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The best guide on how to play Blastoise in Pokemon UNITE for Nintendo Switch and Mobile. Check here for the best builds, Held and Battle items, movesets, as well as the latest nerfs, buffs, counters, matchups, and more!

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Blastoise Latest Nerfs and Buffs (11/13)

Version 1.12.1.6 Patch Notes

Blastoise Changes (November 13)
Evolution Level Change • Level to evolve into Blastoise changed from Lvl 9 to Lvl 7.

Stat Updates

1.1.1.7 Blastoise released.
1.12.1.6 Level to evolve into Blastoise changed from Lvl 9 to Lvl 7.

Standard Attack

1.3.1.2 Fixed a bug where the enhanced attack did not cause critical damage.
1.7.1.11 Boosted Attack: Increased the damage dealt to opponents.

Rapid Spin

1.2.1.3 Fixed a bug causing attacks performed while spinning to decrease the movement speed of opposing Pokemon.
• Fixed a bug allowing the user to use either Hydro Pump or Water Spout at the same time as basic attacks while spinning.
1.4.1.7 Effects strengthened.
1.4.1.8 Fixes a bug where Rapid Spin deals more damage than intended.
1.5.1.6 Effect on user changed from Unstoppable to Hindrance Resistance.

Water Spout

1.2.1.8 Cooldown reduced from 11s to 7.5s

Hydro Pump

1.2.1.8 Damage decreased from 1598 to 1460 (-9%)
1.5.1.6 Cooldown reduced from 8.5s to 7s (-1.5s).
1.7.1.11 Duration of hindrance effect on opponents increased.

Hydro Typhoon

1.2.1.8 Damage decreased from 3368 to 2666 (-21%).
1.5.1.6 Damage dealt to the opposing Pokemon decreased from 2666 to 2023 (-24%).
1.7.1.7 Recharge rate increased from 134s to 140s (+6s).

Surf

1.7.1.7 Cooldown reduced from 12s to 10s (-2s).
1.7.1.11 Cooldown reduced from 10s to 9s. (-1s)

Water Gun

1.7.1.7 Damage increased from 617 to 676 (+10%).

Skull Bash

1.7.1.7 Damage increased from 417 to 469 (+12%).

Blastoise Basic Info

Blastoise
Blastoise.jpg
Tier Rating: SS Rank Icon

Role: Defender
Attack Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cost:
"Blastoise is a durable ranged defender that can make use of its several mobility skills to move itself and enemies into the ideal areas of the battlefield."

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Blastoise Best Lanes

Top Icon.pngTop Jungle Icon.pngJungle Bot Icon.pngBottom
5 Stars.png
3 Stars.png
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Tips & Strategies for Every Lane

Blastoise Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths Weaknesses
✔︎ High HP and defenses.
✔︎ Has ranged Standard Attacks.
✔︎ Offers great crowd control moves.
✖︎ Long Cooldowns.
✖︎ Weak early game.

Best Builds for Blastoise

Blastoise Builds
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Disruptor Build

Disruptor Build
Pokemon UNITE - Best Build Icon
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Sp. Atk: +30
Defense: +30
Sp. Def: +30
HP: +210
Cooldown: -4.50%
Unite Move Charge Rate: +6%
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
HP
Sp. Atk
Free Negative Stats:
Attack
Movement Speed
Critical-Hit Rate
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Disruptor Build Explanation

Build Explanation
This build utilizes Surf and Hydro Pump to displace enemies and disrupt their positioning. The key to this build is getting the proper angle to shove targets with Surf and Hydro Pump.
· Slick Spoon gives Blastoise a decent amount of HP and Sp. Atk. It also grants Sp. Def. penetration for added damage.
· Energy Amplifier provides cooldown reductions, and it gives a massive damage boost whenever Blastoise uses Hydro Typhoon.
· Focus Band is a staple defensive item for the build, giving Blastoise the durability and survivability it needs to keep displacing enemies.
· However, Choice Specs can be a replacement for Energy Amplifier, providing a more straightforward source of damage.
· Eject Button gives Blastoise a repositioning tool to better set up Surf and Hydro Pump.
· The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Green Emblems for more damage and 6 White Emblems for additional HP. This can be achieved by equipping at least two (2) Emblems that are both Green and White.
· Equip Emblems that improve Sp. Atk or HP to balance Blastoise's offense and defense.
· Attack and Critical-Hit Rate can be freely traded for the other stats.

