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In retrospect, it now looks like a cinematic cousin to Philip Roth's Goodbye-Columbus, with its middle-class Jewish milieu and observant humor. Harry (Martin Priest) is a mid-level mobster whose racket has weakened during his stint in prison. Newly out, he tries to piece together the business, or possibly go straight, meanwhile reconnecting with his ex-wife and the two daughters he barely knew. Nothing seems to work--it's almost as though there's a plot against him.
As a curio, Harry is choice. It's easy to see how the movie had trouble in 1969, however; the style suggests an in-the-streets documentary, rather than a culture comedy. (An opening sequence in the jailhouse looks like the beginning of a grim prison exposé.) This bizarre approach actually gives the movie much of its appeal today, however, as does the relentless eccentricity of the supporting cast, many of them non-professionals; Harry's henchman Ben Lang should've had a wonderful career as a good-natured goombah. --Robert Horton
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The film begins as Harry is being released from prison after a nine-month stay. His chauffeur immediately tells him some of his numbers runners have jumped ship and his gambling flotilla is in danger of sinking. They pick up a couple of his lieutenants who speak Spanish (which Harry doesn't understand) and they more or less ignore him. Harry quickly learns that they and his other runners think of him as washed up. Meanwhile he runs into a couple of his ex-wives and discovers that he has grandchildren. Now a rather unusual mid-life crisis ensues for Harry. He wants to give up the rackets and become an upstanding member of the community, to attend weddings and bar mitzvahs. Just how difficult that is and what transpires form the comedic story of the film.
Director Michael Roemer who also wrote the script uses authentic New York/New Jersey lifestyle details from the sixties (contemporary to him and therefore without the strained or flashy, obtrusive effect we often encounter in period piece movies) to spin his tale. There is a documentary feel to the film overlaid with light-hearted irony. The camera work is amateurish at times and the abrupt cuts lend a kind of jumpy, somehow authentic feel to the story. This can be seen as a satire of gangster films with the warm-hearted and gentle Harry as a kind of anti-Al Capone.
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Australian Marine Alliance- govt's policy failure on marine parks
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The Australian Marine Alliance (AMA) today highlighted that the relationship between the Australian Greens, Gillard Government and Australian industry had reached an historic policy low.
Chief Executive of the AMA Dean Logan, 'Within days of the announcement to close millions of sq/kms of ocean and the Coral Sea to Australian fisherman of all persuasions - on the basis of protecting the environment - the massive USA tuna purse-seine fleet has agreed to pay Pacific Island countries USD$630 million dollars to catch in-excess of 4 times Australia's total fish production, in the same region.
'The policy dynamic here is nothing short of mind-blowing and one of the most stark examples of policy failure and hypocrisy in Australian environmental policy and fisheries management history.'
Summary of concerns:
• The Government has not identified a single threat to substantiate large-scale marine closures;
• Australia imports in-excess of 70% of its seafood and yet compensation for consumers and how to address our food security concerns has not been addressed in any way;
• Within days of closing millions of sq/kms of ocean to fisherman the Gillard Government issued hundreds of new oil and gas leases throughout the same Australian marine environment and yet the only form of extractive effort that is effectively managed, is sustainable fishing;
• The Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) associated with the draft marine reserve network was released well AFTER the announcement and was not provided to industry, but leaked to a journalist;
• The ABARES socio-economic assessment relating to the marine reserve network and the associated community, business and social impacts, is still not completed;
• No one knows when the 60 day consultation period will start because the Government has yet to indicate when the draft marine reserve process will be gazzetted, and;
• Department officials are talking to industry about 'buy-outs' and 'structural adjustment' and yet are unable to answer the most basic of questions from industry leaders.
Mr Logan continued, 'If this wasn't so serious it would definitely be an episode on 'Yes, Minister'!
'The script would go something like this: In one breath The Rt. Hon James (Jim) Hacker MP is convinced by Sir Humphrey to ask the nations fisherman to 'trust him' because 'he cares for the environment and loves aquariums'.
