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Honchkrow vs Manibuzz; which is better?

Discussion in 'Pokémon General' started by Reckless, Dec 7, 2014.

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  1. Reckless

    Reckless Won't take the easy road

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    As the tittle says, which dark birdie is the better one to use? I don't think I've ever used Manibuzz in a battle before, but its bulk (especially for a flying type) is something to take into consideration. On the other hand, I have used Honchkrow extensively in the past, and whilst its speed stat is dismal, its attacking prowess is fierce.

    I guess it boils down to this: what to favour? Offence or Defence?
     
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  2. Skullbash

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    Mandibuzz is so bulky and can wall it's way through most situations. Honchkrow is great offensively. Like Reckless said, it really does boil down to offensive or defensive preferences.
     
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  3. Sheep

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    I love Honchkrow! Its design reminds me a lot of a character from an anime I like.. that and it's just really awesome-looking in general. Mandibuzz is a great wall and is arguably more useful but that doesn't change the fact that I prefer my 'lil dark bird. :)
     
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  4. theawesomeafro

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    I've used neither, but if I had to choose it'd be honchkrow because it looks awesome
     
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  5. LostSpirit

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    Mandibuzz. It's so bulky! I love it. I love the creepy look it has to it and it is such a nightmare to battle against because it won't die so easily.
     
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    I never used Manibuzz to be fair but I always enjoyed Honchkrow. I enjoyed using it in D/P and it's one of my favorite flying type Pokémon in general. Maybe one day I might try Manibuzz but for now Honchkrow. I also love it's design it's really cool. I miss this thing.
     
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  7. JirachiWish

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    I haven't used either of them, but I guess I prefer Mandibuzz. I like its design more. :)
     
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    Mandibuzz' bulk is not something to laugh at, but design wise, and because I'm more into offense, I have to go with Honchkrow.
     
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  9. Almandine-G

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    I'd probably say Honchcrow. Ultimately, I like either one equally base on their stats, and thus it came down to design, and Honchcrow just looks like a major crime boss. Plus, that moxie superpower can be pretty useful.
     
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    I prefer Honchcrow! I like its design a bit better, and I always choose offense over defense. However, I never actually used either of the two Pokémon, so maybe I should change something about that :D
     
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    I think Honchkrow is better in terms of stats and design. I like having something that attacks well and Mandibuzz isn't that good at attacking. Also, Honchkrow has style
     
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  12. Pixil

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    Honchkrow, easy :) Mandibuzz is cool too, but I've used Honchkrow more and I much prefer its stats and design. I've always liked Murkrow and it's cool he got an awesome evolution in Honchkrow.

    In fact, the first time I used Honchkrow I was totally in love. It was in... Diamond I think, and it had a pretty good movepool, nice stats, and a sweet design. Yeah, overall I just prefer it I suppose ^^
     
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    I <3 Mandibuzz.
     
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    Mandibuzz is a potent wall (minus rocks) and can actually work very well in a defensive core or on a team that likes to spikestack (with whirlwind). Also helps that overcoat got boosted to make it ignorant to powder moves.

    I hate honchkrow. It is too bleeding snow for me in spite of its power and lack of bulk. Even with a +1 boost after moxie and a choice scarf, I'mma passing.
    Also Sucker Punch isn't as reliable as it can be.
     
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    As a more defensive battler I have to go with Mandibuzz. Mandibuzz has a lot of defensive utility such as foul play, knock off, whirlwind and defog among other things. I really enjoy its flexibility as a wall, and the roles it can fill in a good defensive core. I really like Honchkrow though! Moxie sucker punch is so powerful, but I feel like it is a one trick pony, but its design is still really cool.
     
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    I prefer Honchkrow! Moxiekrow is amazing, I used to use him all the time. Mandibuzz is great too though!
     
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  17. Reckless

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    After using Manibuzz for a time, I managed to get convinced to use it competitively over Honchkrow. Its some bulky vulture. Sorry, dearest Honchkrow. </3 'cept you'll always look cooler to me
     
  18. Pendraflare

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    I'd go with Honchkrow. It was nice that they gave it a cool Hidden Ability to complement its high Attack stat. I've never used Mandibuzz, and while it's kinda cool that you can get a way under-leveled one in Black 2 early in the game, its Hidden Ability stinks.
     
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  19. TheBlazingInfernape

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    Honchkrow is Al Capone. Therefore, Honchkrow is mobster badass.
     
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  20. The Unknown

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    If i was to pick between the two on who my designated flyer would be, I would definitely take honchkrow over mandibuzz. Running offense has been more enjoyable to me over defense, and the Krow looks MUCH cooler than The Buzz.
     
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