Disruptor Build Damage Test

Items
(Level 30)
Hydro Pump
(@ Lvl 15)
Surf
(@ Lvl 15)
Hydro Typhoon
(@ Lvl 15)
Slick Spoon
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
2709
1940
2507

Since the build focuses on displacing enemies with Surf and Hydro Pump, equipping items that will balance Blastoise's offense and defense is the ideal build. Focus Band is a core defensive item for the build.

As the result show, equipping Slick Spoon and Energy Amplifier would be the best item choice. Even if the item combination did not produce the best results in terms of damage, it is the most balanced item combination. It only scored the second best damage output but gives HP and cooldown reduction in return, which is perfect for the build.

As for alternatives, replacing Energy Amplifier with Choice Specs would be the best choice. The item combination maintains a good balance of offense and defense without the need for using Hydro Typhoon.

These damage tests are conducted using the Training Dummy in Practice Mode. The results are taken from the Total Damage data.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(Level 30)
Hydro Pump
(@ Lvl 15)
Surf
(@ Lvl 15)
Hydro Typhoon
(@ Lvl 15)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Wise Glasses
2651
1976
2476
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
2751
2053
2572
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
3023
2244
2815
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
2562
1905
2388
Slick Spoon
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
2709
1940
2507
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
2448
1754
2269
Slick Spoon
+
Wise Glasses
2364
1694
2190
Wise Glasses
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
2793
2001
2586
Wise Glasses
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
2529
1814
2348
Energy Amplifier
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
2898
2077
2686

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Rapid Spin Build

Rapid Spin Build
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Sp. Atk: +102
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Jungle Recommendation Yes Jungle
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
HP
Sp. Atk
Free Negative Stats:
Attack
Movement Speed
Critical-Hit Rate
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Rapid Spin Build Explanation

Build Explanation
This build is centered on maximizing the damage of Blastoise's Rapid Spin and Water Spout combo. It's best to play safe early on until Blastoise reaches level 7 to get both of its moves.
· Choice Specs gives Blastoise a decent amount of Sp. Atk. stat and increases the Pokemon's minimum move damage.
· Wise Glasses provides Blastoise with more Sp. Atk. thanks to its percentage bonus.
· Sp. Atk. Specs further boosts Blastoise's Sp. Atk. stat, boosting its damage output significantly.
· However, Energy Amplifier can be a replacement for Choice Specs, giving Blastoise a huge damage boost whenever it uses Hydro Typhoon.
· For a straightforward damage build, replace Sp. Atk. Specs with Slick Spoon instead.
· Should durability be an issue, replace Sp. Atk. Specs with Focus Band.
· X Speed gives Blastoise the mobility it needs to stack Sp. Atk. Specs in the early game and move faster during Rapid Spin.
· The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Green Emblems for more damage and 6 White Emblems for additional HP. This can be achieved by equipping at least two (2) Emblems that are both Green and White.
· Equip Emblems that improve Sp. Atk or HP to balance Blastoise's offense and defense.
· Attack and Critical-Hit Rate can be freely traded for the other stats.

Rapid Spin Build Damage Test

Items
(Level 30)
Rapid Spin
+
Water Spout
(Total Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Hydro Typhoon
(@ Lvl 15)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Wise Glasses
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
11,004 2737

Since the build is centered on maximizing Blastoise's Rapid Spin and Water Spout combo, equipping items that will yield the highest possible combo damage is the ideal item combination.