All the while the massive USA tuna purse-seine fleet slip under the radar and cut a USD$630 million dollar deal that renders Hacker's passionate environmental announcement, impotent.
'This decision proves that the overwhelming weight of international scientific opinion around sustainable resource allocation in the Pacific is not as Minister Burke has consistently argued, but rather that there is room for increased sustainable exploitation of pelagic fish, like tuna, for food security purposes.
'Additionally why has the Gillard Government and Greens sided with USA based environmental NGO's to specifically target Australian fisherman and not the USA tuna purse-seine fleet who will most certainly look to secure a substantial return on their USD$630M investment?
'Moreover, given this decision and the removal of almost all forms of efficient seafood extraction by Australian fisherman in the region, how does Labor and the Greens now justify the $6.25 million p/a allocated to help Pacific Island countries to address illegal fishing and ecosystem destruction?' ended Logan.
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ETP has such stable assets they are always able to raise debt at some of the best rates in the MLP industry...... if they couldn't they would be in the same boat as NS. However, the ability to raise debt at reasonable prices cannot compensate for bad management and bad decisions and that is why ETP has been dead money for over four years while so many in their peer group have doubled and split their shares.
Only on a Yahoo message board could someone say that a 20% increase in unit price over the last four years and a yearly 7% yield is "dead money". It shows how many very poor investors there are out there.
The BOD gave perry $1000,ooo, whats going on here? what about crews?
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Transforming energy instruction in middle school to support integrated understanding and future learning†
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DOI: 10.1002/sce.20423
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On the second Sunday of the month, we have potluck following Sunday morning worship services, so the evening service is moved to 1:00 PM on that day. There is no 6:00 PM service on the second Sunday of the month.
We have Bible classes on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening for all ages. From age one and up, we offer an opportunity for your systematic study of God's Word. We are blessed to have a group of dedicated men and women who take their teaching of God's Word seriously and prepare their classes accordingly.
Have you ever had someone ask you, if you are "in Christ?" Actually this is a biblical term. But what happens when we are "in Christ", and biblically how are we placed there? Just for a moment let's look at the scriptures and see what the bible has to say. Because this after all is a very important topic.
Romans 8:1, "There is therefore now condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus" (ESV). No condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus. In another words those who are "in Christ" will not face the wrath of God. But however, those who are not found "in Christ" will have to face condemnation.
Ephesians 1:7, "In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace." We find redemption, the forgiveness of our sins. Well who is "Him?" The Bible is referring "Him" to Jesus Christ. We must be in Christ to reap these benefits.
2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come."If you are "in Christ", you have been made new. Your slate has been wiped clean. Corresponding with Ephesians 1:7, all your past sins are gone.
Are you "in Christ"? If you said yes, how do you know? What does the Bible say? Galatians 3:27, "For as many of you were baptized into Christ have put on Christ." You are baptized into Christ. This is the act which places you into the body. We can go from cover to cover of the Bible, and you will not find another way to be put into Christ. Romans 6:3-4, "Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life." A person can have all the faith they want, but without baptism, they are still outside of Christ.
Now this creates another question. Who is a candidate to be baptized "into Christ?" In Acts 8:26-40, we find Phillip and the Ethiopian eunuch. We see that Phillip preaches the gospel to the eunuch. They come across some water, and the eunuch asks Phillip in verse 36, "See, here is water! What prevents me from being baptized?" Phillip then answered him saying, "If you believe with all your heart, you may." A good candidate is someone with faith. Faith is the corner stone. If you get baptized without faith, your baptism was pointless. In 1 Peter 3:21, we see that baptism is an appeal to God, for a good conscience.
1 Corinthians 12:27, "Now you are Christ's body, and individually members of it." This shows us that were in His body, which makes up the church. "The church" is not a building with four walls, the building is just the gathering place. When your baptized "into Christ", you have been put into the church, which is the body of Christ. Acts 20:28 shows that the church was purchased with His blood. So why wouldn't you want to be a member of the body of Christ?
