The field was full of the usual threats, Garchomp, Charizard, Rotom, Mawhile, and Kangaskhan. But there was one Pokemon that everyone just wrote off as a waste of space, or a "Pika-clone," and that was Pachirisu.
As you see below, this little squirrel was standing alongside a Garchomp and a Talonflame, which was unexpected to say the least. How did this little Pokemon make it this far? In Smogon tier systems its all the way down in NU. Well the eventual winner of the VGC Masters division, Se Jun Park, chose a very interesting role for the Pachirisu.
Moves:
Nuzzle- 100% accurate Paralysis move that deals some damage
Follow Me- Redirects attacks to target Pachirisu and neutralizes Electric type moves due to Volt Absorb
Super Fang- Halves the opponents HP, regardless of set-up or investment
Protect-Keeps Pachirisu safe for a turn
Nature:
Impish- Helps increase Defense, allowing for survivable Earthquakes
Held Item:
Sitrus Berry- Restores 25% of the HP
Ability:
Volt Absorb- Used in conjunction with Follow Me for healing when hit with Electric Moves
Se Jun used this little Pokemon to help win him his first World title, and by the end of the tournament, the crowd was cheering for the little squirrel. This single Pokemon showed that any Pokemon could make it in VGC if used correctly.
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