Hey guys, so today I wanna talk about my recent deep dive into crafting the “best” build for Altaria in Pokémon. You know, that fluffy Dragon/Flying type that looks all cute but can pack a punch? Yeah, that one. I’ve been tinkering around with it for a while now, and I think I’ve cracked the code, or at least, I’ve found something that works pretty darn well.
So, first off, why Altaria? I’ve always felt it’s a bit of an underdog. It’s got this solid defensive vibe, which I dig. Plus, it’s got access to some neat support moves that can really throw a wrench in your opponent’s plans. I mean, who doesn’t love a good surprise?
Now, let’s get into the nitty-gritty. I started by thinking about Altaria’s role. It’s not your typical sweeper, right? It’s more of a… wall? A tank? Whatever you wanna call it, it’s built to take hits. So, I went all-in on that idea. Max HP, max Defense. That’s the foundation.
- Natural Cure is the way to go for the ability. Being able to shrug off status conditions is just too good to pass up.
- For the moves, I was initially torn. I was thinking of going with the classic Dragon Claw and Aerial Ace combo for some offensive pressure. But then I realized, that’s not really what Altaria is about, at least not in this build.
- So I started experimenting with support moves. And boy, did I find some gems. Defog is amazing for clearing entry hazards, which can be a real pain. Will-O-Wisp? Cripples physical attackers. Haze shuts down stat boosters. And Roar? Perfect for shuffling the opponent’s team and messing up their strategy.
After countless battles and tweaks, I finally settled on a moveset that I’m really happy with: Defog, Will-O-Wisp, Roost, and Dragon Pulse. Yep, just one attacking move. But trust me, it works. Roost keeps Altaria healthy, and Dragon Pulse provides just enough STAB damage to not be completely passive.
I know some folks love slapping Draco Meteor on Altaria, and hey, that’s cool too. You could even go for a Dragon Tera type to really boost that power. But for me, this defensive, supportive build is where it’s at. It’s been surprisingly effective, and it’s just so satisfying to see opponents struggle against this fluffy wall.
Anyway, that’s my Altaria build journey. It’s been a wild ride of experimentation and learning, but I’m pretty stoked with the result. If you’re looking for a different way to use Altaria, give this build a shot. You might be surprised at how well it works!
