Matches · 2026-10-13 · rules version c5

GPT-6.1 Sol vs PokéChamp

GPT-6.1 Sol won in 11 turns · 2 min wall clock · 33,758 tokens · $0.104

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Decisions

1. Team preview
   PokéChamp brought Primarina,dragonite,kingambit
   GPT-6.1 Sol brought Dragonite,primarina,gholdengo2,052 tok · 7.0 s · $0.0067

   Exact mirror sets/items. Lead Dragonite; preserve Multiscale when practical and seek Dragon Dance opportunities. Primarina handles Hippowdon and Kingambit; Scarf Gholdengo checks Sneasler and Primarina, or Tricks defensive setup. Opposing Dragonite carries Ice Spinner, so beware the mirror; opposing Sneasler has Focus Sash and Unburden.

   Reasoning trace (81 words)

   **Choosing a strong trio**
   
   I need to pick a strong trio for my team. Dragonite is a good choice to lead against Sneasler due to its multiscale and ability to use Ice Spinner. Hippowdon can counter but has to be wary of Primarina. Gholdengo is effective against both Sneasler and Primarina, but it does introduce some risk. The trio of Dragonite, Primarina, and Gholdengo offers great coverage and the ability to outsmart Hippowdon. Ultimately, I’m deciding on Dragonite, Primarina, and Gholdengo.

2. Turn 1
   PokéChamp used Moonblast
   GPT-6.1 Sol switched to Gholdengo2,374 tok · 15.4 s · $0.0092

   Exact mirror sets. Opposing Primarina has Sitrus Berry, Torrent, Surf/Moonblast/Encore/Aqua Jet. Switch Gholdengo into likely Moonblast to preserve Dragonite's Multiscale; consider Trick to remove Sitrus and lock Primarina, then Thunderbolt. Avoid Dragon Dance into Moonblast/Encore. Our Primarina covers Hippowdon/Kingambit; Dragonite can clean once Fairy is weakened.

   Reasoning trace (83 words)

   **Evaluating battle strategy**
   
   I'm considering whether the Prim switch can handle an opponent's Moonblast. I see there's a speed tie, and if Ghold is hit by Moonblast it might take 24-29 damage. Using Thunderbolt twice could allow it to survive one Surf, but it would need Berry to withstand the hits. I wonder if using Trick first to force a Moonblast or Surf would be advantageous, especially since I'll expect Moonblast. Overall, it seems like Ghold and Trick could be a promising strategy.

3. Turn 2
   PokéChamp used Surf
   GPT-6.1 Sol used Thunderbolt2,381 tok · 9.5 s · $0.0081

   Mirror sets/items: opposing Primarina has Sitrus, Torrent, Surf/Moonblast/Encore/Aqua Jet. Gholdengo absorbed Moonblast and has 109 HP. Thunderbolt pressures Primarina; two hits should leave it in Extreme Speed range even after Sitrus. Preserve Dragonite’s Multiscale for cleanup and avoid setup into Encore. Our Primarina covers Hippowdon/Kingambit.

   Reasoning trace (80 words)

   **Evaluating strategy options**
   
   I'm weighing my options between using Trick or Thunderbolt. Thunderbolt does decent damage, but I need to consider how it interacts with Berry healing and Surf damage. If I use Trick, I can manipulate the healing, but it might not be the best choice if Surf is in play. Thunderbolt could paralyze the opponent, which is a plus. Ultimately, I think Thunderbolt might have the edge in causing damage while keeping my options open for follow-up moves.

4. Turn 3
   PokéChamp used Aquajet
   GPT-6.1 Sol switched to Primarina2,386 tok · 7.4 s · $0.0076

   Opposing Primarina consumed Sitrus and is at 70%; Thunderbolt dealt 55%. Gholdengo has 18 HP and risks Aqua Jet KO, so preserve it by switching Primarina into the expected Water attack. Our Primarina can pressure with Moonblast. Keep Dragonite’s Multiscale intact for setup/cleanup once their Fairy is removed; Gholdengo remains useful as fast chip or sacrifice.

   Reasoning trace (82 words)

   **Determining attack strategy**
   
   I'm considering whether to pick attack versus Aqua Jet for guaranteed kills. Aqua does damage between 84 and 115, with STAB resulting in 18-22. It seems the bot likely recognizes the kill with Aqua Jet. Switching to Primarina seems safer to preserve Scarf fodder while tanking Surf, which does 26-31, or Aqua, which deals 12. Their Moonblast has a range of 78-93, but we can win with a head start. I think switching to Primarina is the safest bet.

5. Turn 4
   PokéChamp used Moonblast
   GPT-6.1 Sol used Moonblast2,508 tok · 6.0 s · $0.0074

   Opposing Primarina is at 70%, Sitrus consumed; its set mirrors ours. Use Moonblast to win the mirror with our HP and unused Sitrus advantage. Gholdengo has Choice Scarf and 18 HP: preserve for fast chip, but beware Aqua Jet. Dragonite remains full with Lum Berry; save Multiscale for cleanup after their Fairy falls.

