What is the concept of "magic speed"?
Dec. 18, 2015I’ve seen people talk about it, and it seems important. How does it work? What is the magic speed for OU?
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This guide has been created as a resource to help battlers understand themany magic numbers that define the game~ Smogon
A magic speed number (or magic stat) is a number that is an important benchmark for a Pokémon to hit. For example, a Pokémon with a Speed stat of 198 will outspeed positive-natured base 130s after 2 boosts (e.g. Agility). This is important if you want to outspend something like Gengar.
TL;DR – A “magic stat” is a stat number that allows a Pokémon to reach a specific benchmark.
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It’s the concept of boosting your speed through either a speed boosting move, such as agility, or a ability that boosts your speed, such as speed boost, and using this to out speed key threats in a specific teir
