Technical Breakdown
The Light Grunt in Pokémon Unbound possesses a unique ability known as “Shadow Sneak,” allowing it to move first with super-effective Ghost-type attacks. To counter this, players should prioritize Speed-boosting moves such as Thunder Wave or Agility on their party members. Alternatively, utilizing Pokémon with resistances to Ghost-type attacks, like Steel or Dark types, can mitigate the Light Grunt’s advantage.
Performance Insights
Analysis of the Light Grunt’s AI reveals a pattern where it consistently uses Shadow Sneak as the opening move. If a player is able to anticipate this behavior, they can switch in a Pokémon with a type advantage on the first turn, such as Toxicroak, which resists Ghost-type attacks and can retaliate with Fighting-type moves. Additionally, Pokémon with the ability “Cursed Body” can disrupt the Light Grunt’s Shadow Sneak strategy by causing the move to fail, providing players with an opportunity to take control of the battle.
