I ranked every Pokémon Type Competitively
TLDRThe video script discusses the ranking of Pokémon types in the latest games, Scarlet and Violet, highlighting changes since the previous edition. It emphasizes the weaknesses and strengths of various types, such as Bug's poor performance and Steel's dominance due to its resistances and the new game mechanics. The video also features a sponsored segment for Guardian Tales, a free adventure RPG for the Nintendo Switch.
Takeaways
- 📉 The Bug type remains the least effective in the game, only being super effective against three types and having the most resistances against it.
- 🌟 The Normal type has been reevaluated and is considered underwhelming due to having no resistances and only one weakness and immunity.
- ❄️ Ice type has improved in Generation 9 but still ranks low due to its defensive weaknesses and only benefiting from new weather effects like snow.
- 🌿 Grass type is a solid middle-of-the-pack type with good resistances and the ability to hit valuable types for super effective damage.
- 🔥 Fire type has become the best it has ever been due to its balanced stats and positive matchups against Steel and Fairy types.
- 💧 Water type, while still strong, has been pushed out of the top spot due to nerfs in the new games, Scarlet and Violet.
- 🔌 Electric type benefits from having only one weakness and being able to hit Water types for super effective damage.
- 👻 Ghost type has a strong defensive and offensive presence with two immunities, limited weaknesses, and the ability to hit neutral damage against most types.
- 🌍 Ground type is one of the best offensive types with a good balance of resistances and weaknesses, and the ability to hit hard-to-hit types effectively.
- 💖 Fairy type, while having an incredible spread, is ranked lower due to the rise of Steel and Fire types that resist it.
- 🔩 Steel type defines the game in Scarlet and Violet with the most resistances and an immunity, making it the best Terra type and the top-ranked type overall.
Q & A
What is the main reason for the video creator's decision to redo the ranking of Pokémon types?
-The main reason for redoing the ranking is that enough changes have occurred since the last video, either due to the creator's improved understanding, changes in the game mechanics, or the introduction of new Pokémon in the Scarlet and Violet versions.
Which type did the video creator consider the worst in both Sword and Shield and in Scarlet and Violet?
-The Bug type was considered the worst in both Sword and Shield and in Scarlet and Violet.
What are the unique defensive and offensive characteristics of the Bug type in Pokémon?
-The Bug type can only hit three types for super effective damage (Steel, Psychic, Grass, and Dark), and it is resisted by seven types, the most of any type in the game. Defensively, Bug has three weaknesses and three resistances, and it is one of only three types that resist Ground.
What is the main sponsor of the video and what is its connection to the Pokémon genre?
-The main sponsor of the video is Guardian Tales, a free adventure RPG for the Nintendo Switch. The game shares similarities with the Pokémon genre as it involves capturing and battling creatures, and it features pixel art reminiscent of classic JRPGs.
How does the Normal type compare to other types in terms of resistances and weaknesses?
-The Normal type is unique in that it has no resistances, only one weakness, one immunity, and two types that resist it, as well as one type that is immune to it. This makes it an underwhelming type in terms of defensive and offensive capabilities.
What is the significance of the Sandstorm weather effect in relation to Rock type Pokémon?
-The Sandstorm weather effect damages all Pokémon at the end of each turn, except for Rock, Ground, or Steel type Pokémon. Additionally, it gives Rock type Pokémon a 50% boost to their special defense stat, making it a significant advantage for Rock types.
Why did the video creator rank Psychic type lower than in the previous video?
-The creator realized that Psychic type is essentially a glorified Normal type, as it barely hits any Pokémon for super effective damage and only has two resistances. Many Psychic type Pokémon are good due to their stats, move pools, or dual types, rather than the Psychic type itself.
How does the new mechanic of terrestrialization in Scarlet and Violet affect the rankings of Pokémon types?
-Terrestialization allows Pokémon to change their defensive types while keeping their offensive matchups. This means that types that struggle against Steel, the best Terra type, will be ranked lower, while those that fare well against Steel will be ranked higher.
What change in Generation 9 benefits Ice type Pokémon?
-In Generation 9, Ice types received a buff with the introduction of Snow, which replaces Hail. Snow makes all Ice type Pokémon 50% physically bulkier, improving their overall performance in battles.
What is the main reason that Grass type is ranked higher than some other types in the video?
-Grass type is ranked higher because, despite having four resistances and five weaknesses, it resists common types like Water, Ground, Electric, and Grass, and is immune to powder moves, which are frequently used in competitive Pokémon battles.
How does the video creator justify the placement of Fighting type at number 10?
-Fighting type is placed at number 10 because it has resistances to Bug, Dark, and Rock, and weaknesses to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Its offensive capabilities are also notable, as it can hit 5 types for super effective damage, including the hard-to-hit Normal, Dark, and Steel types.