Ephesians 2:12, "Remember that you were at one time separated from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel and strangers to covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world." It's very important to be "in Christ." When looking at the scriptures, there is only one way "into Christ." So tonight, where do you stand? Are you "in Christ?
On behalf of the Versailles church of Christ, we would like to thank you for visiting our website. In addition, we would like to take this opportunity to tell you about our church family and about what you can expect as we worship God together.
We are simply Christians, without ties to any denomination. We believe the Bible is the inspired word of God, and we try to follow it as our only guide in religion. We accept Jesus Christ as Lord and respect His authority.
We have believed the message of the crucified and risen Lord, and now we share it with others. We urge all to accept God's gift of eternal life in His Son (Romans 6:23). God's plan for salvation involves…
- Repentance toward God and faith in Jesus Christ (Acts 20:21)
- Confessing Jesus as Lord (Romans 10:10)
- Being baptized into Christ for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38)
- Living a life of faithful service to Christ (Revelation 2:10)
When you visit with us, you will be our honored and respected guest. You will not be embarrassed in any way. In keeping with our effort to carefully follow the Bible, our worship consists only of those activities authorized by command or example in the New Testament.
- On Sunday, the first day of the week, we observe the Lord's Supper as a memorial to our Savior's death (Acts 20:7; 1 Corinthians 11:24-26).
- We praise God and edify one another through singing (Colossians 3:16), and offer prayers of supplication and thanksgiving (1 Timothy 2:1-2).
- Through sermons, we hear exhortation to "continue steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine" (Acts 2:42).
- On Sunday, we take up a collection so members can give as they have purposed in their hearts (1 Corinthians 16:1-2; 2 Corinthians 9:7). As a visitor, you are our guest, so please do not feel under any obligation to give.
In addition to our worship services, we have Bible classes on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening for all ages. Everyone, age one and up, has an opportunity for careful study of God's Word, and we can provide care for babies upon request. We are blessed to have a group of dedicated men and women who take their teaching of God's Word seriously and prepare their classes accordingly.
We at Versailles church of Christ seek to serve God, honor Jesus and take as many people with us to Heaven as we can. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to mention them.
We pray that this bit of information will help you decide to worship with us.
In Him Always,
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BUIES CREEK, N.C.-Senior Melanie Mitchell pitched a complete-game shutout as the Virginia softball team opened the 2013 season with a 4-0 win over Robert Morris Friday morning (Feb. 8) at the Campbell/Hampton Inn Invitational in Buies Creek, N.C.
Mitchell (White Plains, Md.) struck out 16, while only allowing two hits in the 20th shutout and 91st complete game of her career. The first 11 outs recorded for the Colonials (0-1) were strikeouts and Mitchell (1-0) retired the side in order five times. With the start, Mitchell became the UVa all-time leader in career starts with 113.
In the bottom of the third, senior Alex Skinkis (La Palma, Calif.) led off with a single and stole second, before classmate Lauren Didlake (Bowling Green, Va.) walked. After a passed ball advanced the runners, senior Taylor Williams (Woodbridge, Va.) singled to score Skinkis. A two-error play allowed Didlake and Williams to come across home and sophomore Heidi Velk (Murrieta, Calif.) concluded the scoring on a double steal.
UVa (1-0) was aggressive on the base paths, stealing six bases, including Velk and junior Marcy Bowdren (Fairfax Station, Va.) who had two each.