As the results show, Choice Specs, Wise Glasses, and a fully-stacked Sp. Atk. Specs will produce the best damage output. The item combination gives Blastoise a massive Sp. Atk. stat boost, especially once Sp. Atk. Specs is fully stacked.

As for alternatives, replacing Choice Specs with Energy Amplifier would be the best option. The item combination produced the second best damage output for the combo. However, it does require Blastoise to fully stack Sp. Atk. Specs and trigger Energy Amplifier's effect first to reach maximum damage.

For the best build that requires no setup in any way, replacing Sp. Atk. Specs with Slick Spoon would be the ideal choice. The item combination is a straightfoward damage build that also gives some durability via HP.

For a more defensive build, replacing Choice Specs with Focus Band would be the best alternative. However, the item combination does require Blastoise to stack Sp. Atk. Specs first for maximum effect.

That being said, for the best defensive build that requires no setup, replacing Sp. Atk. Specs with Focus Band instead would be the prime option.


These damage tests are conducted using the Training Dummy in Practice Mode. The results are taken from the Total Damage data.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(Level 30)
Rapid Spin
+
Water Spout
(Total Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Hydro Typhoon
(@ Lvl 15)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Wise Glasses
+
Slick Spoon
10,126 2541
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Wise Glasses
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
11,004 2737
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Wise Glasses
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
10,284 2995
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
10,548 2633
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
9644 2888
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
10,472 3111
Wise Glasses
+
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
10,626 2402
Wise Glasses
+
Slick Spoon
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
9758 2649
Wise Glasses
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
10,809 2841
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
10,308 2745
Items
(Level 30)
+
Focus Band
Rapid Spin
+
Water Spout
(Total Damage)
(@ Lvl 15)
Hydro Typhoon
(@ Lvl 15)
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Wise Glasses
9845 2476
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
10,258 2572
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
9564 2815
Choice Specs
(Includes Effect)
+
Slick Spoon
9450 2388
Slick Spoon
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
9110 2507
Slick Spoon
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
9912 2269
Slick Spoon
+
Wise Glasses
9466 2190
Wise Glasses
+
Energy Amplifier
(Includes Effect)
9482 2586
Wise Glasses
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
10,332 2348
Energy Amplifier
+
Sp. Atk. Specs
(6 Stacks)
10,017 2686

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Blastoise Best Items & Moveset

Best Held Item

Item Explanation
Sp. Atk. Specs.pngSp. Atk. Specs Sp. Atk. Specs gives Blastoise a large damage boost once it's fully stacked.
Score Shield.pngScore Shield Score Shield adds more HP on top of Blastoise's already high HP, increasing the shield generated when scoring goals.
Buddy Barrier.pngBuddy Barrier Buddy Barrier also increases Blastoise's HP. But its true value comes from the shield it generates when using a Unite Move, making it a great item for Blastoise.
Focus Band.pngFocus Band Focus Band is Blastoise's core tank item, increasing its static defenses and providing a reliable means of survivability, especially during Rapid Spin.
Wise Glasses.pngWise Glasses Wise Glasses is one of Blastoise's go-to damage item, increasing its moves' damage, particularly the Water Spout and Rapid spin combo.
Muscle Band.pngMuscle Band Muscle Band's attack speed increase allows Blastoise to perform boosted attacks faster and trigger its cooldown reduction effect. It's a great item to have when taking the jungler role.
Choice Specs.pngChoice Specs Choice Specs functions similarly to Wise Glasses, increasing Blastoise's moves' damage. It's a great item for burst damage moves like Hydro Pump.
Slick Spoon.pngSlick Spoon Slick Spoon boosts Blastoise's damage output by ignoring a portion of its target's Sp. Def., particularly when using Rapid Spin and Water Spout. Its Sp. Atk. and HP bonuses also fit well with the Pokemon's gameplay.

