Top 10 STRONGEST Steel Type Pokemon | NO LEGENDARIES
TLDRThe video script discusses the top steel-type Pokémon in the Pokémon series, focusing on their strengths and weaknesses in competitive battles. It highlights Lucario's balanced capabilities, Bronzong's defensive prowess, Magnezone's utility, Metagross's adaptability, Skarmory's supportive role, Aegislash's versatility, Scizor's attacking power, Excadrill's sweeping potential, and Ferrothorn's dominance in both offensive and defensive roles. The list is based on the current competitive meta, with Ferrothorn taking the top spot due to its well-rounded abilities.
Takeaways
- 🥋 Lucario's placement at number 10 on the list is controversial due to its popularity and previous strength, but its position is justified by its steel/fighting typing and mixed attacking capabilities.
- 🏆 The discussion on Pokémon types continues with steel typing being the focus, influenced by community suggestions and the popularity of steel types.
- 🤖 Bronzong's steel/psychic typing and defensive capabilities make it a solid choice in Battle Diamond and Pearl (BDSP) and useful in trick room strategies.
- 🌐 Magnezone's steel/electric typing and Magnet Pull ability make it a threat to other steel types, especially in double battles.
- 🏗️ Metagross, despite losing its mega evolution, remains a strong Pokémon with the ability to take physical hits and decent speed.
- 🛡️ Skarmory's high defense and resistance to certain moves make it a formidable presence in BDSP, excelling in supportive roles.
- 🤖 Aegislash's steel/ghost typing and adaptable attack/defense stats make it a versatile and unpredictable opponent in battles.
- ✂️ Scizor's high attack power, Technician ability, and move pool make it a top contender among steel types in the competitive scene.
- 🕳️ Excadrill's Mold Breaker ability and sweeping potential, despite its weaknesses, make it a notable steel type in the competitive meta.
- 🛡️ Corvinite's unique typing, combined with its abilities Pressure and Mirror Armor, allows it to excel in both offensive and defensive roles.
- 🌿 Ferrothorn's defensive prowess, ability to handle various types, and utility in battle make it the top steel type and a dominant force in the 8th generation of competitive Pokémon.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video?
-The main topic of the video is the discussion of the top 10 strongest Steel-type Pokémon in the Pokémon series, specifically focusing on their performance in the games Pokémon Sword and Shield (BDSP).
Why is Lucario placed at number 10 on the list?
-Lucario is placed at number 10 due to its strong Steel/Fighting typing and its capabilities as a mixed attacker. However, its position is lower than before due to changes in the game mechanics and the introduction of better Pokémon in Sword and Shield.
What typing does Bronzong have and why is it effective in BDSP?
-Bronzong has a Steel/Psychic typing, which is effective in BDSP because of its strong defenses and the ability to be used effectively in a Trick Room team. Its Levitate ability also makes it immune to Ground-type moves.
What makes Magnezone a favorite for the user in the game?
-Magnezone is a favorite because it is effective against other Steel-types due to its Magnet Pull ability, which traps Steel-types on the field. It also has a high base Special Attack and useful moves like Flash Cannon and Volt Switch.
How has Metagross's position changed in the competitive scene with the introduction of Sword and Shield?
-Metagross has lost its Mega Evolution and has been affected by general mechanic changes in Sword and Shield, leading to a lower position in the rankings. However, it remains a strong Pokémon with good physical defenses and the ability to use items like Weakness Policy effectively.
What role does Skarmory play in the competitive scene?
-Skarmory plays a supportive role in the competitive scene, setting up hazards like Spikes or Stealth Rock, and using moves like Tailwind to boost its team's speed or Taunt to disrupt opponents. Its high Defense stat makes it a formidable tank in BDSP.
Why was Aegislash banned to Uber in the past?
-Aegislash was banned to Uber because it is a non-legendary or mythical Pokémon with high versatility, capable of switching between high Attack or Defense stats. Its Steel/Ghost typing gives it immunity to Fighting-type moves, making it difficult to plan against.
What are Scizor's strengths and weaknesses?
-Scizor's strengths include its high base Attack stat, Technician ability that boosts the power of moves like Bullet Punch, and its ability to pivot with moves like U-Turn. Its major weakness is its vulnerability to Fire-type moves.
What makes Excadrill a strong sweeper in the game?
-Excadrill is a strong sweeper due to its Mold Breaker ability, which allows it to ignore abilities that would affect it negatively. It can set up Swords Dance easily and has moves like Earthquake and Iron Head to deal with various threats.
Why is Ferrothorn considered the best Steel-type Pokémon in the 8th generation?
-Ferrothorn is considered the best Steel-type Pokémon because of its versatile typing, which covers various threats, and its ability to set up hazards and use moves like Leech Seed and Power Whip effectively. It can also wear a Rocky Helmet to enhance its chip damage and has access to recovery moves like Roost.
