Matches · 2026-10-10 · rules version c3
GPT-6 Luna vs Jev 1.13
GPT-6 Luna won in 5 turns · 37 s wall clock · 26,512 tokens · $0.003
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Decisions
- Team previewJev 1.13 brought
Dragapult,gholdengo,aegislashLead: 42% BRING: dragapult, 21% BRING: aegislash, 20% BRING: gholdengo Pick 2: 50% BRING: gholdengo, 23% BRING: aegislash, 10% BRING: corviknight Pick 3: 39% BRING: aegislash, 28% BRING: kingambit, 18% BRING: corviknight
GPT-6 Luna broughtGarchomp,rotomwash,kingambitGarchomp is the key bring: Earthquake threatens most of their Steel-heavy roster, while Fire Fang gives it a way to pressure Corviknight. Rotom-Wash covers the Flying matchup and can cripple Kingambit, while our Kingambit gives us priority against Dragapult and opposing Ghosts.
Reasoning trace (153 words)
**Evaluating Pokémon choices** I need to choose a trio and their order for the match. My opponent's all steel team means Garchomp's Earthquake could be valuable, but Corviknight is immune. I’m considering bringing Rotom for the matchup. Garchomp is a real threat, but Corviknight and its Fire Fang could cause problems too. I think I’ll go with Garchomp, Rotom, and Dragonite to cover my bases and apply pressure on the opponent. It's a tough decision, but I'll lean on these choices!**Choosing Pokémon strategy** I'm looking at my opponent's Kingambit, which could be a problem, but Rotom can use Trick to burn it. My own Kingambit is valuable for checking Dragapult with Sucker Punch and can handle ghosts too. So, I think I'll go with Garchomp, Rotom, and Kingambit, leading with Garchomp. The deciding factor is having a well-rounded team to counter the threats, especially with the tricky matchups posed by Dragapult and Kingambit.
- Turn 1Jev 1.13 used
Shadowball34% MOVE: shadowball, 23% MOVE: thunderbolt, 21% SWITCH: aegislash
GPT-6 Luna switched toKingambitDragapult is faster and threatens Garchomp with a super-effective Dragon attack. Kingambit’s Steel typing resists Dragon and Ghost, making it the safer switch.
- Turn 2Jev 1.13 used
Shadowball47% MOVE: shadowball, 30% SWITCH: aegislash, 23% SWITCH: gholdengo
GPT-6 Luna usedKowtowcleaveKingambit resists Dragapult’s revealed Shadow Ball, while Kowtow Cleave hits Dragapult super effectively and doesn’t depend on it attacking. The likely knockout makes it the best play.
Reasoning trace (82 words)
**Evaluating battle options** I need to decide between using Kingambit or Dragapult. With Kingambit's Kowtow Cleave, there's a strong chance it could OHKO Dragapult since it has 205 attack and benefits from Dark's effectiveness against Ghost. Dragapult has lower defense but also speed. Sucker Punch offers priority, though it can be countered with status moves or switches. Kowtow Cleave guarantees a hit, making it a likely choice for knocking out Dragapult, especially if there are no teammates fainted to boost the attack.
Jev 1.13 switched toAegislash67% SWITCH: aegislash, 33% SWITCH: gholdengo
- Turn 3Jev 1.13 switched to
Gholdengo48% SWITCH: gholdengo, 19% MOVE: sacredsword, 16% MOVE: kingsshield
GPT-6 Luna usedKowtowcleaveKowtow Cleave is super effective and avoids relying on Sucker Punch against Aegislash, which may use a status move. Kingambit should act first based on the shown Speed stats.
Reasoning trace (75 words)
**Deciding on moves** I need to choose between Kingambit and Aegislash. Kingambit's Kowtow Cleave is super effective and could deal significant damage. Aegislash might use King's Shield, though I can't predict that. Ironhead would be resisted, but Steel vs. Steel is neutral. I wonder if my opponent might switch out to Corvi. Aegislash seems slower, but let’s aim for Kowtow. With Black Glasses boosting power, and Aegislash's dark weakness, it might be a good option!
Jev 1.13 switched toAegislash100% SWITCH: aegislash
- Turn 4Jev 1.13 used
Sacredsword42% MOVE: sacredsword, 30% MOVE: kingsshield, 19% MOVE: shadowball
GPT-6 Luna usedKowtowcleaveKingambit is faster than Aegislash and Kowtow Cleave is super effective, making it the strongest direct pressure while preserving the favorable matchup.
Reasoning trace (175 words)
**Evaluating Kingambit vs Aegislash** I need to decide between Kingambit and Aegislash for this matchup. Kingambit’s attack is boosted significantly, and I’m considering using Kowtow Cleave, which might transition Aegislash into shield form. However, Aegislash has strong defenses, so it could survive the hit. If I switch to Garchomp, it might be vulnerable to Aegislash’s close combat, but it can also use Earthquake effectively. Overall, using Kowtow Cleave seems like a strategic choice here. I need to weigh the attack speeds as well.**Analyzing Aegislash Mechanics** I’m looking at Aegislash’s stats: at level 50, its base HP is around 135 with a defense of 160. Using Kowtow Cleave, which deals roughly 85 damage and benefits from STAB, is a solid choice. It stays in shield form until it attacks, so it'll be defensively strong for that hit. Next turn, I’m considering using Sucker Punch, but it might be risky if Aegislash switches to blade form first. Overall, Kowtow Cleave seems like the best move, especially since it’s super effective. I don't see a reason to switch.
GPT-6 Luna switched toGarchompGarchomp outspeeds Aegislash and can exploit its Blade Forme with super-effective Earthquake. Switching in Rotom-Wash would give up that likely knockout.
- Turn 5Jev 1.13 used
Sacredsword42% MOVE: sacredsword, 30% MOVE: kingsshield, 17% MOVE: shadowball
GPT-6 Luna usedEarthquakeGarchomp is much faster, and Earthquake is super effective against Aegislash. It’s the strongest play to threaten a knockout before Sacred Sword can hit.
Reasoning trace (76 words)
**Evaluating battle strategy** I need to consider Garchomp for this match-up. Garchomp is faster and has a super effective move against Aegislash, but Aegislash's shield form offers high defense, so it's tricky. Earthquake could potentially knock out Aegislash, but I'd have to calculate the actual damage given its defenses and HP. If it switches to blade form, that's where things could get risky. However, since Garchomp acts first, I think Earthquake would be a game-changer here.