politoed

Politoed is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II.

Type: Water

Abilities:

• Water Absorb: Restores HP if hit by a Water-type move.
• Damp: Prevents explosion and self-destruct moves from working.
• Drizzle (Hidden Ability): Summons rain upon entering battle.

Physical Characteristics:

• Politoed is a green, amphibian-like Pokémon.
• It has a rounded body with a cream-colored belly.
• Notable for its large, red eyes and a curled, spring-like hair on top of its head.
• Possesses long limbs with webbed hands and feet, ideal for swimming.
• Typically stands on its hind legs and has a wide, smiling mouth.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Prefers habitats near bodies of fresh water such as lakes, rivers, and ponds.
• Known for its distinctive croaking, which is used to communicate with others of its kind.
• Acts as a leader of Poliwag and Poliwhirl, often attracting them with its powerful croaking.
• Displays a social and somewhat territorial demeanor, especially during mating seasons.

In Battle:

• Functions as a versatile support Pokémon, especially valuable in rain-based teams.
• Often used to set up rain with its Drizzle ability, enhancing Water-type moves and reducing Fire-type damage.
• Key moves include Scald, Hydro Pump, Ice Beam, and Perish Song.
• Strong against Ground, Rock, and Fire types; weak against Electric and Grass types.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Poliwhirl when traded while holding a King's Rock.
• Is one of two possible evolutions for Poliwhirl, the other being Poliwrath when exposed to a Water Stone.

Interesting Facts:

• Politoed's loud croaking is said to be capable of inducing sleep in listeners.
• Its design is inspired by tree frogs, highlighting its arboreal traits.
• Often depicted as a charismatic Pokémon, leading groups of its pre-evolutions.
• Appears in various Pokémon media, including games, trading cards, and the anime, where its leadership qualities are frequently showcased.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Gold: If POLIWAG and POLIWHIRL hear its echoing cry, theyrespond by gather­ ing from far and wide.
• Silver: Whenever three or more of these get together, theysing in a loud voice that sounds like bellowing.
• Crystal: When it expands its throat to croak out a tune,nearby POLIWAG and POLIWHIRL gather immediately.
• Ruby: The curled hair on POLITOED’s head is proof of its status as a king. It is said that the longer and more curled thehair, the more respect this Pokémon earns from its peers.
• Sapphire: The curled hair on POLITOED’s head is proof of its status as a king. It is said that the longer and more curled thehair, the more respect this Pokémon earns from its peers.
• Emerald: The curled hair on its head proves its status as a king. It is said that the longer and curlier the hair, the more respect it earns from its peers.
• Firered: Whenever three or more of these get together, they sing in a loud voice that sounds like bellowing.
• Leafgreen: If POLIWAG and POLIWHIRL hear its echoing cry, they respond by gathering from far and wide.
• Diamond: It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make POLIWAG obey.
• Pearl: It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make POLIWAG obey.
• Platinum: It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make POLIWAG obey.
• Heartgold: If POLIWAG and POLIWHIRL hear its echoing cry, they respond by gathering from far and wide.
• Soulsilver: Whenever three or more of these get together, they sing in a loud voice that sounds like bellowing.
• Black: It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make Poliwag obey.
• White: It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make Poliwag obey.
• Black-2: It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make Poliwag obey.
• White-2: It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make Poliwag obey.
• X: Whenever three or more of these get together, they sing in a loud voice that sounds like bellowing.
• Y: If Poliwag and Poliwhirl hear its echoing cry, they respond by gathering from far and wide.
• Omega-Ruby: The curled hair on Politoed’s head is proof of its status as a king. It is said that the longer and more curled the hair, the more respect this Pokémon earns from its peers.
• Alpha-Sapphire: The curled hair on Politoed’s head is proof of its status as a king. It is said that the longer and more curled the hair, the more respect this Pokémon earns from its peers.
• Sun: They gather on moonlit nights to form a large chorus. Their cries sound angry and not at all pleasant, but they are certainly distinctive.
• Moon: It’s the leader of Poliwag and Poliwhirl. When Politoed roars, they all cower in fear.
• Ultra-Sun: Although its cries sound like screams, a composer created a beautiful ballad that was influenced by the sounds.
• Ultra-Moon: The longer and more luxurious the curled hair on its head, the greater the number of Poliwag and Poliwhirl that will obey it.
• Sword: At nightfall, these Pokémon appear on the shores of lakes. They announce their territorial claims by letting out cries that sound like shouting.
• Shield: The cry of a male is louder than that of a female. Male Politoed with deep, menacing voices find more popularity with the opposite gender.

186 National

75 Original-Johto

75 Updated-Johto

36 Kalos-Mountain

152 Original-Alola

79 Original-Akala

71 Original-Ulaula

185 Updated-Alola

86 Updated-Akala

77 Updated-Ulaula

145 Isle-Of-Armor

42 Kitakami