Pokémon: The 10 Best Water Moves, Ranked | Game Rant
The Pokémon anime has evolved far and wide, expanding its selection of techniques along the way. The reality is that Pokémon have to battle each other to be the best. Trainers toss their Pokémon into battle, and battles are won by choosing the best techniques.
Water Pokémon are a peculiar bunch, given that they don't have to be in the water. Unlike fish, Water-type Pokémon can fight on land, but still deliver powerful Water-type moves. The Water-type is super effective against types like Rock, Fire, and Ground. Ranked by combat power, these are the 10 best Water moves in Pokémon.
10 Splishy Splash
Although Pikachu uses a combination of water and electricity when dealing damage with Splishy Splash, it is a Water-type move. This move was introduced in Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! It is one of Pikachu's signature moves in the game. With 100% accuracy and 90 power, Splishy Splash is one of the most effective Water-type moves yet. The move is capable of leaving an opponent with paralysis, and it is learned by visiting the Move Tutor in Fuchsia City's Pokémon Center.
9 Aqua Tail
Introduced in Generation IV, the generation containing Pokémon Platinum, Aqua Tail is one of the most powerful water moves. Its high damage-dealing, combined with no secondary effects, means that players can focus on defeating opponents without setbacks. Aqua Tail is a learned move, but it can't be taught by TM. It's one of the few moves in the game that doesn't have a TM. The animation of Aqua Tail shows its user flailing their tail, creating a vortex of water that splashes an opponent.
8 Surf
Formerly HM 03 in the Pokémon game series, Surf has changed into TM94. The introduction of Ride Pokémon to the game series made HMs obsolete, which is why TMs now have infinite uses. For those who lucky enough to have grown up during Pokémon's heydays, the loss of HMs was a big deal.
The game's puzzle-solving and progression revolved around HMs, but now players can enjoy moves like Surf for its combat power. Surf has 90 combat power making it a detrimental move for its user's foe.
7 Crabhammer
Before Generation III, this move was exclusive to Krabby and Kingler as a signature move. Understanding a signature move is accomplished by comparing Pokémon to WWE. A Pokémon's signature move is unique to its user, and it often inflicts high-damage.
Crabhammer has a combat power of 100 and an accuracy rating of 90%. It's worth noting that Crabhammer has a boosted critical hit ratio, which deals nearly double the amount of damage. Being attacked with a giant pincer couldn't be a good feeling.
6 Steam Eruption
Due to their erratic nature, the most powerful Water-type moves have lower accuracy than their weaker counterparts. Steam Eruption is an example of a move with high accuracy and high combat power. It has an accuracy rating of 95% and a whopping combat power of 110.
According to the Pokémon X and Y description of Steam Eruption, "The user immerses the target in superheated steam. This may also leave the target with a burn." A Water-type move that is so hot that it burns its target is assuredly devastating.
5 Origin Pulse
Origin Pulse has an astonishing combat power of 85% and a power of 110%. The damage of Origin Pulse can be boosted when a Pokémon has the ability Mega Launcher. The only Pokémon who can wield the power of the Origin Pulse technique is Kyogre. Kyogre learns the move naturally when it reaches level 45.
According to the Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire description of Origin Pulse, "The user attacks opposing Pokémon with countless beams of light that glow a deep and brilliant blue."
4 Hydro Pump
This Water-type move was introduced in the first generation of Pokémon. It launches a wide stream of water at its opponent. The amount of force behind this move gives it a high combat power. With 110 combat power and 80% accuracy, it is a move that can get Pokémon out of inhospitable circumstances. The move only has 5 Power Points (PP), which is why it should only be used when needed. Unless you carry Ethers or Elixers, Hydro Pump should be selected against the most fierce foes.
3 Water Spout
Now we're getting into wet territory with some of Pokémon's most powerful moves. Water Spout's base combat power is forty more than Hydro Pump. However, it comes with a catch. The actual power of Water Spout can be explained with a formula.
It is 150 multiplied by current HP and divided by maximum HP. The more HP the user has, the more damage they inflict on an opponent. Water Spout is commonly used by Pokémon like Wailmer, Wailord, Kyogre, Frillish, and Jellicent.
2 Hydro Cannon
Likely inspired by the move Hydro Pump, Hydro Cannon is a more powerful version of the move. It can inflict a whopping 150 combat power against opponents, making it one of the most powerful moves in the game. It was introduced in the third generation of the Pokémon main series games.
According to Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green's move description, "The foe is hit with a watery cannon. The user can't move on the next turn." Pokémon like Blastoise, Faraligatr, Swampert, and Empoleon are capable of learning this detrimental Water-type move.
1 Oceanic Operetta
Oceanic Operetta is the only Water-type Z-Move contained on this list. Z-Moves along with Oceanic Operetta were introduced in the seventh generation of the Pokémon games. So far, the only Pokémon in the game with the capability to use this move is Primarina. With an enormous combat power of 195, the move inflicts purely Water-type damage and has no secondary effects.
Oceanic Operetta is a majestic move that is an upgrade of Sparkling Aria. The only way that Primarina can summon this move is if it holds a Primarium Z. The trainer who commands the Pokémon must also have a Z-Ring or a Z-Power Ring.
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