>>31507545Basically, yes.
The Sheer Force glitch thats just an intended mechanic at this point is hideously good, but unfortunately Nidoking lacks options to abuse it on the Physical side.
Superpower doesn't apply Sheer Force, and neither does Earthquake. if Nidoking gets Bulldoze, that would, but... What would be the purpose of using it then?
252+ Atk Sheer Force Nidoking Bulldoze vs. 252 HP / 88+ Def Ferrothorn: 79-94 (22.4 - 26.7%) -- 25.9% chance to 4HKO
252+ Atk Nidoking Earthquake vs. 252 HP / 88+ Def Ferrothorn: 102-121 (28.9 - 34.3%) -- 4.4% chance to 3HKO
Just ... no point to use Physical and Sheer Force
Especially not when this has no drawback whatsoever.
252 SpA Life Orb Sheer Force Nidoking Earth Power vs. 252 HP / 168 SpD Ferrothorn: 142-169 (40.3 - 48%) -- guaranteed 3HKO
and yes, this still outdamages Earthquake due to Sheer Force boosts despite the lower offensive stat, even with the +10 attack from gen 6 stat changes. 188 EVs and a positive nature EQ matches neutral natured (timid) 252 Special Earth power