Outlines
🥊 Lucario's Steel Typing Controversy
The video begins with a discussion on the previous episode's focus on psychic typing, acknowledging the viewers' varied opinions. The creator expresses appreciation for the engagement and introduces the topic for today: the steel typing in Pokémon. Despite some suggestions, steel was the popular choice, and the creator is eager to continue the conversation. The video kicks off with Lucario, a Pokémon that, despite its popularity and strong steel/fighting typing, has been placed at number 10 due to its mixed attacking capabilities. The creator explains the reasoning behind this placement, noting Lucario's strengths in competitive play, especially in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP), but also its limitations in Sword and Shield.
🤼♂️ The Versatile Bronzong and Magnezone
The second paragraph delves into two more steel-type Pokémon, Bronzong and Magnezone. Bronzong, with its steel/psychic typing, is highlighted for its defensive prowess and utility in battle, particularly in the BDSP's Under Used (UU) tier. Its abilities to set up hazards and tank hits make it a valuable addition to the team. Magnezone, on the other hand, is praised for its ability Magnet Pull, which can trap steel-types and remove threats from the field. Its high special attack makes it a solid attacker, but the creator notes its limited coverage options.
🏆 Metagross's Shift in Utility and Skarmory's Support Role
This section discusses Metagross, which, despite losing its mega evolution, remains a formidable Pokémon. The creator acknowledges Metagross's adaptability as a utility Pokémon, utilizing moves like Stealth Rock and Toxic alongside its defensive capabilities. Skarmory is then highlighted for its niche role as a supportive Pokémon, excelling in setting up hazards and providing utility with moves like Tailwind and Taunt. Its high defense makes it a tough opponent, especially in BDSP, but it falls short of the top 5 due to the need for more than just support to compete at the highest level.
🛡️ Aegislash's Versatility and Scizor's Dominance
The paragraph focuses on Aegislash and Scizor, two steel-type Pokémon with distinct roles. Aegislash, once banned to Uber, is celebrated for its ability to switch between high attack and defense stats, making it unpredictable and challenging for opponents. Its steel/ghost typing effectively neutralizes fighting-types, a common threat to steel Pokémon. Scizor, known as the king of BDSP steel types, is lauded for its Technician ability, which boosts the power of moves like Bullet Punch. Its high attack and solid defenses make it a force to be reckoned with, though it has a significant fire weakness.
🥇 Excadrill's Sweeping Power and Corviknight's Ascendancy
The final paragraph of the list discusses Excadrill and Corviknight, two top-tier steel-type Pokémon. Excadrill, with its Mold Breaker ability, is recognized as a powerful sweeper that can easily set up Swords Dance. Despite its vulnerability to grass types and certain steel-types, its rapid spinning and offensive options make it a strong contender. Corviknight, previously an honorable mention, has risen in the rankings due to its excellent typing and useful abilities, Pressure and Mirror Armor. The paragraph concludes with Ferrothorn securing the top spot, hailed as not only the best steel type but one of the best competitive Pokémon in the 8th generation, excelling in both offensive and defensive roles with a wide coverage options and utility moves.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Psychic Typing
💡Steel Typing
💡Lucario
💡Competitive Pokémon
💡Mixed Attacker
💡Trick Room
💡Magnet Pull
💡Metagross
💡Skarmory
💡Aegislash
💡Ferrothorn
Highlights
The discussion revolves around the top 10 strongest Steel-type Pokémon.
Lucario, with its Steel/Fighting typing, makes an appearance on the list, despite its popularity and mixed attacking capabilities.
Bronzong is highlighted for its Steel/Psychic typing and defensive prowess, especially in the Battle Dungeon Pokémon (BDSP).
Magnezone is praised for its ability to counter Steel-types with its Magnet Pull ability and strong offensive presence.
Metagross, despite losing its Mega Evolution, remains a formidable Pokémon with its high defenses and utility options.
Skarmory is recognized for its role as a supportive Pokémon with high defense and useful moves like Tailwind and Taunt.
Aegislash, once banned to Uber, is noted for its versatility with high attack or defense stats and strong Steel/Ghost typing.
Scizor, the King of BDSP Steel types, is lauded for its Technician ability and powerful moves like Bullet Punch and U-Turn.
Excadrill, with its Mold Breaker ability, is considered a strong sweeper and rapid spinner, despite its weaknesses to Grass types.
Corviknight is commended for its excellent typing, abilities like Pressure and Mirror Armor, and its utility in both singles and doubles battles.
Ferrothorn secures the top spot due to its defensive capabilities, diverse offensive options, and overall dominance in the 8th generation of competitive Pokémon.
The video encourages viewer engagement and discussion on the ranking and suggestions for future content.
The video concludes by looking forward to the future of Pokémon with the anticipation of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
The host promotes their other content platforms, including TikTok and a secondary YouTube channel, for additional Pokémon and Genshin Impact content.