| Type | Water |
|---|---|
| Category | Special |
| Power | 35 |
| Accuracy | 85 |
| PP | 15 (max. 24) |
| Introduced | Generation II |
Whirlpool inflicts damage on the first turn, then traps the opponent in the vortex
, which causes damage (1/16 max HP) after each turn, for 2-5 turns. If the user holds a Grip Claw then it is always 5 turns.
If the opponent is hidden underwater from using Dive, Whirlpool will hit with double power.
Prior to Black/White, its base power was 15 and accuracy 70%.
Whirlpool allows you to cross swirling maelstroms in your path.
HM06 in Generation 2
HM05 in HeartGold, SoulSilver
| Gold/Silver Crystal |
Traps the foe for 2-5 turns. |
|---|---|
| Ruby/Sapphire Emerald |
Traps and hurts the foe in a whirlpool for 2 to 5 turns. |
| FireRed/LeafGreen | The foe is trapped in a fast, vicious whirlpool for two to five turns. |
| Diamond/Pearl Platinum |
The user traps the foe inside a fast, vicious whirlpool that lasts for two to five turns. |
| HeartGold/SoulSilver | Traps the foe inside a whirlpool that lasts for two to five turns. The user can pass through whirlpools. |
| Black/White | Traps foes in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns. |
These pokemon learn Whirlpool at the level specified. The level numbers given are for Pokemon Black & White and may vary in other games; check the pokemon's dex page for details.
These pokemon can learn Whirlpool as an egg move. Their breeding groups are also shown for reference.