"Using Two Charge Moves in Raids: An Outrage Salamence Case Study [GamePress]"

#PokemonGO: Link to articleIs it click-bait if it’s real? When secondary charge moves were first introduced in Pokemon GO there was small discourse on how they could be used for raiding/gyming content. Given the steep stardust cost for many Pokemon to unlock these moves and how many of the benefits could be gained by simply swapping Pokemon, using a second move for non-PvP content seemed like a waste of resources for nebulous gains. The introduction of Outrage Salamence brought new fire to the debate, as it could theoretically out-damage Rayquaza despite having 7 less base attack, through using Draco Meteor. Burning resources to make 3nd rate Pokemon 2nd rate is one thing, but 2nd to 1st could be worth your while.Now don’t get me wrong, this benefit is still relatively small. With what data we have now, it appears as small as pure Outrage Rayquaza out-damaging pure Outrage Salamence. However, given that the stardust breakdown between powering up a level 20-25 Rayquaza vs powering up a level 30-35 Salamence + unlocking the second move is near even (sometimes even cheaper), if you have the option and need more Dragon-type attackers need you look further than Salamence?TL;DRHigher performing single bar charge moves can overcome their energy limitations in raids by comboing with a multi-bar charge moveHow beneficial this is for a Pokemon may varyHigher performing charge moves are identified with DPS*DPE, which you can sort hereBasically the fastest damage for the best costSticking to your Rays is fineSticking to just Outrage Salamence is also fineSaving stardust means more stardust for future forms of power creepRyanSwag is a lauded genius with no flaws in knowledge or humilityIf you’re curious about notable Pokemon with the combo, I hashed out a small list of Pokemon worth looking into. For many species, it appears like it makes many of the 3rd rate 2nd rate rather than challenging the “best in type” throne. However, many of Pokemon are either more common, likely more powered up, or tankier than the “best in class.” It’s up to you to decide how to spend your resources and what makes sense to you. The article cautions players about the cost vs benefit several times, and this reddit summary cautions players about the cost vs benefit several times. I’ll still probably get comments about how I’m encouraging players to waste their stardust on fringe gains anyways.One thing I’m excited to look into in the future is the Mewtwo vs Alakazam vs Espeon scenario. Who’s the boss? The best Psychic attacker + a non-STAB non-effective move? The mustached Psychic attacker + a non-STAB effective move? Or the most feline of the bunch + a STAB effective attack?Common QuestionsI have work tonight, but I expect there will be some solid/reasonable challenges to the combo idea yet, given how it went the first time. Check back here in like 36 hours to see any highlighted concessions, explanations, or rebuttals. via /r/TheSilphRoad http://bit.ly/2VXrFU5