Dive into the Depths: 15 Amazing Fish Pokémon You Need to Know!
Many new Pokémon trainers focus solely on creature types. However, Pokémon can be categorized in other fascinating ways, such as by their real-world animal counterparts. Previously, we explored dog-like Pokémon; now, we delve into the captivating world of 15 exceptional fish Pokémon.
Table of Contents
- Gyarados
- Milotic
- Sharpedo
- Kingdra
- Barraskewda
- Lanturn
- Wishiwashi
- Basculin (White-Stripe)
- Finizen/Palafin
- Seaking
- Relicanth
- Qwilfish (Hisuian)
- Lumineon
- Goldeen
- Alomomola
Gyarados
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Gyarados, a legendary Pokémon, is renowned for its powerful design and formidable strength. Its evolution from the humble Magikarp resonates with players worldwide. Inspired by a Chinese carp legend, its transformation symbolizes perseverance and overcoming adversity. Its versatile moveset makes it a battlefield powerhouse. Mega Gyarados, with its Water/Dark typing, further enhances its strength, but its vulnerability to Electric and Rock-type attacks remains a key consideration.
Milotic
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Milotic embodies elegance and power, a graceful Pokémon associated with peace and harmony. Its design draws inspiration from mythical sea serpents, reflecting its serene yet potent nature. Its evolution from the elusive Feebas makes it a prized possession. While beautiful, it’s vulnerable to Grass and Electric attacks, and paralysis can significantly hamper its speed.
Sharpedo
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Sharpedo, the ocean's fastest predator, is known for its aggressive nature, incredible speed, and powerful bite. This torpedo-shaped Water-type Pokémon is a formidable attacker, perfect for trainers who prefer an aggressive battle style. Its low defense, however, makes it vulnerable to swift attacks and status conditions like paralysis and burns.
Kingdra
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Kingdra, a Water/Dragon-type Pokémon, is celebrated for its balanced stats and powerful typing combination. Its design, inspired by sea dragons and seahorses, reflects its regal status. Its balanced stats allow for diverse attack strategies, and it thrives in rainy conditions. Its evolution requires a trade while holding a Dragon Scale, adding to its rarity. Its only weaknesses are Dragon and Fairy-type moves.
Barraskewda
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Barraskewda, an eighth-generation Water-type Pokémon, is renowned for its blistering speed and aggressive fighting style. Resembling a barracuda, its name perfectly captures its piercing attacks. Its high speed is countered by its low defense, making it vulnerable to Electric and Grass-type moves.
Lanturn
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Unlike many other fish Pokémon, Lanturn's Water/Electric typing makes it resistant to Electric attacks. Inspired by anglerfish, its bioluminescent lure is as intriguing as its combat versatility. Despite its unique typing, it's highly vulnerable to Grass-type moves and its low speed can be a significant disadvantage.
Wishiwashi
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Wishiwashi's unique ability to transform between a small, solitary form and a massive school form showcases the power of unity. Inspired by schooling fish, its transformation mechanics add a strategic layer to battles. Both forms are weak against Grass and Electric types, and its low speed is a consistent weakness.
Basculin (White-Stripe)
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The White-Stripe Basculin, introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, is known for its calm yet intimidating demeanor. Its design is reminiscent of piranhas or bass, and its name reflects its strength. Its vulnerability to Electric and Grass-type moves makes strategic planning crucial.
Finizen/Palafin
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Finizen and its evolution, Palafin, are ninth-generation Water-type Pokémon known for their playful nature and Palafin's heroic transformation. Their design is dolphin-like, and Palafin's transformation adds a unique element to battles. However, before its transformation, Finizen is weak, and Palafin remains vulnerable to Grass and Electric types.
Seaking
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Seaking, a second-generation Water-type Pokémon, embodies aquatic elegance and power. Inspired by Japanese koi carp, it symbolizes perseverance and good fortune. Its weaknesses to Grass and Electric types, and its relatively low attack speed, require strategic considerations.
Relicanth
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Relicanth, a Water/Rock-type Pokémon, is inspired by the coelacanth, a prehistoric fish. Its high defense and health pool make it an excellent tank, but its low speed is a significant drawback, and it's weak against Grass and Fighting types.
Qwilfish (Hisuian)
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The Hisuian Qwilfish, a Dark/Poison type, is a formidable opponent with its longer, sharper spines and darker coloration. Its poison-based attacks are potent, but it's vulnerable to Psychic and Ground types, and its low defense makes it susceptible to damage.
Lumineon
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Lumineon, a fourth-generation Water-type Pokémon, is known for its elegant design and glowing patterns. Its name perfectly captures its luminous nature. However, its relatively low attack power and vulnerability to Grass and Electric types require strategic play.
Goldeen
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Goldeen, a first-generation Water-type Pokémon, is often called the "queen of the waters." Inspired by koi carp, it's known for its beauty and adaptability. Its average stats and vulnerabilities to Electric and Grass types require careful team building.
Alomomola
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Alomomola, the "Guardian of the Ocean Depths," is a fifth-generation Water-type Pokémon known for its healing abilities. Its design is reminiscent of a sunfish, and its supportive role makes it a valuable asset in team battles. However, its low attack speed and vulnerability to Electric and Grass types limit its offensive capabilities.
These diverse fish Pokémon offer a range of strengths and weaknesses, allowing trainers to build teams tailored to their preferred playstyle. Adding these aquatic heroes to your roster will unlock the full potential of the underwater world!
