Early on, you can encounter and catch Paldean Wooper, which will evolve into Clodsire in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This Poison and Ground-type Pokémon is a good addition to any team, meaning you will likely encounter it a lot. This may leave you wondering what types are strong against Clodsire in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
What is Clodsire weak to in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet?
Clodsire will have different weaknesses in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, depending on what ability it has. Normally, Clodsire is weak againstWater,Ice,Ground, andPsychic-type attacks. However, if you have a Clodsire with theWater Absorb ability, it will beimmunetoWater-type attacksand also gain HP back when hit by one. This greatly increases Clodsire’s weaknesses and immunities.
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How to get Clodsire with Water Absorb in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
Getting a Clodisre with the Water Absorb ability in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will require catching andevolving a Paldean Wooperwith the Water Absorb ability. Fortunately, Water Absorb is not a hidden ability, which means you simply need tocatch a Paldean Wooperand check its ability. If you have one with Water Absorb, level it up to level 20, and it will evolve into Clodsire with the Water Absorb ability.
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