<p>This set allows Dragonite to show off one reason it is superior to Salamence: vastly superior defenses. This set can survive Vaporeon's Ice Beam, typically the strongest Ice type attack coming from a water type you will have to worry about, as all the stronger Ice Beams are OHKOd by this set after a Dragon Dance. The Leftovers will provide for recovery over time, although a Lum Berry or Life Orb are good alternatives too, to provide for an attack boost or the ability to take one status  condition (including Outrage's confusion).</p>

<p>The EVs, as explained above, provide for the ability to survive non-STAB super effective hits such as Hidden Power Ice and Dragon Pulse with ease while you Dragon Dance up again, something Salamence could not do. After the threat is removed, you can Roost the damage off later handily. Dragon Claw is an acceptable alternative to Outrage if you want to be able to Roost on command, although you lose a lot of attack power and may want to switch to Life Orb if you plan on using that. This set also needs support for removing Skarmory and Levitate Bronzong, as the two moves this set sports are walled by those Pokemon.</p>