Pokédex

Poliwag Stats, Weaknesses & Evolution

Poliwag (#0060) is a Water-type Tadpole Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. It stands 0.6 m tall, weighs 12.4 kg and has a base stat total of 300, with its highest base stat in Speed (90). Its abilities are Water Absorb and Damp, with Swift Swim as its Hidden Ability. Poliwag is weak to Electric and Grass attacks.

In rivers with fast-flowing water, this Pokémon will cling to a rock by using its thick lips, which act like a suction cup.

Poliwag base stats

• HP: 40
• Attack: 50
• Defense: 40
• Sp. Atk: 40
• Sp. Def: 40
• Speed: 90
• Total: 300

Abilities

• Water Absorb
• Damp
• Swift Swim (Hidden)

Poliwag type weaknesses & resistances

Weak to

• Electric (2x)
• Grass (2x)

Resists

• Fire (0.5x)
• Water (0.5x)
• Ice (0.5x)
• Steel (0.5x)

Poliwag evolution chain

• Poliwag
• Poliwhirl — Level 25
• Poliwrath — Use Water Stone
• Politoed — Trade, Hold Kings Rock

Poliwag level-up moveset

• Lv. 1: Hypnosis
• Lv. 1: Water Gun
• Lv. 6: Pound
• Lv. 12: Mud Shot
• Lv. 18: Bubble Beam
• Lv. 24: Rain Dance
• Lv. 30: Body Slam
• Lv. 36: Earth Power
• Lv. 42: Hydro Pump
• Lv. 48: Belly Drum
• Lv. 54: Double Edge