Poliwag • Generation IV Pokédex
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Poliwag
Poliwag's Type
Poliwag's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 60
- Galar #
- --
- Armor #
- 142
- Crown #
- --
Poliwag's Base Stats
- HP:
- 40
- Attack:
- 50
- Defense:
- 40
- Sp. Atk:
- 40
- Sp. Def:
- 40
- Speed:
- 90
- Total:
- 300
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 2'0" (0.6m)
- Weight:
- 27.3 lbs. (12.4 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Water 1
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,059,680
- EV Yield:
- 1 Speed
- Base EXP:
- 60
- Catch Rate:
- 255
- Base Happiness:
- 70
Poliwag's Abilities
Here are what abilities Poliwag can possibly have, along with their effects.
- Water Absorb
- Water-type moves targeting Poliwag do no damage, lose their effect, and heal Poliwag by 25% of its max HP instead.
- Damp
- Prevents all effects of Self-Destruct, Explosion, and Aftermath while Poliwag is on the field.
- Swift Swim
- Doubles Poliwag's Speed while the weather is rainy.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Poliwag's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 2×
- ½
Poliwag's Moves
Below is a list of all of the moves that Poliwag can learn, along with what level it learns the move, the TM or TR number, and what egg moves it can learn, if any. Hover over a move (desktop/laptop) or click the ? button next to the move (mobile/tablet) to find out more about the move.
Poliwag's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Poliwag's calculated stats, which are the stats that you actually see displayed in game. These are affected by a variety of things, such as level, Effort Values (EVs), Individual Values (IVs), and Poliwag's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Poliwag is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Poliwag is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
| Stats at level 100 |
0 EVs | 252+ EVs | Base Stat | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | Max | Min | Max | ||
| HP | 190 | 221 | 253 | 284 | 40 |
| Attack | 105 | 136 | 168 | 199 | 50 |
| Defense | 85 | 116 | 148 | 179 | 40 |
| Sp. Atk | 85 | 116 | 148 | 179 | 40 |
| Sp. Def | 85 | 116 | 148 | 179 | 40 |
| Speed | 185 | 216 | 248 | 279 | 90 |
| Total | 300 | ||||
Where to Find Poliwag
If you're looking for where to find Poliwag, you'll find the various methods listed down below, along with any notes or special locations. This should help you figure out how to get Poliwag in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Poliwag in the Wild
Brawlers' Cave
| Overworld Encounters | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Norm. |
 Over. |
 Rain |
 Strm. |
 Sun |
 Snow |
 Bliz. |
 Sand. |
 Fog |
| 16% | 16% | 16% | 16% | 16% | 16% | -- | -- | -- |
|
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Lv. |
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Lv. |
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Lv. |
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| Surfing (w/ Rotom Bike) | ||||||||
| Any Weather | ||||||||
| 50% |
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Pokédex Entries for Poliwag
Generation 4 Pokédex Entries
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
Its skin is so thin, its internal organs are visible. It has trouble walking on its newly grown feet.
HeartGold
Because it is inept at walking on its newly grown legs, it always swims around in water.
SoulSilver
The direction of its belly spiral differs by area. The equator is thought to have an effect on this.
Generation 3 Pokédex Entries
Ruby
Sapphire
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.
Emerald
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.
FireRed
Its slick black skin is thin and damp. A part of its internal organs can be seen through the skin as a spiral pattern.
LeafGreen
Its newly grown legs prevent it from walking well. It appears to prefer swimming over walking.
Generation 2 Pokédex Entries
Gold
Because it is inept at walking on its newly grown legs, it always swims around in water.
Silver
The direction of its belly spiral differs by area. The equator is thought to have an effect on this.
Crystal
The swirl on its belly is its insides showing through the skin. It looks clearer after it eats.
Generation 1 Pokédex Entries
Red
Blue
Its newly grown legs prevent it from running. It appears to prefer swimming than trying to stand.
Yellow
The direction of the spiral on the belly differs by area. It is more adept at swimming than walking.