Talonflame: Guaranteed Priority Tailwind on Turn 1

Talonflame as Reliable Turn One Tailwind Setter

Talonflame is a reliable Pokémon for setting Tailwind on turn one due to its Gale Wings ability granting priority.

IfOn turn one, with full HP

Talonflame provides priority Tailwind

Talonflame is an effective Tailwind setter due to its Gale Wings ability, which grants priority to its Flying-type moves at full HP, allowing it to activate Tailwind before most other Pokémon.

IfAt full HP.

Focus Sash ensures Vivillon survives a hit

Focus Sash is an ideal held item for Doubles Support Vivillon, guaranteeing it survives one otherwise fatal attack, thereby allowing it to set up critical support or disruption.

IfFor a Doubles Support Vivillon build.

Aerodactyl's Focus Sash Strategy

Aerodactyl often utilizes a Focus Sash to guarantee survival of at least one attack, enabling it to act (e.g., set Tailwind or use Rock Slide) even against powerful initial threats.