mstow infernape

hello and welcome to the first move set of the week so this is some of the top ou move sets for there pokes (and maby some lower tires ) so i'm gona start with my fave poke infer nape so enjoy.

~ Overheat ~ Close Combat ~ U-turn / Grass Knot ~ Stone Edge / Mach Punch

252 Atk / 4 SpA / 252 Spe

One of Infernape's signature sets in Gen 4 will likely be a common variant used in the Gen 5 metagame due to the great offensive coverage it provides, and the constant pressure it puts onto opposing teams. Close Combat is a staple on the set, as it provides Infernape with a reliable STAB attack, the sheer force of the move after the boosts from STAB and Life Orb giving Infernape much of its wallbreaking capability. Likewise, Overheat also acts as a powerful special STAB move, and unlike Close Combat, it focuses on the task of dealing as much damage as possible in a single, powerful blow. U-turn allows Infernape to keep up any offensive momentum your team may have built, as it will allow you to make sure that you have a desirable match-up; also, U-turn can be used to scout for sets the opponent's Pokemon may be running, or the items they may hold. However, Grass Knot can be used to help deal with bulky Ground- and Water-types which switch in expecting a resisted Fire-type attack; therefore, Grass Knot provides great coverage alongside Infernape's dual STABs. The final moveslot is dependent on your preference, as although Stone Edge provides additional coverage with Infernape's other attacking moves, hitting Pokemon such as Gyarados, Mach Punch can be used to better deal with Pokemon Infernape does not outrun, such as Choice Scarf Tyranitar and Terrakion. Lastly, Hidden Power Ice can be used to deal with the likes of Gliscor, Landorus and Dragonite, as Infernape will be able to KO all three of them after Stealth Rock damage. done of smogon XD