List of Held Items

Best Battle Item

Item Explanation
Eject Button.pngEject Button Eject Button enables Blastoise to set-up kills for the team via the Unite move. It also allows Blastoise to stay on top of enemies even while using Rapid Spin, maximizing the damage output.
X Speed.pngX Speed X Speed improves Blastoise's overall mobility. It can be used offensively and defensively depending on the situation.
Potion.pngPotion Potion works great with Blastoise's innate HP, healing it for a large amount. It provides some survivability to Blastoise during Rapid Spin since it's exposed to enemy attacks.

List of Battle Items

Best Moveset

Move Explanation
Surf ImageSurf Surf is a versatile move that gives Blastoise crowd control and mobility during fights.
Hydro Pump ImageHydro Pump Hydro Pump deals high damage, displace opponents, and can prolong Surf's stun when used together.

This moveset gives Blastoise a great pair of crowd control moves that also deal decent damage. Using Surf and Hydro Pump together can disrupt opponents for a considerable amount of time during fights, allowing Blastoise's team to follow up with their own moves and attacks.

Choosing a moveset depends on the player's playstyle. For an aggressive playstyle, always choose Water Spout and Rapid Spin. For a typical defender playstyle, Surf and Hydro Pump are the best choice.

Which Moveset Do You Think is Best For Blastoise?

Hydro Pump & Surf 58
Votes
Hydro Pump & Rapid Spin 7
Votes
Water Spout & Surf 0
Votes
Water Spout & Rapid Spin 12
Votes

Let us know why in the comments!

Previous Poll Results

Hydro Pump & Surf 53
Votes
Hydro Pump & Rapid Spin 16
Votes
Water Spout & Surf 2
Votes
Water Spout & Rapid Spin 31
Votes

How to Play Blastoise

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Setup Knockouts in the Early Game

Use Skull Bash and Water Gun in the early game to set up knockouts. The best way to execute this is by using Skull Bash to quickly go behind your targets, then pushing them back with Water Gun.

Reach Level 7 Quickly

Try to reach level 7 as soon as you can so you can access your full moveset. Don't get too aggressive in the early game, and only fight if you have an advantage over your opponents. Focus on defending your goal zone, farming wild Pokemon, and scoring points if given chance.

Use Boosted Attacks to Reduce Move Cooldowns

Blastoise's Boosted Attacks will reduce your move cooldowns by 1 second per use. This will still play in effect even if no enemies are nearby! If your moves are down and a crucial fight is about to happen, don't hesitate to fire some empty attacks in the air to reduce your moves' cooldowns.

Change Playstyle Based on Moveset

Blastoise generally has two playstyles; a traditional tank or an Sp. Atk damage dealer. These playstyles depend on which moveset you chose. Knowing and understanding how these move combinations work together allows you to play the Pokemon more effectively.

Get Aggressive with Rapid Spin and Water Spout

Rapid Spin and Water Spout turns Blastoise into an AoE damage dealer, especially when used together. If you're going with this move combination, you need to be aggressive once you have them both. Aim for squishy targets like Pikachu as you can potentially knockout them out within the duration of Rapid Spin. You can also try to steal objectives like Regieleki from the enemy.

Displace Enemies with Surf and Hydro Pump

Surf and Hydro Pump allow you to displace and control enemy movements. You can shove targets towards your team or zone them out entirely from areas. You can also set up fights and make it easier for your allies to follow up with their moves.

Save Hydro Typhoon for Teamfights

Hydro Typhoon is one of the best teamfight move in the game thanks to its wide AoE, stun, and damage. Try to save Hydro Typhoon only for teamfights as much as possible as it'll give you and your team a better chance in winning the fight. Morever, it's best to use it at the start of the fight rather than as a finisher.

Hydro Typhoon: Blastoise Move Effect and Cooldown

Use Eject Button for Better Positioning

You can use Eject Button to get a better position and use Hydro Typhoon. You can either use it before Hydro Typhoon or during it.

