Industry Perspective
Ceruledge, the Fire/Ghost type Pokémon introduced in Gen 9, has swiftly risen as a prominent threat in the Smogon competitive battling meta. Its unique typing grants it resistances to Fighting, Normal, Bug, Poison, and Ghost, while its access to moves like Bitter Blade and Close Combat makes it a potent mixed attacker.
Strategic Implications
Ceruledge’s versatility poses significant challenges for opponents. Its ability, Flash Fire, grants it immunity to Fire-type attacks, allowing it to switch into common threats like Rotom-Wash and Heatran. Additionally, its Hidden Ability, Sheer Force, boosts the power of its moves while bypassing defensive abilities, further enhancing its offensive capabilities.
