Poseidons Dominion - Ability ID 784

In-Game Description

"Attacks with Whirlpool on entry."

Extended In-Game Description

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

Upon switching in, the Pokémon immediately summons a powerful whirlpool that targets any opposing Pokémon present. This Water-type attack traps the opponent for 2-5 turns, dealing damage each turn while preventing escape.

Character count: 282

Detailed Mechanical Explanation

For Discord/reference use

Poseidons Dominion is an on-entry ability that automatically uses the move Whirlpool when the Pokémon switches into battle. Here's how it works mechanically:

Implementation Details

• Trigger: Activates immediately upon switching in (onEntry callback)
• Move Used: Whirlpool (50 Base Power, 90% Accuracy, Water-type)
• Target Selection: Automatically targets any alive opposing Pokémon
• Move Power Override: Uses default Whirlpool power (movePower parameter is 0)

Whirlpool Move Properties

• Type: Water
• Category: Special
• Base Power: 50
• Accuracy: 90%
• Effect: EFFECT_TRAP - traps opponent for 2-5 turns
• Target: Selected opponent
• Contact: Yes
• Description: "Traps and hurts the foe in a whirlpool for 2 to 5 turns"

Battle Mechanics

1. Entry Activation: When the Pokémon switches in, UseEntryMove() is called
2. Target Detection: The ability searches for alive opposing battlers
3. Move Execution: If a valid target exists and CanUseExtraMove() conditions are met, Whirlpool is queued as an extra attack
4. Trap Effect: If Whirlpool hits, the target becomes trapped for 2-5 turns, taking damage each turn and being unable to switch out

Strategic Applications

• Entry Hazard: Provides immediate battlefield control upon switching in
• Trap Utility: Forces opponents to stay in battle, preventing strategic switches
• Chip Damage: Continuous damage over multiple turns
• Water-type STAB: Benefits from Same Type Attack Bonus if the user is Water-type
• Field Control: Similar to other trapping moves like Fire Spin or Sand Tomb

Counters and Limitations

• Accuracy: 90% accuracy means it can miss
• Ghost-types: Can switch out despite being trapped
• Rapid Spin: Can remove the trap effect
• Magic Guard: Prevents trap damage
• Substitute: Can block the initial trap attempt

This ability effectively gives the Pokémon a free Whirlpool attack whenever it enters battle, making it valuable for controlling the battlefield and applying pressure to opposing teams.