Outlines
🔄 Pokemon Type Rankings: Evolution and Changes
The paragraph discusses the evolution of Pokemon type rankings over time, highlighting the changes in the effectiveness of certain types, particularly Bug and Normal types. The speaker notes that while their understanding of the game has evolved, so too have the types themselves. The Bug type, once considered weak, remains at the bottom of the list due to its limited offensive capabilities and numerous resistances against it. On the other hand, the Normal type, despite having no resistances, still holds some value in competitive play due to its unique attributes and the stats of Normal-type Pokemon. The introduction of a sponsor, Guardian Tales for the Nintendo Switch, is also mentioned, emphasizing its pixel art style and homage to classic JRPGs, with a unique gameplay experience that includes various themes and a main story filled with dungeons, puzzles, and treasures.
🎯 Type Matchups and the Impact of New Mechanics
This paragraph delves into the specifics of type matchups in the new Pokemon games, Scarlet and Violet, and how the introduction of new mechanics like rasterization affects the overall rankings. The speaker explains how certain types, like Poison and Rock, fare in the new games, taking into account their offensive and defensive capabilities. The unique attribute of Rock types benefiting from sandstorm weather and the changes in the offensive spread of Flying types are discussed. The paragraph also addresses the impact of generational changes on Ice-type Pokemon, which have seen some improvement but not enough to significantly alter their ranking.
🌪️ The Role of Terra Types and the Shift in Power Dynamics
The paragraph focuses on the impact of Terra types, particularly Steel, on the power dynamics of the game. The speaker argues that Steel has become the best Terra type, surpassing other types in terms of effectiveness. The discussion revolves around how certain types interact with Steel, either positively or negatively, and how this affects their overall ranking. The speaker also acknowledges the influence of game mechanics like terrestrialization on type rankings, and how it has led to a reevaluation of certain types, such as Psychic and Flying, which have seen a change in their perceived strength due to the new games' mechanics.
🏆 Final Rankings and the Dominance of Steel
The conclusion of the video script presents the final rankings of the Pokemon types, with a particular emphasis on the dominance of the Steel type. The speaker explains the rationale behind the high placement of certain types like Ground, Dark, Electric, and Fire, and the factors that led to the lower rankings of types like Grass and Fairy. The influence of new game mechanics and the prevalence of Steel-type Pokemon in the current generation are cited as reasons for the shift in power dynamics. The summary ends with a call to action for viewers to subscribe to the channel, highlighting the increased video output and the community's role in supporting the creation of more content.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Pokemon Types
💡Type Matchups
💡Terra Steel
💡Game Mechanics
💡Type Resistances and Weaknesses
💡Dual Types
💡Super Effective Damage
💡Immunities
💡Offensive and Defensive Capabilities
💡Ranking
💡Game Generations
Highlights
The video discusses the ranking of every Pokémon type in the context of the games Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
Bug type remains the worst in the new games, only being effective against three types and being resisted by seven.
The game mechanic of rasterization in Scarlet and Violet impacts the effectiveness of types differently than in previous games.
Normal type is considered underwhelming due to having no resistances and only one weakness.
Poison type has a few strengths, such as having few weaknesses and resistances, but is held back by being ineffective against types like Steel.
Rock type benefits from the sandstorm weather effect, which boosts its special defense and damages other types.
Psychic type is likened to a glorified Normal type, with few super effective attacks and only two resistances.
Flying type, while having a good immunity to Ground, has a weak offensive spread and is ranked low due to its limited effectiveness.
Ice type has improved in Generation 9 due to the new mechanic of terrestrialization and the buff from snow weather.
Grass type is considered solid with good resistances, but its weaknesses to Bug and Poison types hold it back.
Fighting type excels offensively, hitting five types for super effective damage and resisting three.
Dragon type, once thought to be one of the best, is revealed to be less effective due to its weaknesses and limited super effective attacks.
Dark type is a well-rounded type with three weaknesses, two resistances, and an immunity, making it valuable in the game.
Electric type benefits from having only one weakness and being able to hit Water types for super effective damage.
Ghost type is highly ranked due to its two immunities, limited weaknesses, and ability to hit crucial types for super effective damage.
Ground type is one of the best offensive types, with good defensive matchups and the ability to hit hard-to-hit types effectively.
Fairy type, while powerful, is ranked lower due to the prevalence of Steel types which resist it.
Water type is well-balanced and only weak to Grass and Electric, but a nerf in the new games affects its standing.
Fire type is at its best, with good defenses and offensive capabilities, and benefits from the new game mechanics.
Steel type is the best in the game, with an impressive ten resistances and an immunity, defining the meta in Scarlet and Violet.