Swellow (Boss Encounters)
From Poké Everworld Online
Contribution by CronosTkr
Swellow, the Swallow Pokémon, is a breathtakingly fast predator found within the Tumblecube region. Known for its dive-bombing maneuvers and impressive vocal power, it can deliver devastating sonic attacks before an opponent even realizes the battle has begun.
Boss Encounter: Swellow
This encounter features a "Glass Cannon" strategy. Swellow trades defensive utility for raw speed and overwhelming special power, utilizing a Choice Specs set that makes its sound-based attacks extremely dangerous to anything that doesn't resist them.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Level | 55 |
| Boost Level | +2 |
| Join Chance | 15% |
| Catch Rule | Pokeballs Disabled |
| Held Item | Choice Specs / Pretty Feather |
| Background | tumblecube_swellow |
Moveset
Swellow focuses on high-speed special offense and tactical pivoting:
Individual Values (IVs)
| HP | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
Effort Values (EVs)
| HP | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0 | 0 | 252 | 0 | 252 |
Drop Table
Upon defeat, Swellow yields feathers associated with speed and physical strength, along with rare training supplies:
| Category | Potential Drops |
|---|---|
| Feathers & Gems | Swift Feather, Muscle Feather, Flying Gem, Normal Gem |
| Consumables & Training | Rare Candy, Elite TM Set, Ultimate Repel, Berry Box, Everstone |
| Pokéballs | Great Ball, Premier Ball, Master Ball, Infinity Ball |
| Berries | Custap Berry |
| Treasures | Nugget, Big Nugget |
Battle Strategy
- Boomburst Threat: Swellow's primary weapon is Boomburst. Backed by **Choice Specs**, this 140 base power Normal-type move hits incredibly hard. Sound-proof Pokémon or Rock/Steel/Ghost-types are highly recommended to absorb the hit.
- Hit and Run: If Swellow feels threatened or is locked into an unfavorable matchup, it can use U-turn to pivot out while dealing chip damage, though the Choice Specs lock makes this a more predictable maneuver for the player to exploit.
- The Flinch Factor: **Air Slash** provides a 30% flinch chance. Combined with Swellow’s natural speed and the +2 Boss boost, it can effectively "flinch-lock" slower Pokémon.
- Counterplay: Since Swellow is locked into a single move due to its Choice Specs, switching into a Pokémon that resists its current move (like a Rock-type against Air Slash) can force it into a disadvantageous position.
