Matches · 2026-10-13 · rules version c5

Chimps at the Zoo vs GPT-6 Luna Pro

GPT-6 Luna Pro won in 5 turns · 72 s wall clock · 57,274 tokens · $0.007

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Decisions

1. Team preview
   Chimps at the Zoo brought Dragonite,gliscor,incineroar
   GPT-6 Luna Pro brought Primarina,kingambit,dragonite9,877 tok · 21.1 s · $0.0016

   Plan: Primarina pressures Incineroar and Gliscor; Kingambit checks Gholdengo and can clean late; preserve Dragonite for a setup opportunity. In this mirror, scout the opponent’s picks and avoid exposing Dragonite to Primarina.

   Reasoning trace (69 words)

   **Considering lead strategies**
   
   I see that using Gholdengo as a lead seems strong, but then there’s the possibility of an opposing Gholdengo with a mirror match speed tie and the threat of Shadow Ball. Kingambit effectively counters it. If I choose Primarina instead, it can threaten Incineroar, Gliscor, and Dragonite with Moonblast. In the end, I’m thinking a team of Primarina, Kingambit, and Dragonite could be a solid choice.

2. Turn 1
   Chimps at the Zoo used Earthquake
   GPT-6 Luna Pro used Moonblast8,082 tok · 8.9 s · $0.0008

   Plan: Use Primarina to pressure opposing Dragonite, then preserve Kingambit for Gholdengo or a late-game clean. Opposing Dragonite is still at full HP, so Multiscale may halve this hit; its moves and item are unknown.

   Reasoning trace (75 words)

   **Evaluating battle moves**
   
   I need to choose Moonblast for Primarina against Dragonite. I think that Dragonite's multiscale ability will halve the damage, so it should take around 40-50% from Moonblast, given its high special bulk around 120. Dragonite might use Dragon Dance, which makes Moonblast a solid choice. I could switch to Gambit, but that risks an Earthquake. Overall, I’m leaning toward Moonblast for an immediate strike, even though the opponent's moves are still unknown.

3. Turn 2
   Chimps at the Zoo used Dragonclawmega
   GPT-6 Luna Pro used Moonblast8,949 tok · 10.9 s · $0.0011

   Primarina took Earthquake and left opposing Dragonite at 27%; Moonblast should finish it. Save Kingambit for possible Gholdengo and Dragonite for a setup opening.

   Reasoning trace (78 words)

   **Evaluating Moonblast's effectiveness**
   
   I need to determine if Moonblast will likely KO Dragonite, which is currently at 27%. Previously, Moonblast did about 73% damage. Opponent's Primarina took an EQ hit and is at 55%. If Dragonite uses Extreme Speed, it might take out Primarina first. Moonblast has normal priority, so will it finish Dragonite off before it attacks again? Dragonite's Multiscale is broken, so Moonblast should be effective here. I need to consider these details as I strategize.

   Chimps at the Zoo switched to Gliscor
4. Turn 3
   Chimps at the Zoo used Toxic
   GPT-6 Luna Pro used Surf9,610 tok · 10.8 s · $0.0011

   Primarina KO’d opposing Dragonite after its Earthquake; Dragon Claw was ineffective against Fairy. It is at 103 HP and now faces full-health Gliscor, which outspeeds it. Use super-effective Surf; preserve Kingambit for possible Gholdengo and Dragonite for a setup opportunity.

   Reasoning trace (82 words)

   **Choosing surf strategy**
   
   I need to choose the most effective move. Gliscor has a 4x weakness to water, while Primarina at 55% health may be able to use surf without torrent. Gliscor is faster and may attack with earthquake, which Primarina can’t be hit by. Surf is strong with a 90 power and should likely knock out the opponent, while moonblast is neutral. I’ll have to stay cautious of the opposing Mega Dragonite and its moves. Surf should be the best choice!

   Chimps at the Zoo switched to Incineroar
5. Turn 4
   Chimps at the Zoo used Willowisp
   GPT-6 Luna Pro used Surf10,409 tok · 10.2 s · $0.0013

   Primarina took 92 HP and is badly poisoned; Surf is super effective against Incineroar and pressures it immediately. Opposing Dragonite and Gliscor are fainted; Incineroar has Intimidate. Preserve Kingambit for the remaining matchup and Dragonite for a setup opportunity.

6. Turn 5
   Chimps at the Zoo used Willowisp
   GPT-6 Luna Pro used Surf10,347 tok · 10.2 s · $0.0012

   Primarina is badly poisoned at 70 HP, but Surf should finish Incineroar, which is at 46% after its Sitrus Berry. Opposing Dragonite and Gliscor are fainted; save Kingambit and Dragonite for the opponent’s last Pokémon.

   Reasoning trace (76 words)

   **Calculating damage for Surf**
   
   I'm needing to decide if Surf can knock out Incineroar. After a berry, it’s at 46%. Surf did 54% damage from full health, meaning it took 79% in total. If Incineroar has around 180 HP, it's likely to be knocked out. For Primarina, it has about 70 HP left and will lose 12.5% unless Incineroar attacks first. Will-o-wisp failed because Primarina was already poisoned, so I need to consider my next move.