Poliwag.
BST 300 · water
Poliwag is weak to Electric, Grass and resists Fire, Water, Ice, Steel.
Poliwag base stats
BST 300 · ranges at level 100Poliwag weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typePoliwag abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenPoliwag evolution line
4 stagesPoliwag evolves into Poliwhirl: level it up to 25 or higher. How to evolve Poliwag, every game
Best Poliwag moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerPoliwag moves
gen 9 · 73 moves · 13 level-up · 40 TM/HM · 10 egg · 10 tutorPoliwag Pokédex entries
8 generations · newest firstFor Poliwag, swimming is easier than walking. The swirl pattern on its belly is actually part of the Pokémon’s innards showing through the skin.
In rivers with fast-flowing water, this Pokémon will cling to a rock by using its thick lips, which act like a suction cup.
The swirl on its belly is its internal organs showing through. If the swirl is tinged white, that means it’s affected by some disease.
It’s still not very good at walking. Its Trainers should train this Pokémon to walk every day.
Despite the danger, it wants to come up on land. So it does its best to waddle along, but when an enemy finds it, it rushes back to the water.
The direction of the swirl on their stomachs differs depending on where they live. Poliwag aficionados can tell them apart at a glance.
The direction of the spiral on the belly differs by area. It is more adept at swimming than walking.
Its slick black skin is thin and damp. A part of its internal organs can be seen through the skin as a spiral pattern.
The direction of the spiral on the belly differs by area. It is more adept at swimming than walking.
Poliwag has a very thin skin. It is possible to see the Pokémon’s spiral innards right through the skin. Despite its thinness, however, the skin is also very flexible. Even sharp fangs bounce right off it.
Its skin is so thin, its internal organs are visible. It has trouble walking on its newly grown feet.
Its skin is so thin, its internal organs are visible. It has trouble walking on its newly grown feet.
Because it is inept at walking on its newly grown legs, it always swims around in water.
The direction of its belly spiral differs by area. The equator is thought to have an effect on this.
POLIWAG has a very thin skin. It is possible to see the POKéMON’s spiral innards right through the skin. Despite its thinness, however, the skin is also very flexible. Even sharp fangs bounce right off it.
It is possible to see this POKéMON’s spiral innards right through its thin skin. However, the skin is also very flexible. Even sharp fangs bounce right off it.
Its slick black skin is thin and damp. A part of its internal organs can be seen through the skin as a spiral pattern.
Its newly grown legs prevent it from walking well. It appears to prefer swimming over walking.
Because it is in ept at walking on its newly grown legs, it always swims around in water.
The direction of its belly spiral differs by area. The equator is thought to have an effect on this.
The swirl on its belly is its insides showing through the skin. It looks clearer after it eats.
Its newly grown legs prevent it from running. It appears to prefer swimming than trying to stand.
The direction of the spiral on the belly differs by area. It is more adept at swimming than walking.
Poliwag species data
gen I species · breeding and trainingAbout Poliwag
Poliwag is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1 (Kanto). For Poliwag, swimming is easier than walking. The swirl pattern on its belly is actually part of the Pokémon’s innards showing through the skin. Poliwag stands 0.6 m (1'12") tall and weighs 12.4 kg (27.3 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Poliwag base stats
Poliwag has a base stat total of 300, which is low, indicating a pre-evolution or utility-focused Pokémon. Its highest stat is Speed at 90 (good), while its lowest is HP at 40 (below average). Poliwag is moderately fast with a base Speed of 90.
Poliwag weaknesses and resistances
As a Water-type, Poliwag is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves, resists Fire, Water, Ice, Steel-type attacks. This gives Poliwag 2 weaknesses, 4 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Poliwag abilities
Poliwag's abilities include Damp, Water Absorb, Swift Swim. Damp prevents self destruct, explosion, and aftermath from working while the Pokémon is in battle.. Water Absorb absorbs water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP. Its Hidden Ability is Swift Swim, which doubles Speed during rain.
Poliwag moves and learnset
Poliwag can learn 73 moves in Generation 9, including 13 by leveling up, 40 via TM/HM, 10 through breeding, and 10 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Hydro Pump (Water, 110 power), Muddy Water (Water, 90 power), Surf (Water, 90 power), Liquidation (Water, 85 power). For coverage, Poliwag can learn Focus Punch (Fighting), Double Edge (Normal), Blizzard (Ice).
Training Poliwag
Poliwag has a capture rate of 255 (100.0%), making it relatively easy to catch. Defeating Poliwag yields 1 Speed EV. It has a medium slow growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Poliwag belongs to the Water1 egg group. Poliwag is part of a 4-stage evolution line (Poliwag → Poliwhirl → Poliwrath → Politoed).
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Poliwag. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Poliwag, or use the team builder to see how Poliwag fits into your squad.
