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🛡️ Status Effects

Tactical Use: Weaken Boss HP, immobilize fast-moving enemies.

Burn

Continuous HP loss

Image	Level 100 Name	Power	Interval	Range	Shape	Passive Skill / Description	Special Ability Summary
	CHARIZARD	485	0.74s	165	Circle	The attacks burn the target for 10 seconds, causing them to lose 0.5% of their life per second.	Causes burn damage (continuous HP loss)
	INFERNAPE	360	0.5s	120	Circle	The attacks burn the target for 10 seconds, causing them to lose 0.5% of their life per second.	Causes burn damage (continuous HP loss)
	TORKOAL	607	3s	160	Circle	Attacks have a 50% chance to burn the target for 10 seconds, causing it to lose 0.5% HP per second.	50% chance to cause burn

Poison

Percentage HP loss

Image	Level 100 Name	Power	Interval	Range	Shape	Passive Skill / Description	Special Ability Summary
	WEEZING	860	1.82s	140	Circle	Shoots projectiles at up to 2 enemies at once and applies 1 stack of poison. The target loses 0.1% health per second per stack.	Attacks 2 enemies + applies poison
	ARBOK	670	1.5s	120	Circle	The attacks apply 1 charge of poison. The target loses 0.1% of life per second for each charge.	Applies poison (HP loss per stack)
	ARIADOS	283	0.75s	110	Circle	The attacks apply 1 charge of poison. The target loses 0.1% of life per second for each charge.	Applies poison (HP loss per stack)
	SWALOT	120	1.2s	140	Circle	The attacks apply 1 charge of poison. The target loses 0.1% of life per second for each charge.	Applies poison (HP loss per stack)

Paralyze

Immobilize

Image	Level 100 Name	Power	Interval	Range	Shape	Passive Skill / Description	Special Ability Summary
	CRYOGONAL	1208	1.9s	348	X Shape	The attacks have a 30% chance of paralyzing the target for 2 seconds.	30% chance to paralyze (high damage + control)
	DEWGONG	810	1.15s	400	Cross	The attacks have a 30% chance of paralyzing the target for 2 seconds.	30% chance to paralyze
	LAPRAS	670	5.72s	200	Circle	The attacks have a 30% chance of paralyzing the target for 1.5 seconds.	30% chance to paralyze
	AMPHAROS	395	3.4s	185	Circle	The attacks have a 30% chance of paralyzing the target for 1.5 seconds.	30% chance to paralyze
	ELECTRODE	140	0.35s	115	Circle	The attacks have a 5% chance of paralyzing the target for 1.5 seconds.	5% chance to paralyze (ultra-fast attack speed)

Slow

Movement speed reduction

Image	Level 100 Name	Power	Interval	Range	Shape	Passive Skill / Description	Special Ability Summary
	TANGROWTH	1010	1.55s	150	Circle	The attacks slow the target for 2 seconds.	Attacks cause slow (high base damage)
	WHISCASH	553	2.4s	280	Circle	Projectiles explode in an area, dealing half damage to nearby enemies and slowing them for 2 seconds.	Area explosion + slow
	FERROTHORN	312	2.17s	130	Circle	The attacks slow the target for 2 seconds.	Attacks cause slow
	SHUCKLE	150	2s	140	Circle	The attacks slow the target for 2 seconds.	Attacks cause slow

Curse/Nightmare

Special DoT

Image	Level 100 Name	Power	Interval	Range	Shape	Passive Skill / Description	Special Ability Summary
	GENGAR	700	1.4s	130	Circle	Attacks apply 1 nightmare stack. Each stack deals damage equal to 20% of this Pokémon's power per second.	Nightmare stacking damage (for tanky enemies)
	COFAGRIGUS	440	1.9s	250	Cross	Curse an enemy and deal damage to all cursed enemies.	Curses enemies and deals chain damage
	SABLEYE	165	0.75s	130	Circle	Curse an enemy and deal damage to all cursed enemies.	Curses enemies and deals chain damage
	GIRAFARIG	103	2s	135	Circle	Shoots projectiles at up to 2 enemies at once and curses them. Deals damage to all cursed enemies.	Attacks 2 enemies + curse chain damage

📖 How to Use Pokémon Categories

The Pokémon Categories tool helps you build balanced teams by organizing Pokémon by their tactical roles and abilities. Use this guide to understand different playstyles and find the right Pokémon for your strategy.

1

Select Main Category

Choose from main categories like Damage, Support, Status Effects, or Special Roles to focus on specific tactical aspects.

2

Explore Sub-Categories

Within each main category, browse sub-categories for more specific roles like AOE damage, burst damage, or healing.

3

Review Pokémon Details

Examine each Pokémon's stats, abilities, and strategic notes to understand their strengths and optimal usage.

4

Build Balanced Teams

Use the category insights to create teams with proper coverage across damage types, support roles, and strategic options.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main Pokémon categories?

Main categories include Damage (DPS-focused), Support (healing/buffing), Status Effects (debuffs), and Special Roles (unique abilities). Each serves different strategic purposes in team composition.

How do sub-categories differ from main categories?

Sub-categories provide more specific classifications within main categories. For example, Damage category includes AOE (area damage), Burst (high single-target), and Sustained (consistent damage) sub-categories.

Can one Pokémon belong to multiple categories?

Yes, many Pokémon have versatile abilities that fit multiple roles. A Pokémon might provide damage while also offering support effects, making them valuable for flexible team building.

How do I choose the right categories for my playstyle?

Consider your preferred strategy: Aggressive players need high DPS categories, Defensive players benefit from Support and Status Effects, while Balanced players should mix various roles.

What makes a good team composition?

Good teams balance damage output with support capabilities. Include a mix of high DPS Pokémon, status effect appliers, and support units that can heal or buff your team.

How often are categories updated?

Categories are regularly updated with new game patches, ability discoveries, and community feedback. New Pokémon and ability changes may shift category assignments.