Eject Button Effect and How to Get

Progression and Leveling Guide

Top or Bottom Lane Guide

Level 1 to 5

  • Secure as many Wild Pokemon as you can and get EXP to reach level 5.
  • Once at level 5, learn either Water Spout or Hydro Pump.
  • Continue to farm wild Pokemon and level up, defend the lane, score points, and knock out opponents.

Level 6 to 9

  • Once at level 7, learn Rapid Spin if you selected Water Spout, or Surf if you selected Hydro Pump, and start to get aggressive.
  • Continue to farm wild Pokemon, defend the lane, score points, and knock out opponents to level up.
  • Help your allies secure Regieleki and/or Regice, Registeel, or Regirock.
  • Once at level 9, learn Hydro Typhoon to get all moves.

Level 10+

  • Continue to farm and level up.
  • Stick with allies to defend or push lanes, secure objectives, and win teamfights.
  • Reach at least level 13 on or before Rayquaza spawns for a full-upgraded moveset.
  • Help your allies win a team fight and secure Rayquaza.
  • After securing Rayquaza, just score points to gain the score lead, then immediately return to base and just defend the remaining goal zones until the match ends.

Blastoise Combos

Bash and Push Combs

Bash and Push Combo
Skull Bash IconWater Gun Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Blastoise Bash and Push Combo
This combo allows you to position yourself behind the enemy to push them towards your allies. Start by stunning the target with a Skull Bash, then pushing them back with a Water Gun. Abuse this during the early levels when your allies are ganking your lane.

Upgraded Bash and Push Combo

Upgraded Bash and Push Combo
Skull Bash IconHydro Pump Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Blastoise Upgraded Bash and Push Combo
This is an upgraded version of Bash and Push Combo, but uses Hydro Pump instead of Water Gun for pushing the target. You will be able to do this once Blastoise reaches level 5 and learns Hydro Pump.

Rapid Spin Combos

This set of combos takes advantage of Rapid Spin to deal consistent damage while also having hindrance resistance.

Rapid Spin Spout Combo

Rapid Spin Spout Combo
Water Spout IconRapid Spin IconWater Spout Icon + Standard Attack Icon (Alternate)

Pokemon UNITE - Blastoise Rapid Spin Spout Combo
Water SpoutRapid SpinWater Spout + Standard Attack (Alternate)
This variation is great for apllying constant pressure in an area. Start by pressuring the target from afar with Water Spout. Then go into the Rapid Spin. At this point, you can either use a Standard Attack or activate Water Spout. For the highest possible value, alternate between the two inputs until Rapid Spin finishes.

Rapid Spin Pump Combo

Rapid Spin Pump Combo
Hydro Pump IconRapid Spin IconHydro Pump IconStandard Attack Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Blastoise Rapid Spin Pump Combo
Hydro PumpRapid SpinHydro PumpStandard Attack
This variation is great for displacing opponents. Start by hitting a target with a Hydro Pump. Then go into the Rapid Spin. At this point, you can either use a Standard Attack or activate Hydro Pump. For the highest possible value, quickly activate Hydro Pump after Rapid Spin so you can have it on cooldown and use it a second time.

Ultimate Typhoon Displacer Combo

Ultimate Typhoon Displacer Combo
Surf IconHydro Typhoon IconHydro Pump Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Blastoise Ultimate Typhoon Displacer Combo
This is a hard crowd control combo that incapacitates opponents in an are with Blastoise's Unite Move. Start by cover ground with Surf. Make sure to use the move going towards the center of the battle where the enemies are. Then, activate Hydro Typhoon to stun all oppponents. Finish the move by hitting a target with a Hydro Pump.