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The car ferry Venus, which recently entered traffic, is the Swedish Road Administration's most modern ferry and the first in a series with a distinct environmental profile. The propulsion engines onboard are modern Volvo Penta low-emission engines equipped with catalytic converters and particle filters. The high efficiency of the engines results in low fuel consumption and good performance. The Road Administration's ferry unit, with slightly more than 60 ships, is Sweden's largest shipping company measured in number of vessels. The Road Administration has overall responsibility in Sweden for the environmental impact of road traffic and as part of this, the ferry company is working for a better environment, primarily through reduced exhaust emission. "We want to be the leaders in the environmental field and we are well below the standards set by the IMO (International Maritime Organization)," says Mikael von Zweigbergk, technical director at the Road Administration's ferry company. "We have equipped the new ferry, Venus, with modern, low emission engines with a catalytic converter and particle filter. We have ordered another ferry similar to this one, which will be delivered in the spring, and we have an option on two more." Modern engines and catalytic converters The engines onboard are four 12-liter Volvo Penta D12Ds at 450 hp each. The D12D in its initial design has very low exhaust emissions due to highly advanced and entirely electronically controlled fuel system. The emission levels for the D12D are well below the limits set by the IMO and will also meet the extensive standards that will become effective in the US during 2004. The generator plant onboard is powered by two Volvo Penta D5A TA units at 72 kW each. To further reduce exhaust emissions, the engines onboard the Venus are equipped with catalytic converters that reduce the level of hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide by 80 to 90%. Moreover, the propulsion engines are equipped with particle filters that separate 90% of the particles and continually combust them into carbon dioxide and water. Exceptionally good performance The Volvo Penta D12 is developed for marine requirements, with adapted torque and power curves. "One of our demands for the engines was the torque at low rpms, since it is very important for performance and to be able to maneuver the ferry safely. The Volvo Penta D12 engine has such power that we can operate the ferry at cruise speed on just two engines, which saves fuel," relates Mikael von Zweigbergk. The four propulsion engines work in pairs and each is connected to a thruster through drive belts and couplings, one at each end of the ferry, which can be driven in either direction. The entire drive system is controlled and supervised electronically and each engine is used optimally. "The control system continually measures the load on each engine. If the load is low, only one engine is used and if both engines are driving, the system ensures that each engine carries exactly the same load and that they work at the same rpm. This minimizes the load on the drive belts and couplings and optimizes power for maneuvering," says Christian Johansson, project leader from Marine Commercial Center within
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Charizard Original Charizard Analysis 3/3: | tennisace | ebeast | Raseri | 2/2: | Rohail17 | Fuzznip | [Overview]
Even in previous generations, Charizard was known as a very threatening Pokemon. It is very versatile, as its balanced offenses, large movepool, and great Speed allow it to run a vast variety of sets. For that reason, Charizard is mostly seen on offensive teams, as well as sun teams, where its Fire-type attacks are much more powerful. Its 4x weakness to Stealth Rock can hinder its ability to sweep, but it's safe to say that Charizard is the strongest Fire-type Pokemon in NU.
 [SET] name: Special Attacker move 1: Fire Blast move 2: Air Slash move 3: Hidden Power Grass / Substitute move 4: Roost item: Life Orb ability: Blaze nature: Timid evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe [SET COMMENTS]
Charizard's high Special Attack and Speed allow it to function as an exceptional sweeper. Its strong STAB moves and good coverage are highlighted in this set. Charizard is a great addition to many teams that struggle against physical walls such as Tangela and Weezing. Fire Blast is one of Charizard's powerful STAB moves, and it guarantees an OHKO against Eviolite Roselia and Braviary. Air Slash is its secondary STAB option; while Fire- and Flying-type moves overlap in type coverage, Air Slash is great against Fire-immune Pokemon and Water-types. Hidden Power Grass offers even more coverage to Water- and Rock-type Pokemon. It specifically hits Seismitoad hard, OHKOing all common variants of it. However, Substitute can be used to avoid status conditions that would otherwise cripple Charizard. Roost is the final move of the set; it enables Charizard to heal itself if it switches into Stealth Rock, as well as allowing it to maintain longevity on the field.
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Life Orb gives additional power to Charizard's attacks. Blaze is the best choice of ability for this set, as Charizard can OHKO a 176 HP / 0 SpD Golurk with Fire Blast when it is activated. However, if Charizard is used on a sun team, Solar Power can replace Blaze to strengthen its attacks. SolarBeam could also be used in such a scenario, replacing Hidden Power Grass. Leftovers can be used in lieu of Life Orb for consistent healing. Flamethrower is an option over Fire Blast if accuracy is preferred over power. Finally, Focus Blast can be used in the third moveslot to hit Normal- and Rock-types harder, but it's an unreliable choice due to its lackluster accuracy. Tailwind can also considered over Roost, making priority the only way to outspeed Charizard.

