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Politoed, a Water-type Pokémon, evolves from Poliwhirl through a specific method. This guide details the steps required to add Politoed to your collection.
Table of contents
Evolution Requirements
- Poliwhirl: The base Pokémon needed for evolution.
- King’s Rock: A held item required for evolution.
- Trading: You must trade Poliwhirl while it’s holding the King’s Rock.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Obtain a Poliwhirl: Capture or breed a Poliwhirl.
- Acquire a King’s Rock: King’s Rock can be found in Delibird Presents shops.
- Give Poliwhirl the King’s Rock: Ensure Poliwhirl is holding the King’s Rock as its held item.
- Trade Poliwhirl: Trade your Poliwhirl (holding the King’s Rock) with another player. Upon trading, Poliwhirl will evolve into Politoed for the receiver.
- Receive Politoed (Optional): Arrange for the other player to trade Politoed back to you if you want it.
Important Considerations
Politoed cannot evolve in Pokemon Lets Go, Pikachu! and Lets Go, Eevee! because Politoed is not present in those games.
Trading is essential for Poliwhirl to evolve into Politoed.
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Tips for Trading
- Communication is Key: Clearly communicate your intentions with the other player beforehand to ensure a smooth trade and return (if desired).
- Safe Trading Codes: Consider using a specific Link Code (like 00610061) to minimize the risk of trading with unintended individuals.
- Trustworthy Partners: Ideally, trade with friends or known members of the Pokémon community to avoid potential scams.
Alternative Methods (Game Dependent)
While trading is the primary method, some games might offer alternative, less common ways to obtain a Politoed, such as:
- In-Game Trades: Some NPCs might offer in-game trades that could potentially involve a Politoed or a Poliwhirl holding a King’s Rock. Check in-game message boards and townspeople’s dialogue.
- Raid Battles: In games with Raid Battles, Politoed may appear as a rare encounter. Keep an eye out for Water-type Raid events.
- Mystery Gift/Event Distribution: Occasionally, developers distribute rare Pokémon or items via Mystery Gift or special events. Watch for announcements regarding Politoed or King’s Rocks.
Politoed’s Strengths and Weaknesses
Understanding Politoed’s type matchups can help you utilize it effectively in battles:
- Strengths: Resistant to Water, Fire, Ice, and Steel-type moves.
- Weaknesses: Vulnerable to Grass and Electric-type moves.
Obtaining a Politoed requires a bit of coordination and effort, but with the right preparation and a reliable trading partner, you can successfully add this unique Water-type Pokémon to your team. Good luck, and happy catching!
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Using Politoed in Battle
Now that you have your Politoed, let’s explore how to use it effectively in battles. Politoed’s stats and abilities make it a versatile Pokémon with several viable strategies.
Abilities:
- Damp: Prevents the use of Explosion and Self-Destruct. A situational ability, mostly useful against specific opponents.
- Water Absorb: Restores HP if hit by a Water-type move. A great ability for switching into predicted Water-type attacks.
- Drizzle (Hidden Ability): Summons rain upon entering battle. This is Politoed’s most sought-after ability, enabling Rain Dance teams.
Movesets:
The best moveset for your Politoed will depend on its ability and your team composition. Here are a few examples:
Rain Dance Support:
- Rain Dance: Sets up rain, boosting Water-type moves.
- Hydro Pump/Scald: Powerful Water-type STAB (Same-Type Attack Bonus) moves. Hydro Pump offers more power, while Scald has a chance to burn.
- Ice Beam: Coverage against Grass-type opponents.
- Protect/Helping Hand: Utility moves for stalling or supporting teammates.
Bulky Attacker:
- Scald: Reliable Water-type STAB with a burn chance.
- Toxic: Inflicts poison on the opponent.
- Protect: Stalls for Toxic damage or scouts opponent’s moves.
- Rest: Recovers HP and removes status conditions.
Team Synergy:
Politoed shines on Rain Dance teams, where its Drizzle ability provides a constant rain effect. Consider pairing it with Pokémon that benefit from rain, such as:
- Swift Swim Users: Pokémon with the Swift Swim ability, which doubles their Speed in rain (e.g., Kingdra, Mega Swampert).
- Thunder Users: Pokémon that can use Thunder, which has perfect accuracy in rain (e.g., Thundurus, Raikou).
- Water-Type Attack Boosters: Pokémon whose Water-type moves are boosted by rain (e.g., Greninja, Keldeo).
Tera Type Considerations:
In games with Terastallization, choosing the right Tera Type for Politoed can significantly enhance its battle capabilities. Some good options include:
- Water: Amplifies Water-type STAB moves even further in rain.
- Grass: Provides resistance to Electric-type moves, a common threat to Water-types.
- Fairy: Offers a good defensive typing with resistances to Dragon and Dark.
By carefully considering Politoed’s abilities, movesets, team synergy, and Tera Type, you can maximize its potential and make it a valuable asset to your team. Experiment with different strategies to find what works best for your playstyle and the current metagame. Remember to adapt your approach based on your opponent’s team and strategy for optimal results.
