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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gen 8 OU?
The checked-in crob.at format catalog maps this page to Pokémon Showdown format gen8ou. Use the linked format primer and the Pokémon Showdown validator for current rules and legality.
What are the best Pokémon in Gen 8 OU?
This page reports counts from uploaded crob.at Gen 8 OU teams. These counts are not battle usage or a format-wide ranking. Use the linked format primer for current strategy guidance.
How is Gen 8 OU different from Gen 9 OU?
Use the uploaded Gen 8 OU teams as examples, not as proof of strategy or current format strength. Check the linked format primer and validator before you use a recommendation.
What Pokémon are banned in Gen 8 OU?
Use the linked Gen 8 OU format primer and the Pokémon Showdown validator for current legality. crob.at does not publish a static named ban list on this page.
How do I build a Gen 8 OU team?
Use the uploaded Gen 8 OU teams as examples, not as proof of strategy or current format strength. Check the linked format primer and validator before you use a recommendation.
How do I copy a Gen 8 OU team into Showdown?
Click any team card to open it, then hit the copy button. Open Pokémon Showdown, go to the Teambuilder, click "Import from text", paste the team, and save. Select Gen 8 OU as the format.
Where can I find Gen 8 OU sample teams?
The Sample tab lists imported sample teams. Open a team to see its source, event, or refresh facts when these facts are available.