Rapid Spin support is recommended, as Charizard would be easy to defeat if it comes in with Stealth Rock on the field. Wartortle is a prime spinner for Charizard, as it can also help against Regirock. Mold Breaker Sawk is a great partner for Charizard as well, as it can stop Stealth Rock from being set up through offensive pressure. Another option that isn't required is running Sunny Day support for Charizard, as it appreciates a Fire-type attack boost; Volbeat and Regirock are good choices for this. If Sunny Day support is used, sun sweepers, such as Sawsbuck, Exeggutor, and Rapidash, are recommended as Charizard's partners. Even with Charizard's immense strength, having entry hazards on the field can turn several 2HKOs into OHKOs. Kangaskhan and Miltank (without Thick Fat) are two examples of Pokemon that could be OHKOed by Charizard after being weakened by Stealth Rock and Spikes. Regirock, Garbodor, and Scoilpede are great partners in laying these entry hazards.

As for more specific partners, Roselia and Tangela are great to use alongside Charizard, as they can handle Water- and Rock-type Pokemon it has difficulty against, specifically Alomomola, Samurott, and Carracosta. Mantine in particular can take anything Charizard can throw at it and retaliate back with its Water-type attacks. Electric-types, such as Rotom-S, are good allies that can get rid of Mantine. If Substitute isn't used in the third moveslot, Charizard is prone to status conditions, especially paralysis. Misdreavus and Miltank, both of which can weaken the adversary with status moves of their own, can heal Charizard of status with Heal Bell.
 [SET] name: Choice Scarf move 1: Fire Blast move 2: Flamethrower move 3: Focus Blast move 4: Air Slash / Hidden Power Grass item: Choice Scarf ability: Blaze nature: Timid evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe [SET COMMENTS]
Charizard already rests at a great Speed tier, but when it's holding a Choice Scarf, it transforms into an excellent revenge killer. It's a great choice when a player is in need of a Pokemon that can clean up weakened teams. Charizard doesn't need to rely on sun support for this set, as it can function solely without it. Fire Blast and Flamethrower are both Fire-type move options; the former is mostly for revenge killing threats while the latter is for cleaning up the weakened adversary. Focus Blast is a great coverage move to KO Pokemon Charizard cannot dent with its other moves, such as Regirock, Golem, Probopass, and Lickilicky. The final moveslot is a filler option based on what threat you wish to cover. Air Slash allows Charizard to check Modest Ludicolo in the rain, as it hits Ludicolo harder than Fire Blast. On the other hand, Hidden Power Grass allows Charizard to dent Seismitoad.
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Choice Scarf allows Charizard to outspeed the majority of the tier, including Scolipede, Jynx, and Choice Scarf Sawk. With Blaze, Charizard can use Stealth Rock to its advantage; after switching into Stealth Rock twice, Charizard can activate Blaze, which powers up its Fire-type moves. Tailwind can be used in the final moveslot to give its teammates extra Speed if Charizard isn't capable of finishing off the opposing team. Solar Power and SolarBeam can also be used if Charizard were to be used on a sun team.

While Rapid Spin support isn't necessary, Charizard will be switching in and out often due to being locked into a move, so having spinners would be useful. Once again, Wartortle is the best choice of spinner for Charizard. Offensive pressure could be used as well if you'd rather avoid using a spinner; Pokemon such as Mold Breaker Sawk and Samurott are good options in that department. Charizard also appreciates having a partner or two that could heal it from status conditions or recover its lost HP with Wish. Alomomola, Lickilicky, and Miltank, who can all use their formidable bulk to take attacks Charizard cannot take, are great partners for that role. Because Charizard would usually be used on offensive teams, having partners who could weaken the opposition beforehand, such as Samurott and Eelektross, are recommended. Finally, entry hazard support can come in handy for Charizard, as it can score many more OHKOs with entry hazards on the field. One example would be Regice, as it can be OHKOed with Fire Blast after Stealth Rock damage. Garbodor and Carracosta are good choices for entry hazard setters.
