Pokemon Team Building Type Basics
A strong Pokémon team needs type diversity to cover weaknesses and at least one move matching your Pokémon's type for a 50% damage boost (STAB).
The Golden Rules of Type Basics
Know type interactions to build a balanced team.
1. Core Trio (Fire, Water, Grass)
This classic trio covers each other:
- Fire beats Grass
- Grass beats Water
- Water beats Fire
2. Defensive Core (Steel, Fairy, Dragon)
Adding these types helps block many threats:
- Steel resists Fairy
- Fairy resists Dragon
- Dragon resists almost everything else
3. Attack Coverage
Include moves that hit many types super-effectively, prioritizing:
- Ground / Fighting: Effective vs. Steel, Rock, Dark
- Electric / Flying: Strong against Water and Flying
Team Building Checklist
A balanced 6-Pokémon team typically includes:
- 1-2 Sweepers: Fast attackers to finish foes
- 1-2 Tanks/Walls: Defensive Pokémon that absorb damage and heal
- 1-2 Utility/Support: Set up hazards or boost stats