Castform Rainy is a Water-type Pokémon form introduced in Generation III.
Type: Water
Abilities:
- Forecast: Changes the Pokémon's form depending on the weather. In rainy weather, it becomes Castform Rainy.
Physical Characteristics:
- Castform Rainy is characterized by a blue, raindrop-shaped body.
- It features a pair of small, round eyes and a circular, cloud-like base.
- Unlike its normal form, the body is smooth with a glossy texture, reflecting its adaptation to rainy conditions.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Castform is known for its ability to change forms based on weather conditions, adapting to its environment to optimize its abilities.
- It typically inhabits areas where weather patterns are variable, such as open fields and near weather institutes.
- Castform Rainy is often seen during periods of rain, where it can harness the conditions to maximize its Water-type abilities.
In Battle:
- As a Water-type, Castform Rainy is strong against Fire, Ground, and Rock types, but weak against Electric and Grass types.
- Its battle strategy revolves around taking advantage of rain, boosting Water-type moves such as Rain Dance and Weather Ball, which becomes a Water-type move in rain.
- While it may not have high base stats, its versatility in changing forms can surprise opponents and provide strategic advantages.
Evolution:
- Castform does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon. Instead, it changes forms based on the weather, such as Sunny, Rainy, and Snowy forms.
Interesting Facts:
- Castform was specifically designed to showcase the weather mechanics introduced in Generation III.
- Its Forecast ability allows it to dynamically change forms, making it unique among Pokémon for its adaptability.
- Castform Rainy is part of the Weather Trio forms, alongside Castform Sunny and Castform Snowy, each representing a different aspect of weather.
- In the Pokémon universe, Castform is often used in research facilities to study the effects of weather changes.