Extreme Speed or Stone Edge for Lucario?

Jan. 2, 2018

So, basically, I either want Extreme Speed or Stone Edge on my Lucario.Its moves are:Ice PunchDual ChopClose Combat(Fourth move is going to be either Extreme Speed or Stone Edge)

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Here’s why:

Stone Edge has shaky accuracy, and is not reliable in clutch situations. The power is great but not at the risk of missing. With Lucario’s typing, it can easily be knocked out by a faster Pokemon with a powerful move, specially if Close Combat was used before

Priority isalwaysuseful. If you don’t have STAB Bullet Punch, Extreme Speed is the go-to move. It is extremely useful for picking off weakened foes. It is of massive benefit against Scarfed users with low HP.

If you come across a Pokemon thathasto be KOed with Stone Edge, it is usually a better play to switch out, seeing as you don’t have Swords Dance. Plus it removes the defense drops so that’s a huge plus.