The STRONGEST Water Type to Use in EVERY Pokemon Game

Summary

In this video, the creator explores the best Water-type Pokémon across various generations of the Pokémon games. From the early days of Red, Blue, and Yellow with Slowbro, to the latest entries in Sword and Shield with Dracovish, each Water-type is analyzed for its strengths in gameplay. Key picks include Lapras, Swampert, and Greninja, with insights into their move sets, evolutions, and game mechanics. The video encourages audience interaction, asking viewers to share their favorite Water-type Pokémon and suggests the next typing to cover in the series.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video discusses the best water-type Pokémon in each mainline Pokémon game, with a focus on the most competitive and effective choices.
• 😀 The water typing was voted by the audience as the next topic after the normal typing, and the video kicks off with a look at red, blue, and yellow versions.
• 😀 In Red, Blue, and Yellow, Slowbro is chosen as the best water-type over Lapras due to its combination of psychic typing, special stat boosting moves like Amnesia, and decent tanking ability.
• 😀 In Gold, Silver, and Crystal, Lapras is considered the best due to its access to Ice Beam early, making it a strong counter to the Elite Four and Dragon-types.
• 😀 In Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, Swampert is the best water-type, boasting powerful physical attacks like Earthquake and strong stab moves, making it the best option for these games.
• 😀 For FireRed and LeafGreen, Lapras is again the best option for FireRed, while Starmie outshines in LeafGreen due to its high speed and power despite its lower bulk.
• 😀 In Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, Gyarados stands out as the best water-type, benefiting greatly from the physical-special split with moves like Waterfall and coverage options like Ice Fang and Earthquake.
• 😀 For HeartGold and SoulSilver, Lapras remains the top choice, continuing to be a versatile and powerful water-type with solid moves for the whole game.
• 😀 In Black and White, Seismitoad is praised for its unique typing, strong coverage, and utility, making it the best water-type for these games, though it is harder to get in Black 2.
• 😀 In X and Y, Greninja is considered the best water-type due to its speed, special attack, and access to powerful moves like Surf, complemented by its versatile abilities like Protean.
• 😀 In Sun and Moon (and Ultra Sun and Moon), both Primarina and Gyarados are excellent choices, with Primarina being a strong special attacker and Gyarados excelling with its power and ability to set up with Dragon Dance.
• 😀 In Sword and Shield, Dracovish is undeniably the best water-type, thanks to its incredibly strong combo of Strong Jaw and Fishious Rend, which makes it both powerful in battle and incredibly popular in competitive play.

Q & A

Which Water-type Pokémon is considered the best for Red, Blue, and Yellow?

The best Water-type Pokémon for Red, Blue, and Yellow is Slowbro, primarily due to its access to Amnesia and its Psychic typing, which allows it to tank damage and sweep with powerful moves like Surf.

Why is Lapras considered the best Water-type in Gold, Silver, and Crystal?

Lapras is considered the best due to its strong Ice-type and Water-type STAB moves like Ice Beam and Surf. It can be easily obtained after acquiring Surf and proves useful against many opponents, including Claire's Dragon-types.

What makes Swampert the best Water-type for Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald?

Swampert is the best choice because of its powerful dual-STAB moves like Earthquake, Surf, and Waterfall. Even without the physical-special split, Swampert outperforms other options like Gyarados and Milotic.

What are the key differences in Water-type Pokémon choices between FireRed and LeafGreen?

In FireRed, Lapras is the top choice due to its bulk and versatile move pool. In LeafGreen, Starmie is superior due to its high speed, offensive power, and access to both Surf and Psychic, making it the ideal option for most battles.

Why is Gyarados considered the best Water-type for Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum?

Gyarados shines in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum due to the physical-special split, which allows it to take full advantage of its high physical attack stat. Moves like Waterfall, Ice Fang, and Earthquake make it a powerhouse.

How does Lapras fare in HeartGold and SoulSilver?

Lapras remains the best Water-type in HeartGold and SoulSilver due to its consistency, excellent move pool, and early access to powerful moves like Ice Beam. It’s a reliable choice throughout the game.

Which Water-type Pokémon stands out in Black and White?

Seismitoad is the best Water-type for Black and White because it’s easily obtainable early in the game and has a great movepool with options like Earthquake, Drain Punch, Surf, and Scald. Its typing also offers good resistances.

What Water-type Pokémon is considered best in Black 2 and White 2?

In Black 2 and White 2, Jellicent is considered the best due to its defensive typing and versatile move pool, which includes Surf, Shadow Ball, and Energy Ball. It provides strong utility throughout the game despite being obtained later.

Why is Greninja considered the best Water-type in Pokémon X and Y?

Greninja is the best Water-type in Pokémon X and Y because of its high speed and special attack, making it a potent offensive threat. It also has access to a wide variety of moves and can be extremely effective in battle.

What makes Swampert the best choice in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire?

Swampert stands out in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire due to its Mega Evolution, which boosts its stats and grants it Swift Swim. Its physical Water-type moves like Waterfall and Hammer Arm, combined with high attack, make it a formidable opponent.