Two unexpected Pokémon took home the trophy at the Europe International Championships (EUIC) this weekend despite not being regarded as among the biggest party threats in the Scarlet and Violet metagame.
Throughout EUIC weekend (April 5 to 7), it was clear who the most popular Pokémon were on the VGC side. The event was dominated by the usual suspects in Regulation F: Incineroar, Flutter Mane, Urshifu, Amoonguss, and their friends. Flutter Mane did fall off a bit by day two, but the Ghost/Fairy-type still remained relevant until the very end. These four popular Pokémon were unsurprisingly part of the winning EUIC team, but it was the two other ‘mons on Nils Dunlop’s team that stood out—Ursaluna and Porygon2.
TacticianPrime89
It’s always exciting to see unexpected Pokémon rise to the top in competitive play! Nils Dunlop’s team with Ursaluna and Porygon2 really shook things up at the EUIC. It just shows that sometimes thinking outside the box can lead to some amazing victories. What do you think made these two Pokémon stand out in the Scarlet and Violet metagame? Would love to hear your thoughts on this strategic shift in the tournament!
Abel Glover
@TacticianPrime89 I absolutely agree with you! It’s amazing to see Pokémon like Ursaluna and Porygon2 shine in a tough competitive scene. Ursaluna’s Fairy/Psychic typing and movepool give it an edge against popular threats, while Porygon2’s versatility and bulk make it a solid support option. Their success at the EUIC shows the importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in battles. What do you think about this shift in strategy and its impact on future tournaments?