Torrent

Torrent is an ability predominantly associated with Water-type starter Pokémon, such as Squirtle, Totodile, Mudkip, Piplup, Oshawott, Froakie, Popplio, and Sobble, as well as their evolved forms. This ability enhances the power of Water-type moves by 50% when the Pokémon’s HP falls to one-third or less of its maximum total. This boost can turn the tide of a battle, often catching opponents off guard with unexpectedly strong Water-type attacks.

Interesting facts about Torrent include:

Strategic Use: Competitive players may strategically allow their Pokémon’s HP to drop below the critical threshold to activate Torrent, significantly boosting their Water-type offensive capabilities at a crucial moment in battle.
Consistency Among Starters: Torrent is one of the trio of abilities given to starter Pokémon, with Overgrow and Blaze being the other two, which boost Grass-type and Fire-type moves respectively under similar conditions.
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Effects

When this Pokémon has 1/3 or less of its HP remaining, its water-type moves inflict 1.5× as much regular damage.

Flavor Texts

ruby-sapphire: Ups WATER moves in a pinch.
emerald: Ups WATER moves in a pinch.
firered-leafgreen: Ups WATER moves in a pinch.
diamond-pearl: Powers up Water-type moves in a pinch.
platinum: Powers up Water-type moves in a pinch.
heartgold-soulsilver: Powers up Water-type moves in a pinch.
black-white: Powers up Water-type moves in a pinch.
black-2-white-2: Powers up Water-type moves in a pinch.
x-y: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon is in trouble.
omega-ruby-alpha-sapphire: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon is in trouble.
sun-moon: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.
ultra-sun-ultra-moon: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.
lets-go-pikachu-lets-go-eevee: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.
sword-shield: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.
scarlet-violet: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.