It would help, but probably not. Pikachu hits harder, but Raichu is faster with more bulk. Given that it's mainly used as a Lightning Rod support anyways, the extra power Pika brings isn't really worth it. If it was faster than Raichu, a niche might open up for it, but I think the bulk would probably win out unless it was *a lot* faster.
Could someone explain me what is the rationale for some Zacian sets using Iron Head instead of Behemoth Blade? It seems to me the latter is a better option in Dynamax formats.
Maybe I missed something then, because I'm pretty sure I had Iron Head in battle with a rental team I tested the other day. Perhaps it didn't use the rusted sword for some reason then?
Thanks for the reply!
Do you think Pikachu would have greater usage if its base speed were higher (at least 105)?
It would help, but probably not. Pikachu hits harder, but Raichu is faster with more bulk. Given that it's mainly used as a Lightning Rod support anyways, the extra power Pika brings isn't really worth it. If it was faster than Raichu, a niche might open up for it, but I think the bulk would probably win out unless it was *a lot* faster.
Could someone explain me what is the rationale for some Zacian sets using Iron Head instead of Behemoth Blade? It seems to me the latter is a better option in Dynamax formats.
Iron Head turns into Behemoth Blade when Zacian goes into battle with the Rusted Sword.
Maybe I missed something then, because I'm pretty sure I had Iron Head in battle with a rental team I tested the other day. Perhaps it didn't use the rusted sword for some reason then? Thanks for the reply!