 [SET] name: Swords Dance move 1: Swords Dance move 2: Acrobatics move 3: Earthquake move 4: Roost item: Flying Gem ability: Blaze nature: Jolly evs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe [SET COMMENTS]
While Charizard is usually seen ravaging opponents with its Special Attack, Swords Dance allows Chairzard to take full advantage of its Attack stat. Swords Dance is the center point of the set, as it raises Charizard's attacks to astounishing heights. After a Swords Dance, Charizard has the power to 2HKO Alomomola and OHKO Lickilicky, Regice, and Tangela, all with its STAB Acrobatics. Furthermore, and its power is immediately increased on the first hit due to Charizard's Flying Gem. It doesn't end there: Acrobatics also reaches a phenomenal Base Power of 110 after the Flying Gem is consumed. Earthquake provides great coverage alongside Acrobatics, and Roost allows Charizard to heal itself whenever it ceases the opportunity.
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Blaze is Charizard's only viable ability, as Charizard has no need to rely on sun support with this set. A Fire-type move such as Flare Blitz or Fire Punch is optional in the final moveslot if you crave another STAB. However, it doesn't offer much besides hitting Eelektross harder, as Acrobatics and Earthquake already wields near-perfect coverage together. ThunderPunch is a good option to dish out more damage to Water-type Pokemon, but Acrobatics already does a large amount to most of them, bar Carracosta.

Rapid Spin support is always helpful for Charizard to grant it more switch in opportunities, so a spinner such as Wartortle is a great partner. Jynx and Mold Breaker Sawk can also stop Stealth Rock from being up through Lovely Kiss and offensive pressure, respectively. Regirock can easily defeat Charizard, even when it has a Swords Dance boost. Gurdurr and Samurott are examples of Pokemon that can KO Regirock so Charizard can continue sweeping the opposing team. Status conditions can cripple it, so Heal Bell support from Pokemon such as Lickilicky and Misdreavus are recommended. Entry hazard support helps weaken the opponent to make it easier for Charizard to sweep, so entry hazard setters, such as Carracosta and Garbodor, are great partners.
 [SET] name: Choice Specs move 1: Fire Blast move 2: Air Slash move 3: Hidden Power Grass move 4: Flamethrower item: Choice Specs ability: Blaze nature: Timid evs: 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe [SET COMMENTS]
This set truly displays Charizard's raw power, wallbreaking through teams quite easily. Even specially defensive Pokemon, such as Lickilicky and Regice, take severe damage from Charizard's attacks. Fire Blast is Charizard's main STAB move, and it also has enough power to defeat Probopass. Air Slash is Charizard's secondary STAB, and it hits Pokemon immune to Fire-type attacks, specifically Flash Fire Flareon and Rapidash. Hidden Power Grass offers good coverage against types that resist Fire, such as Rock- and Water-types. Lastly, Flamethrower cleans up weakened teams well, especially if accuracy is a dire need over power.
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Blaze is superior to Solar Power on this set, as sun isn't truly needed to power up Charizard. Overheat is a very powerful alternative Fire-type move, but its Special Attack drop is undesirable, and it doesn't have much of a larger damage output than Fire Blast. Focus Blast can be used for additional coverage, but because of this set's sheer power, it is no longer needed, as all of Charizard's attacks can defeat its main threats without the aid of Focus Blast.

Rapid Spin support is always going to be useful with Charizard, especially when it wants to be on the field for as long as possible to inflict massive damage to the adversary. Wartortle is one of the best spinners to use with Charizard due to its ability to tank Water- and Rock-type attacks well. Once again, Mold Breaker Sawk can stop Stealth Rock from being set up through offensive pressure for Charizard. While Charizard has enough strength to not rely on sun support, having it would be great to further boost Charizard's Fire-type attacks; Volbeat and Regirock are good partners for that role. Finally, Charizard's main objective is to weaken the opposition for its allies, so teammates that can sweep up the weakened team are good to have. Sawsbuck and Exeggutor are options for that role if sun support is offered, and Dragonair and Klang work well with Charizard outside of the sun, as they can cover the other's threats well.
