Politoed
Politoed is a Water type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2. It is known as the Frog Pokémon
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Pokédex data
National № | 186 |
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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 № | 075 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 075 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 036 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 152 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 185 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) |
Training
EV yield | 3 Special Defense |
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Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 70 (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.
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. |
Moves learned by Politoed
Moves learnt by level up
Politoed learns the following moves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
1 | Double Slap | Normal | 15 | 85 | |
1 | Hypnosis | Psychic | — | 60 | |
1 | Perish Song | Normal | — | — | |
27 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
37 | Bounce | Flying | 85 | 85 | |
48 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 |
Egg moves
Politoed learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Politoed egg moves page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
Endure | Normal | — | — | |
Haze | Ice | — | — | |
Ice Ball | Ice | 30 | 90 | |
Mind Reader | Normal | — | — | |
Mist | Ice | — | — | |
Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
Refresh | Normal | — | — | |
Splash | Normal | — | — | |
Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
Water Sport | Water | — | — |
Move Tutor moves
Politoed can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Bounce | Flying | 85 | 85 | |
Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
Focus Punch | Fighting | 150 | 100 | |
Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
Ice Punch | Ice | 75 | 100 | |
Icy Wind | Ice | 55 | 95 | |
Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 |
Pre-evolution moves
These moves can only be learned in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon by a previous evolution of Politoed. Check the respective Pokédex for the exact details.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
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Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | Level up | |
Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | Level up | |
Bubble | Water | 40 | 100 | Level up | |
Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | Level up | |
Mud Bomb | Ground | 65 | 85 | Level up | |
Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | Level up | |
Rain Dance | Water | — | — | Level up | |
Wake-Up Slap | Fighting | 70 | 100 | Level up | |
Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 | Level up | |
Water Sport | Water | — | — | Level up |
Moves learnt by TM
Politoed is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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06 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
07 | Hail | Ice | — | — | |
10 | Hidden Power | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
13 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
14 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
21 | Frustration | Normal | — | 100 | |
26 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
27 | Return | Normal | — | 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 | |
48 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
49 | Echoed Voice | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
52 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
55 | Scald | Water | 80 | 100 | |
56 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
66 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
68 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
78 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
88 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
94 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
98 | Waterfall | Water | 80 | 100 | |
100 | Confide | Normal | — | — |
Transfer-only moves
Politoed can only learn these moves in previous generations. It must be taught the moves in the appropriate game and then transferred to Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Note: Generation 1 and 2 refer to the 3DS Virtual Console titles, not the physical cartridges.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
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Curse | Ghost | — | — | Generation 2 — TM | |
Detect | Fighting | — | — | Generation 2 — TM | |
Counter | Fighting | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Defense Curl | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Dynamic Punch | Fighting | 100 | 50 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Mega Kick | Normal | 120 | 75 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Metronome | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Mimic | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Seismic Toss | Fighting | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Captivate | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
Natural Gift | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
Whirlpool | Water | 35 | 85 | Generation 4 — HM | |
Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Secret Power | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Dive | Water | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — HM | |
Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — HM |
Moves learnt by level up
Politoed learns the following moves in Pokémon Sun & Moon at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
1 | Double Slap | Normal | 15 | 85 | |
1 | Hypnosis | Psychic | — | 60 | |
1 | Perish Song | Normal | — | — | |
27 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
37 | Bounce | Flying | 85 | 85 | |
48 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 |
Egg moves
Politoed learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sun & Moon. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Politoed egg moves page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bubble Beam | Water | 65 | 100 | |
Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
Endure | Normal | — | — | |
Haze | Ice | — | — | |
Ice Ball | Ice | 30 | 90 | |
Mind Reader | Normal | — | — | |
Mist | Ice | — | — | |
Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
Refresh | Normal | — | — | |
Splash | Normal | — | — | |
Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
Water Sport | Water | — | — |
Pre-evolution moves
These moves can only be learned in Pokémon Sun & Moon by a previous evolution of Politoed. Check the respective Pokédex for the exact details.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Belly Drum | Normal | — | — | Level up | |
Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | Level up | |
Bubble | Water | 40 | 100 | Level up | |
Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | Level up | |
Mud Bomb | Ground | 65 | 85 | Level up | |
Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | Level up | |
Rain Dance | Water | — | — | Level up | |
Wake-Up Slap | Fighting | 70 | 100 | Level up | |
Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 | Level up | |
Water Sport | Water | — | — | Level up |
Moves learnt by TM
Politoed is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sun & Moon:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
06 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
07 | Hail | Ice | — | — | |
10 | Hidden Power | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
13 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
14 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
21 | Frustration | Normal | — | 100 | |
26 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
27 | Return | Normal | — | 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 | |
48 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
49 | Echoed Voice | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
52 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 | |
55 | Scald | Water | 80 | 100 | |
56 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
66 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
68 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
78 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
88 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
94 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
98 | Waterfall | Water | 80 | 100 | |
100 | Confide | Normal | — | — |
Transfer-only moves
Politoed can only learn these moves in previous generations. It must be taught the moves in the appropriate game and then transferred to Pokémon Sun & Moon.
Note: Generation 1 and 2 refer to the 3DS Virtual Console titles, not the physical cartridges.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Curse | Ghost | — | — | Generation 2 — TM | |
Detect | Fighting | — | — | Generation 2 — TM | |
Counter | Fighting | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Defense Curl | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Dynamic Punch | Fighting | 100 | 50 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Mega Kick | Normal | 120 | 75 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Metronome | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Mimic | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Seismic Toss | Fighting | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
Captivate | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
Natural Gift | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
Whirlpool | Water | 35 | 85 | Generation 4 — HM | |
Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Secret Power | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
Dive | Water | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — HM | |
Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — HM |
Politoed sprites
Type | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 |
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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 |
Evolve Poliwag/Poliwhirl |
Sword Shield |
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?
- Castform vs Drizzle Politoed?
- Does anyone know where I can get a drizzle Politoed?
- How to get politoed??how to evolve it?trade to oldman day care with king's rock??help me plss..
- What is a good way to counter Politoed's Perish Song?
- How powerful is Politoed's Surf in Rain with Life Orb?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
English | Politoed |
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Japanese | ニョロトノ (Nyorotono) |
German | Quaxo |
French | Tarpaud |
Name origin
- poliwog
- tadpole
- toad
- a species of amphibian