Blastoise Matchups and Best Counters

All Blastoise Matchups

Hard Counter
CinderaceMega Mewtwo Y
Fair Matchup
AegislashAlolan NinetalesAzumarillBlazikenBlisseyBuzzwoleClefableCrustleDragapultDragoniteGarchompGlaceonGoodraGreedentGreninjaInteleonLaprasLeafeonLucarioMachampMamoswineMega Mewtwo XMetagrossMewMiraidonScizorSlowbroSnorlaxSylveonTrevenantTsareenaTyranitarUmbreonUrshifuVenusaurZacianZoroark
Good Matchup
AbsolChandelureCharizardComfeyCramorantDecidueyeDelphoxDodrioDuraludonEldegossEspeonGardevoirGengarGyaradosHoopaMeowscaradaMimikyuMr. MimePikachuSableyeTalonflameWigglytuffZeraora
Matchup Notes
Hard CounterHard Counter Even MatchupEven Matchup Easy MatchupEasy Matchup
1. The chart is based on our own experience playing Blastoise.
2. Pokemon within each tier are unordered
3. Any Pokemon not shown here are still under investigation.

Hard Counter with Kiting

Pokemon that can kite Blastoise from afar and have means to dodge its moves are effective against it.

Best Counters

Pokemon Explanation
Cinderace ImageCinderace Rating: ★★★★★
• Can kite Blastoise from a considerable range with high damage output via critical hits and fast Standard Attacks
• Can dodge Blastoise's moves using Blaze Kick or Feint.
Mega Mewtwo Y ImageMega Mewtwo Y Rating: ★★★★★
• Can kite Blastoise from a considerable range with high damage output via critical hits and fast Standard Attacks, or Psystrike.
• Can dodge Blastoise's moves using Teleport.

Even Matchups for Blastoise

Utilizing Blastoise's versatile moveset consisting of crowd controls and strong area damage can help the Pokemon get the upper hand against these Pokemon.

Get Close and Burst them Down

Fragile, Ranged Pokemon with High Damage
Alolan Ninetales Image Dragapult Image Glaceon Image Greninja Image Inteleon Image Mew Image Miraidon Image Sylveon Image Venusaur Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon prefer to keep their distance from opponents when fighting. They also have high damage potential that can shred through Blastoise's HP quickly. However, they are fragile and can get knocked out by Blastoise fast.
• Quickly close the gap with Surf, then burst them down with Hydro Pump and Hyro Typhoon, or use the Rapid Spin and Waterspout combo to quickly take them out.

Disrupt Their Attacks/Combos

All-Rounders
Aegislash Image Azumarill Image Blaziken Image Buzzwole Image Dragonite Image Garchomp Image Lucario Image Machamp Image Mega Mewtwo X Image Metagross Image Scizor Image Tsareena Image Tyranitar Image Urshifu Image Zacian Image
How to Beat
• All-Rounders excel in close combat and rely mostly on either their attacks or combos to deal damage. They are also quite durable.
• Disrupt their attacks or combos using Surf, Hyro Pump, and Hyro Typhoon.
• Avoid fighting them head on while Blastoise's moves are still on cooldown.

Utilize Their Numbers

Supporters
Blissey Image Clefable Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon typically stick with their allies and rarely venture alone. Although they don't necessarily pose any threat to Blastoise, their support capabilities makes them valuable during fights.
• Take advantage of them being in close proximity to each other by using Surf, Hyro Pump, and Hydro Typhoon, or use the Rapid Spin and Waterspout combo to force them to scatter.

Group Up with Allies

Highly Durable Pokemon
Crustle Image Goodra Image Greedent Image Lapras Image Mamoswine Image Slowbro Image Snorlax Image Trevenant Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are extremely durable and also have crowd control moves, making it a tedious task for Blastoise to take them down alone. With that, it's best to group up with allies to bring them down with the help of Blastoise.
• Use Surf and Hydro Pump to prevent them from using their moves and set up for Blastoise's allies, or use the Rapid Spin and Waterspout combo to help dish out more damage.