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One of Charizard's most interesting alternative options is Belly Drum. It's a great way to maximize Charizard's power, but it leaves Charizard vulnerable to being revenge killed, and it doesn't have many opportunities to set it up safely. Charizard could also be self dependent with setting up Sunny Day instead of relying on a partner, but it wouldn't want to waste a precious moveslot for it. Dragon Dance is an excellent way to boost its Speed and Attack, but since Acrobatics—one of Charizard's best physical moves—is illegal with Dragon Dance, Swords Dance is the preferred option. Flame Charge is another way to boost Charizard's Speed, but it is a weak STAB option.

Heat Wave is a combination of good power and accuracy; however, it is not that much stronger than Flamethrower and has 10% less accuracy than it, making Flamethrower the superior STAB choice of the two. Hone Claws can help with accuracy problems as well as boosting Charizard's Attack; however, most of Charizard's inaccurate moves are special attacks, and Hone Claws boosts physical attacks, making it unnecessary. Toxic and Will-O-Wisp can allow Charizard to support its team, but it doesn't have the moveslots to fit them in. Finally, Charizard has some subpar attacking options, such as Shadow Claw, Rock Slide, and Brick Break, to consider in terms of additional coverage.
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It is difficult to outright counter Charizard due to the variety of sets it can run and its great coverage. Utilizing Stealth Rock is one of the most effective ways to weaken Charizard, so Pokemon who can successfully lay Stealth Rock on the field, such as Regirock and Golem, are good ways to weaken it. In fact, Rock-types in general are your best bet against Charizard, specifically ones who can take a Hidden Power Grass or Focus Blast. Carracosta, Golem, and Regirock are all great in dealing with Charizard.

There are many Pokemon that can only defeat a specific variant of Charizard. Mantine, Flareon, Zweilous, and Dragonair can easily take on any specially offensive set Charizard has with their respective properties, but they all can be easily defeated by the Swords Dance set. Choice Scarf Pokemon have a chance of outspeeding and KOing Charizard, granted it doesn't hold a Choice Scarf itself; Rotom-S and Primeape are examples of such. While it can't take many of Charizard's attacks, Floatzel can outspeed Charizard and attack it with its Water-type moves. In contrast, Samurott cannot outspeed Charizard, but it can tank a hit and OHKO with its Water-type attacks or even go for the priority Aqua Jet. Specially defensive Wartortle can tank any of Charizard's sets bar Swords Dance and use Scald against it.

There are also other ways to make it easier to defeat Charizard. Using a rain team against it is an excellent way to weaken its Fire-type moves, and Swift Swim users, such as Ludicolo, Gorebyss, and Armaldo, can then outspeed and KO Charizard with their boosted Water-type attacks. Inflicting status on Charizard is another good way to cripple it; Miltank can outspeed and paralyze a non-Choice Scarf Charizard while Alomomola, who struggles against the specially offensive sets, can take on the Swords Dance set to land a Toxic. Using Liepard to inflict parafusion on Charizard can be risky, but it's highly effective. Finally, it's especially annoying for Charizard to go against priority users due to its Stealth Rock weakness. Kangaskhan is a good example of such, as it can check it with Fake Out and Sucker Punch.


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Picture images does not do this beautiful colour justice. This is a very rich eggplant colour that looks amazing on any colour skin. I feel the quality was FIRST RATE. Stiching was excellent. My only negative criticism was I was unhappy with the shoulder pads so I broke the threads in the shoulder area and I took them out. I wore this for a job interview and it was an excellent choice. I wanted to stand out but not be obnoxious. The suit was conservative in form but the colour was tastefully distinctive. Sizing was good. The skirt fit perfectly but the top was tighter than I would have liked. Another reason I took out the shoulder pads. Overall... this was definately worth the money!
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