Best Pokemon for Catching

With so many Pokemon in Hisui, you gotta catch 'em all with the best Pokemon! Read on to learn more about the recommended Pokemon, the moves they should have, and other tips for catching Pokemon.

Recommended Pokemon for Catching

Pokemon that Inflict Status Conditions

Catching Pokemon is a balance of dealing damage, giving status effects like Paralyze or Drowsy and holding steady against attacks! You're more likely to succeed by attacking smart and focusing on debilitating Pokemon isntead.

In addition, Pokemon with False Swipe are extremely useful when catching other Pokemon as this move prevents them from fainting. Keeping them at 1 HP with a status effect is sure to raise your odds of catching even the most stubborn Pokemon!

Recommended Pokemon

Gallade	False Swipe can be used alongside Hypnosis High Attack means they can reduce HP in one go
Parasect	False Swipe can be used alongside Spore
Darkrai	While Darkrai does not have False Swipe, they have Dark Void which not only puts Pokemon to sleep but lowers their defense stats, raising the chances of capture!

Pokemon that Negate Certain Moves

At higher Levels, there are many Pokemon that use moves like Double Edge which can harm them and potentially end the battle before you can catch them. Your best bet in this case is to use Ghost-Type Pokemon that not only negate Normal-Type moves but also inflict Status Conditions!

Recommended Pokemon

Gengar	Learns Hypnosis High Speed and the ability to lower HP quickly
Drifblim	Learns Hypnosis High HP means they can take more hits for you to throw Poke Balls
Spiritomb	Learns Hypnosis High HP means they can take more hits for you to throw Poke Balls
Rotom	Learns Thunder Wave High Speed and the ability to lower HP quickly

Pokemon with High Attack and Speed and False Swipe

Pokemon with high Attack and Speed can efficiently lower a target's HP in just a few moves. Paired with False Swipe and you'll have Pokemon that are not only great for battle, but can also be used for catching!

Recommended Pokemon

Garchomp	Their Base Attack Stat is 130 with a high Speed of 102 You can delay a Pokemon's turn by using Bulldoze
Sneasler	Their Base Attack Stat is 130 with a speed of 120 Note that they don't have high HP so you'll need to be careful

Tips for Catching Pokemon

Use Moves with Varying Power

It is recommended to use Moves with varying Power for Pokemon being used for catching. It's quite simple to change out different abilities and this allows you to adjust, even when your Pokemon does not know False Swipe.

Don't Rely on Endurance

Opponents can deal quite a bit of damage during battle, and while some Pokemon can take a hit, you're better off trying to catch a Pokemon as quickly as possible! Remember to quickly reduce their HP so you can immediately begin catching them.

Catch Pokemon Stealthily

One of the simplest ways to of catching is to throw the Poke Ball before you're seen, giving you a better chance of catching certain Pokemon. Battles on the other hand should be used for Pokemon that may run away when found or aggressive Pokemon that have spotted you.

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