Dodge Their Burst Damage Attempt

High-Mobility Pokemon with Burst Damage
Leafeon Image Zoroark Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are highly mobile and can deal tons of damage quickly. However, they can be vulnerable if they miss their burst attempt. Although Blastoise can tank a lot of their damage, it can be forced to play defensively.
• Dodge their moves and wait for an opening, or try to catch them with Surf, Hydro Pump, and Hydro Typhoon on their attempt.

Easy Matchups

Take advantage of Blastoise's high defense and decent damage to quickly knock out these Pokemon.

Get Close and Burst them Down

Fragile, Ranged Pokemon with High Damage
Chandelure Image Cramorant Image Decidueye Image Delphox Image Duraludon Image Espeon Image Gardevoir Image Pikachu Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon prefer to keep their distance from opponents when fighting. They also have high damage potential that can shred through Blastoise's HP quickly. However, they are fragile and can get knocked out by Blastoise fast.
• Quickly close the gap with Surf, then burst them down with Hydro Pump and Hyro Typhoon, or use the Rapid Spin and Waterspout combo to quickly take them out.

Disrupt Their Attacks/Combos

All-Rounders
Charizard Image Gyarados Image Mimikyu Image
How to Beat
• All-Rounders excel in close combat and rely mostly on either their attacks or combos to deal damage. They are also quite durable.
• Disrupt their attacks or combos using Surf, Hyro Pump, and Hyro Typhoon.
• Avoid fighting them head on while Blastoise's moves are still on cooldown.

Utilize Their Numbers

Supporters
Comfey Image Eldegoss Image Hoopa Image Mr. Mime Image Sableye Image Wigglytuff Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon typically stick with their allies and rarely venture alone. Although they don't necessarily pose any threat to Blastoise, their support capabilities makes them valuable during fights.
• Take advantage of them being in close proximity to each other by using Surf, Hyro Pump, and Hydro Typhoon, or use the Rapid Spin and Waterspout combo to force them to scatter.

Dodge Their Burst Damage Attempt

High-Mobility Pokemon with Burst Damage
Absol Image Dodrio Image Gengar Image Meowscarada Image Talonflame Image Zeraora Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are highly mobile and can deal tons of damage quickly. However, they can be vulnerable if they miss their burst attempt. Although Blastoise can tank a lot of their damage, it can be forced to play defensively.
• Dodge their moves and wait for an opening, or try to catch them with Surf, Hydro Pump, and Hydro Typhoon on their attempt.

Best Teammates for Blastoise

Pokemon Explanation
Greninja ImageGreninja
Venusaur ImageVenusaur
High Damaging Snipers
These Pokemon have powerful burst attacks and are capable of stunning enemies from a safe distance. Blastoise can lead the charge for these Pokemon while they deal damage and secure objectives.
Blissey ImageBlissey
Mr. Mime ImageMr. Mime
Shields and Sustain
These Pokemon are capable of providing buffs, shields, and AoE heals during fights. This allows Blastoise to become sturdier and easily dominate lanes.
Slowbro ImageSlowbro
Snorlax ImageSnorlax
Tanky Disablers
As fellow Defenders that have disabling abilities, these Pokemon can lead the charge, soak up damage, and help Blastoise setup its attacks with their disabling moves.
Absol ImageAbsol
Zoroark ImageZoroark
High Burst Damagers
These Pokemon help contribute damage through pinning down enemies with combos and burst attacks. While it's still recommended to go with either a Defender or Supporter ally, Speedsters are a huge help when trying to dominate lanes as early as possible.
Machamp ImageMachamp
Tsareena ImageTsareena
Hard-hitting Initiators
These Pokemon are very dependable allies as they have means to buff or sustain themselves. Whether it's securing objectives or pushing lanes, Machamp and Tsareena are built to initiate clashes, stun enemies, and create openings for their teammates.

