Blastoise is a Water-type Pokémon, with powerful water cannons, excellent defensive stats and a familiar design. Blastoise is the last stage of Squirtle and has been one of the most iconic Pokémon since Generation I. With its large shell and high-powered cannons, Blastoise is a popular choice for both casual players and competitive Pokémon fans.
What Is Blastoise?
Blastoise has a Pokédex #0009 and is a Water-type Pokémon. Evolves from Wartortle when it reaches level 36, and evolves from Squirtle when it reaches level 16. Blastoise is considered the Shellfish Pokémon and is most famous for its two water cannons sticking out from its shell.
Its cannons can shoot with a huge amount of water to defeat objects and opponents. Blastoise's body is shaped like a turtle and its shell is heavily armored, making it a unique and iconic character on the battlefield.
Blastoise Evolution Line
The last evolution of the Squirtle family is Blastoise:
Squirtle → Wartortle → Blastoise
Squirtle turns into Wartortle at level 16 and Wartortle evolves into Blastoise at level 36. This is one of the starter Pokémon families from the Kanto area.
Blastoise Stats
Blastoise has a powerful defensive set, and can be valuable in a battle in which durability is an important factor. It has a remarkable set of base stats, such as:
HP: 79
Attack: 83
Defense: 100
Special Attack: 85
Special Defense: 105
Speed: 78
Total: 530
It has a high Defense and Special Defense, which means it can take a lot of hits; it also has a high Special Attack which provides some good Water-type moves.
Blastoise Abilities
The default ability of Blastoise is Torrent. When its HP becomes low, Torrent increases the power of its Water-type moves. Blastoise is potentially deadly when near to KO.
Blastoise may also be levelled up with the Hidden Ability Rain Dish, which will restore some HP during rainy weather. This skill can be used in conjunction with teams who use weather to their advantage.
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Blastoise can master a variety of Water-type and coverage moves. Both Hydro Pump and Surf are great for an Attack-type with Water-type boost, and both have a strong Water-type Attack. Water Pulse could also serve as a helpful strategy in the early game.
There are other moves that can be used to play another role for Blastoise. Ice Beam is immune to a number of types and Rapid Spin debuffs entry hazards to make it more useful as a defensive Pokémon. Other moves like Protect or Aura Sphere might be taken into account, depending on the game and battle format.
Mega Blastoise
If the game contains Mega Evolution, Blastoise will be able to evolve into Mega Blastoise by using Blastoisinite. It gets much more powerful with its shell and water cannons and you are not around when it gets an enormous central cannon as well.
Mega Blastoise also acquires Mega Launcher, boosting the effectiveness of some of its pulse-weapon moves. This makes the moves like Water Pulse and Aura Sphere particularly useful.
Blastoise in Pokémon Games
Blastoise has made numerous appearances in the Pokémon games, spin-offs, episodes of the animated series, trading cards and other Pokémon media. It is one of the original Kanto starters, and as such has a strong link to the first generation.
Blastoise is an iconic Pokémon that remains popular among fans of all generations thanks to its imposing defenses, potent Water-type attacks, and unforgettable design.
Conclusion
Blastoise is more than just the final evolution of Squirtle. Its high power of its water cannons, its protection, its ability and its long history make it one of the most iconic Water-type Pokémon. From traveling around Kanto, to forming a team of Pokémon, to just collecting them, Blastoise is always a sturdy, familiar option.
