Donphan moveset help

[ScizorRules]

I'm training a Donphan (Rapid Spinner) for my friend, but I don't have much time ATM. Not quite sure what direction to go in. I'm hoping someone can give me a good direction to go in (moveset, EV spread, Nature, etc.). Any help is appreciated.

 

[Persona]

Donphan @ Leftovers
Impish Nature
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 6 Atk
- Rapid Spin
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge / Ice Shard
- Stealth Rock / Knock Off

Ice Shard takes care of Dragons, even if it isn't going to OHKO, however Stone Edge is a better option against Flying types. Knock Off is a useful move against an opponent who rely on their items too much in-battle.

 

[Azonic]

Rapid Spin/Stealth Rock isn't always needed.

 

[Punishment]

Rapid Spin/Stealth Rock isn't always needed.

Penguin has a good point. But the more useful of the two is Rapid Spin.

There better Pokemon suited to use SR out there.

 

[Red X]

Donphan @ Leftovers
Impish Nature
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 6 Atk
- Rapid Spin
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge / Ice Shard
- Stealth Rock / Knock Off

Ice Shard takes care of Dragons, even if it isn't going to OHKO, however Stone Edge is a better option against Flying types. Knock Off is a useful move against an opponent who rely on their items too much in-battle.

I'm gonna use this for my shiny Phanpy.

 

[ScizorRules]

Thanks for the help. So for now, it's looking like:

Donphan @ Leftovers
Impish Nature
EVs: 252 HP / 252 Def / 6 Atk
- Rapid Spin
- Earthquake
- Ice Shard
- Knock Off

 

[Azonic]

Penguin has a good point. But the more useful of the two is Rapid Spin.

There better Pokemon suited to use SR out there.

Though SR stops Focus Sashers a d Flying types in their tracks.

 

[Faceless*]

If your team doesnt contain much sweepers carrying a Focus Sash, then dont use Rapid Spin. Unless half your team is carrying a Focus Sash (haha thats me :P), I recommend Rapid Spin ^^