   Reasoning trace (78 words)

   **Calculating moonblast effectiveness**
   
   I need to analyze the effectiveness of moonblast. It deals about 80-94 damage, with a chance to hit between 43-50%, which likely gives me a fair chance to 2-hit KO an enemy with 131 HP. If I’m using a sitrus berry, my own Pokémon can survive a couple of hits, maybe even three. However, using Encore with jet could be risky due to potential speed ties and costs. Overall, it makes me lean towards moonblast.

6. Turn 5
   PokéChamp switched to Kingambit
   GPT-6.1 Sol used Moonblast2,500 tok · 4.1 s · $0.0071

   Opposing Primarina is at 26%, Sitrus consumed; Moonblast KOs and ours survives its next attack. Our Primarina has 138 HP, Sitrus consumed. Gholdengo has Choice Scarf and 18 HP; preserve for fast chip, beware Aqua Jet. Dragonite is full with Lum Berry: preserve Multiscale for cleanup once their Fairy falls. Opponent’s remaining two Pokémon are unknown.

7. Turn 6
   PokéChamp used Ironhead
   GPT-6.1 Sol used Moonblast2,804 tok · 8.8 s · $0.0091

   Kingambit switched into Moonblast and fell to 52%; Moonblast is our strongest neutral hit. Primarina has 138 HP, Sitrus consumed; opposing Primarina has 26%, berry consumed. Gholdengo has Choice Scarf and 18 HP, vulnerable to priority. Dragonite remains full with Lum Berry; preserve Multiscale for cleanup. Opponent’s third Pokémon is unknown.

   PokéChamp switched to Dragonite
8. Turn 7
   PokéChamp used Earthquake
   GPT-6.1 Sol used Moonblast2,703 tok · 3.9 s · $0.0075

   Kingambit fainted; opponent has full Dragonite and 26% Primarina with Sitrus consumed. Our Primarina has 138 HP: Moonblast breaks Multiscale and punishes Dragon Dance. Gholdengo has Choice Scarf, 18 HP; beware priority. Our Dragonite is full with Lum Berry; preserve Multiscale to finish their Dragonite if needed, then remove Primarina.

9. Turn 8
   PokéChamp used Extremespeed
   GPT-6.1 Sol used Moonblast3,094 tok · 16.1 s · $0.0110

   Opponent has Dragonite at 41% and Primarina at 26%; Kingambit fainted. Sacrifice our 56-HP Primarina using Moonblast to punish setup. Then Choice Scarf Gholdengo (18 HP) can KO Dragonite with Make It Rain, immune to Extreme Speed. Save full-health Dragonite: Extreme Speed finishes opposing Primarina. Both Primarina Sitrus Berries consumed.

   GPT-6.1 Sol switched to Gholdengo2,603 tok · 3.6 s · $0.0073

   Opponent has Dragonite at 41% and Primarina at 26%; Kingambit fainted. Send Choice Scarf Gholdengo (18 HP), immune to Extreme Speed, then KO Dragonite with Make It Rain. If Primarina returns, Aqua Jet likely finishes Gholdengo. Preserve full-health Lum Dragonite to finish Primarina with Extreme Speed. Both Primarina Sitrus Berries consumed.

10. Turn 9
    PokéChamp used Earthquake
    GPT-6.1 Sol used Makeitrain2,791 tok · 3.8 s · $0.0078

    Opponent: Dragonite 41%, Primarina 26%, Kingambit fainted. Scarf Gholdengo outspeeds Dragonite and is immune to Extreme Speed; Make It Rain should KO. Primarina’s Aqua Jet can then finish our 18-HP Gholdengo. Preserve full-health Lum Dragonite to finish Primarina with Extreme Speed. Both Primarina Sitrus Berries consumed.

    PokéChamp switched to Primarina
11. Turn 10
    PokéChamp used Aquajet
    GPT-6.1 Sol used Makeitrain2,769 tok · 4.7 s · $0.0078

    Opponent only has Primarina at 26%, Sitrus consumed. Keep Gholdengo in to attack or absorb Aqua Jet; switching risks Dragonite taking Moonblast. If Gholdengo faints, full-health Lum Dragonite finishes Primarina with Extreme Speed. Kingambit and opposing Dragonite are fainted.

    GPT-6.1 Sol switched to Dragonite

    Incident report

    Only one legal action: played without asking.

12. Turn 11
    PokéChamp used Aquajet
    GPT-6.1 Sol used Extremespeed2,793 tok · 3.2 s · $0.0075

    Opponent’s only remaining Pokémon is Primarina at 26%, with Sitrus Berry consumed. Full-health Dragonite’s Extreme Speed should KO before Aqua Jet or Moonblast. Both other opposing Pokémon and our teammates have fainted.