I think it is partly due to his defesive orientation as Torterra that he didn't fare well initially. I mean if you look at all his pokemon it seems maybe Torkoal and Donphan are somewhat defensive oriented other then that this team is usually bit on speed or brute force. I certainly agree, if the chance is given for Torterra to do some work I think he will take this moment to shine.I would have agreed if it was a different pokemon. One reason I differentiated Torterra from its Pre-Evos is because it changed dramatically. Its Speed was suppressed as it became a Grotle, later on, its Agility was too. However, its Defense was proven to be Solid. So, Torterra was so Different, BUT you convinced me that Torterra isn't really a weak PkMn of his team. Its not about his wins and such....its the writers choice not his Stat that make the difference..so....