Politoed
Politoed is a Water type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2.
Pokédex data
National № | 0186 |
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Type | Water |
Species | Frog Pokémon |
Height | 1.1 m (3′07″) |
Weight | 33.9 kg (74.7 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Water Absorb 2. Damp Drizzle (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0075 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0075 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0036 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0152 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0185 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0145 (The Isle of Armor) 0042 (The Teal Mask) |
Training
EV yield | 3 Sp. Def |
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Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
Base Exp. | 225 |
Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Water 1 |
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Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 90 | 290 | 384 | |
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Attack | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
Defense | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
Sp. Atk | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
Sp. Def | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
Speed | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
Total | 500 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Politoed changes
- In Generations 2-4, Politoed has a base experience yield of 185.
- In Generations 2-7, Politoed has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Gold | If POLIWAG and POLIWHIRL hear its echoing cry, they respond by gathering from far and wide. |
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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 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. |
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. |
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. |
Diamond Pearl 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 White Black 2 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 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. |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
A group of Poliwag and Poliwhirl will form with a Politoed as the leader. Politoed’s cries make the Pokémon of the group obey. |
Moves learned by Politoed
Moves learnt by level up
Politoed learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
1 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
1 | Pound | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
1 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — |
Moves learnt on evolution
Politoed learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Moves learnt by reminder
Politoed learns the following extra moves when using the Remember Moves
feature in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
Hypnosis | Psychic | — | 60 | |
Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
Perish Song | Normal | — | — | |
Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 |
Egg moves
Politoed does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Politoed is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Moves learnt by level up
Politoed learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | |
1 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
1 | Bounce | Flying | 85 | 85 | |
1 | Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
1 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
1 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
1 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
1 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
1 | Hypnosis | Psychic | — | 60 | |
1 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
1 | Perish Song | Normal | — | — | |
1 | Pound | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
1 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
1 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
1 | Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Politoed learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Politoed learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Politoed gen 8 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Politoed is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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01 | Focus Punch | Fighting | 150 | 100 | |
03 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
07 | Hail | Ice | — | — | |
13 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
14 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
26 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
28 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
29 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
31 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
46 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
49 | Scald | Water | 80 | 100 | |
52 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
56 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
58 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
66 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
68 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
83 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
95 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
96 | Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
98 | Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
99 | Waterfall | Water | 80 | 100 |
Politoed sprites
Type | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Normal | ||||||||
Shiny | — | — |
Where to find Politoed
Gold Silver Crystal |
Evolve Poliwag/Poliwhirl |
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Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
FireRed LeafGreen |
Evolve Poliwag/Poliwhirl |
Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver |
Evolve Poliwag/Poliwhirl |
Black White |
Route 6 |
Black 2 White 2 |
Route 6, 19, 20, Lostlorn Forest, Victory Road, Floccesy Ranch |
X Y |
Route 19 |
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Malie Garden |
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Evolve Poliwag/Poliwhirl |
Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
Scarlet Violet |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Politoed questions
- What is a good moveset for Politoed?
- If you're in a double battle, and there's an Abomasnow, Ninetales,Politoad, and Tyranitar , which would go first?
- How do you catch Politoad in Pokemon White?
- Why is Pelipper used over Politoed?
- How to get politoed??how to evolve it?trade to oldman day care with king's rock??help me plss..
- How powerful is Politoed's Surf in Rain with Life Orb?
- Does anyone know where I can get a drizzle Politoed?
- What is a good way to counter Politoed's Perish Song?
- Castform vs Drizzle Politoed?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
English | Politoed |
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Japanese | ニョロトノ (Nyorotono) |
German | Quaxo |
French | Tarpaud |
Italian | Politoed |
Spanish | Politoed |
Korean | 왕구리 (wangguri) |
Chinese (Simplified) | 蚊香蛙皇 |
Chinese (Traditional) | 蚊香蛙皇 |
English |
Frog Pokémon |
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Japanese | かえるポケモン |
German | Frosch-Pokémon |
French | Pokémon Grenouille |
Italian | Pokémon Rana |
Spanish | Pokémon Rana |
Korean | 개구리포켓몬 |
Chinese (Simplified) | 蛙宝可梦 |
Chinese (Traditional) | 蛙寶可夢 |
Name origin
- poliwog
- tadpole
- toe
- appendage on the foot
- toad
- a species of amphibian