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Blastoise Moves

Move Slot 1 (R)

Water Gun ImageWater Gun
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 9s
Starting Damage: 608
Final Damage: 676
Attacks with a shot of water, shoving opposing Pokemon and decreasing their movement speed for a short time.
Water Spout ImageWater Spout
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Area
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 7.5s
Starting Damage: 1020
Damage per instance: 170, Number of instances: 6
Final Damage: 2214
Damage per instance: 369, Number of instances: 6
Spouts water toward the designated location, decreasing the movement speed of opposing Pokemon in the area of effect for a short time.
Upgrade: Increases damage dealt by this move.
Hydro Pump ImageHydro Pump
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Ranged
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 7s
Starting Damage: 1161
Long range damage: 387, Medium range damage: 774, Short range damage: 1161
Final Damage: 2190
Long range damage: 730, Medium range damage: 1460, Short range damage: 2190
Has the user attack by blasting out a huge volume of water, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon and shoving them when it hits.
Upgrade: Increases damage dealt by this move.

Move Slot 2 (ZR)

Skull Bash ImageSkull Bash
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 10s
Starting Damage: 380
Final Damage: 469
Fiercely rams an opposing Pokemon and leaves it unable to act.
Rapid Spin ImageRapid Spin
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Buff
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 11s
Starting Damage: 1820
Damage per instance: 182, Number of instances: 10
Final Damage: 2680
Damage per instance: 268, Number of instances: 10
Has the user spin rapidly, dealing damage over time to nearby opposing Pokemon. Changes the mechanics of the user's basic attacks as well as its Hydro Pump and Water Spout moves. Using this move resets the cooldown of Hydro Pump or Water Spout. While this move is in effect, the user becomes immune to hindrances. In addition, the user's next basic attack after this move ends becomes a boosted attack.
Upgrade: Also reduces the damage the user receives while using this move.
Surf ImageSurf
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Special
Cooldown: 9s
Starting Damage: 1056
Final Damage: 1567
Has the User charge forward on a wave, shoving opposing Pokemon and leaving them unable to act. The user becomes immune to hindrances while using this move and can jump in a designated direction once this move ends.
Upgrade: Also grants a shield when this move hits.

Unite Moves (ZL)

Hydro Typhoon ImageHydro Typhoon
(Lv. 9)
Move Type: Disable
Damage Type:
Cooldown: 140s
Starting Damage: 1527
Final Damage: 2023
Has the user spout water to attack while spinning, throwing opposing Pokemon in a large area. This also grants the user a shield.

Standard Attack

Standard Attack Image Standard Attack Becomes a boosted attack with every third attack, dealing continual damage and decreasing the movement speed of opposing Pokemon for a short time when it hits. After the user uses a boosted attack, the cooldown of its other moves is reduced.

Ability (Passive)

Torrent ImageTorrent All Evolution Stages
When the Pokemon is at half HP or less, its Attack and Sp. Atk are increased.

Blastoise Stats & Evolutions

Blastoise Evolutions

1st Evolution 2nd Evolution Final Evolution
Squirtle.pngSquirtle
(Lv. 1)
Squirtle.pngWartortle
(Lv. 5)
Squirtle.pngBlastoise
(Lv. 7)

Blastoise Stats

Level HP Defense Special Defense Attack Damage
1 3225 100 70 150
2 3319 107 75 152
3 3432 116 81 154
4 3568 126 88 157
5 4060 163 114 168
6 4256 178 124 172
7 5149 246 172 190
8 5431 267 187 196
9 5770 293 205 204
10 6176 324 227 214
11 6663 361 253 224
12 7248 405 284 238
13 7949 458 321 252
14 8791 522 366 270
15 9801 599 420 292

Attack Damage is the damage of the Basic Attack as tested against the Training Dummy.

Blastoise In-Game Stat Listings

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Blastoise Skins (Holowear)

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BlastoiseSacred StyleSacred Style
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Blastoise Achievements

Hydro Pump Achievement

Hydro Pump
Pokemon Move
Blastoise ImageBlastoise Hydro Pump ImageHydro Pump
Mission:
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