Why did Protean get nerfed?
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Protean was nerfed to balance its overpowered ability, which allowed a Pokémon to change its type to match the type of the move it was using, giving it a Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) on every move. This change was made to prevent Protean from being too broken and to make the game more competitive.
Introduction to Protean
Protean is a unique ability that allows a Pokémon to change its type to match the type of the move it is using, making it a powerful and versatile ability. However, this ability was seen as too overpowered, leading to its nerf.
The Nerf
The nerf to Protean limited its ability to change the Pokémon’s type only once per switch-in, making it less powerful than before. This change was made to balance the ability and make the game more competitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Protean good in Scarlet and Violet?
Protean is still a solid ability, especially given that you can run play rough and gain a dragon immunity and fighting resistance, just not nearly as good as it was before the nerf.
2. Is Protean broken?
Protean itself is not broken, nor uncompetitive, as seen with Kecleon, which is NU.
3. Why was Ash-Greninja removed from Scarlet and Violet?
Ash-Greninja was removed because the anime was moving away from Ash, and there was no reason to keep the Ash-Greninja form in the game anymore.
4. What is the best team for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?
The best team for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is subjective, but Sprigatito is a popular choice.
5. Why was female Ash-Greninja banned?
Female Ash-Greninja was banned because Battle Bond gives it too big an advantage, making it uncompetitive.
6. How do I claim Ash-Greninja?
To claim Ash-Greninja, you need to complete the demo, talk to Professor Kukui, and send the Greninja to the full game.
7. Is Ash-Greninja or Protean better?
Protean is better because it changes the Pokémon’s type, making every attack have a STAB, whereas Battle Bond only increases the power of Water Shuriken.
8. Is Protean the best ability?
Protean is a hidden ability that makes it so the Pokémon with it will change its type to match that of the move it’s using, making every attack have a STAB.
9. Can Froakie start with Protean?
No, but you can get it as early as Viridian by trading with yourself.
10. How did Zacian get nerfed?
Zacian got nerfed by having its Attack stat cut by 20 when in the Crowned Sword form and 10 in its normal form.
11. Is Overgrow or Protean better?
Protean is better because Overgrow is basically no ability, and there’s no situation where you’ll actually use it.
12. Who is the easiest gym leader in Scarlet and Violet?
Katy is the easiest gym leader in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
13. Can I Libero spike?
No, the Libero is restricted to performing as a back-row player and is not allowed to complete an attack hit from anywhere.
14. Does Greninja get Protean?
Yes, Greninja can get Protean through a specific water safari.
15. Why is Protean so good?
Protean is so good because it activates prior to executing a move, giving the user a STAB on every move it uses, regardless of the move’s type.