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Natural Recovery - Ability ID 483 ​

In-Game Description ​

"Natural Cure + Regenerator."

Extended In-Game Description ​

For use in Elite Redux extended ability UI (IMPORTANT: exactly 280-300 chars counted WITH spaces)

Natural Recovery combines Natural Cure and Regenerator effects. Cures all status conditions when switching out, just like Natural Cure. Also restores 33% of maximum HP when switching out, like Regenerator. Both effects trigger simultaneously on exit. Perfect for hit-and-run tactics and team support.

Character count: 300

Detailed Mechanical Explanation ​

For Discord/reference use

Core Mechanics ​

Natural Recovery is a powerful hybrid ability that combines two of the most useful exit abilities in the game: Natural Cure and Regenerator. When the Pokémon switches out, both effects trigger simultaneously, providing complete status recovery and significant HP restoration.

Activation Conditions ​

  • Trigger: Activates when the Pokémon switches out of battle
  • Requirements: Pokémon must be alive when switching out
  • Status cure: Removes all major status conditions (burn, freeze, paralysis, poison, sleep, frostbite)
  • HP recovery: Restores 33% of maximum HP if not at full health
  • Timing: Both effects occur simultaneously during the exit process

Technical Implementation ​

c
// Natural Recovery combines two abilities using delegation
constexpr Ability NaturalRecovery = {
    .onExit = +[](ON_EXIT) -> int { 
        return NaturalCure.onExit(DELEGATE_EXIT) | Regenerator.onExit(DELEGATE_EXIT); 
    },
};

// Natural Cure component - status removal
NaturalCure.onExit: Clears all STATUS1_ANY conditions
// Regenerator component - HP recovery  
Regenerator.onExit: Heals 33% max HP via BattleScript_RegeneratorExits

Status Conditions Cured ​

Natural Recovery removes all major status conditions:

  • Burn - Including damage reduction effect
  • Freeze - Complete immobilization removal
  • Paralysis - Speed reduction and move failure chance
  • Poison - Both regular and badly poisoned variants
  • Sleep - Including sleep counter reset
  • Frostbite - Special attack reduction removal

HP Recovery Details ​

  • Amount: 33% of maximum HP
  • Condition: Only if current HP < maximum HP
  • Script: Uses tryhealpercenthealth BS_ATTACKER, 33
  • Display: Shows HP recovery animation and message
  • Stacking: Does not stack with items like Leftovers during switch

Important Interactions ​

  • Simultaneous effects: Both status cure and HP recovery happen together
  • Switch-in safety: Pokémon returns to battle fully status-free with boosted HP
  • U-turn/Volt Switch synergy: Excellent with pivot moves for repeated benefit
  • Rest compatibility: Can use Rest and switch out for immediate wake-up plus healing
  • Burn/Poison immunity: Effectively immune to status damage due to instant cure

Battle AI Recognition ​

The AI recognizes Natural Recovery in several contexts:

  • Smart switching: AI will force switch if burned with only physical moves
  • Frostbite handling: AI switches out if frostbitten with only special moves
  • Sleep cure: AI considers switching when asleep to remove sleep status
  • Score bonus: Gets switching score of 90 when status conditions warrant it

Strategic Applications ​

  • Pivot strategy: Excellent on U-turn/Volt Switch users for repeated healing
  • Status absorber: Can safely switch into status moves without long-term penalty
  • Tank longevity: Bulky Pokémon can repeatedly switch for sustained presence
  • Team support: Acts as a reliable status cure and HP restoration for the team
  • Hit-and-run: Perfect for hit-and-run tactics with guaranteed recovery

Common Users in Elite Redux ​

Natural Recovery appears on various Pokémon as both regular and innate ability:

  • Support Pokémon: Especially those with healing/support roles
  • Defensive walls: Bulky Pokémon that benefit from repeated recovery
  • Pivot users: Pokémon with U-turn, Volt Switch, or Flip Turn
  • Status-weak types: Pokémon that particularly fear status conditions

Synergistic Moves ​

  • U-turn/Volt Switch: Repeated switching for constant benefit
  • Rest: Immediate status cure without sleep drawback
  • Roost: Can use Roost, then switch for additional recovery
  • Healing moves: Stacks with in-battle healing for maximum longevity
  • Entry hazard removal: Can switch in to clear hazards, then recover

Counters and Limitations ​

  • Switching out required: Must actually switch to gain benefit
  • Trapping moves: Shadow Tag, Block, Mean Look prevent switching
  • Pursuit: Takes damage when switching (though recovers after)
  • Entry hazards: Hazard damage occurs after the ability benefits
  • One-time per switch: Benefits only apply once per switch cycle

Competitive Viability ​

Natural Recovery is considered one of the strongest abilities in Elite Redux due to:

  • Dual benefit: Both status immunity and HP recovery in one ability
  • Reliability: Always works when switching out (no conditions)
  • Team utility: Provides consistent team support through repeated switching
  • Longevity: Dramatically increases Pokémon's staying power
  • Flexibility: Works with any playstyle that involves switching

Comparison to Component Abilities ​

  • vs Natural Cure: Adds significant HP recovery for better overall value
  • vs Regenerator: Adds complete status immunity for enhanced utility
  • vs other exit abilities: Generally superior due to dual benefits
  • Trade-off: Takes up ability slot but provides two major benefits

Version History ​

  • Custom Elite Redux ability combining two classic abilities
  • Part of the expanded ability system with over 500 abilities
  • Designed to create powerful but balanced hybrid effects
  • Available as both regular ability and innate ability depending on species

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