Water Type Pokémon
Water types are excellent defensive pivots, resisting Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water. They only have two weaknesses (Electric and Grass) and provide essential offensive coverage against Fire, Ground, and Rock.
Offensive Matchups
When Water-type moves hit other types:
Defensive Matchups
When Water-type Pokémon are hit by other types:
Notable Water-Type Pokémon
Gyarados#130
Milotic#350
Empoleon#395
Greninja#658
Inteleon#818
Best Teammates for Water Pokémon
Grass types resist Electric and cover Water's Grass weakness. Electric types handle opposing Water and Flying threats. Steel provides broad resistances.
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Notable Water-type Pokémon
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