Type Matchups
Hippowdon is a Ground-type Pokémon. It's weak to Water, Grass, Ice moves, so you'll want teammates that resist those types.
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Best Teammates
These Pokémon complement Hippowdon by covering its weaknesses:
Role Analysis
Hippowdon excels as a defensive wall and bulky pivot with a base stat total of 525.
Abilities
Notable STAB Moves
Common Cores
Hippowdon fits into these proven competitive cores:
Ground-Steel-Flying
Classic defensive backbone with immunity synergy
Water-Ground-Grass
Excellent defensive synergy
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What is Hippowdon weak to?
Hippowdon is weak to Water (2×), Grass (2×), Ice (2×) type moves.
What are the best teammates for Hippowdon?
The best teammates for Hippowdon are Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Venusaur because they resist Hippowdon's key weaknesses.
Is Hippowdon good for competitive?
Yes, Hippowdon is competitively viable with a BST of 525. Hippowdon excels as a defensive wall and bulky pivot with a base stat total of 525.
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Hippowdon is a Ground-type Pokémon
Bulbasaur covers Hippowdon's weaknesses
Ivysaur covers Hippowdon's weaknesses
Venusaur covers Hippowdon's weaknesses
Charmander covers Hippowdon's weaknesses
Charmeleon covers Hippowdon's weaknesses
Hippowdon is available in Scarlet Violet
Hippowdon is available in Sword Shield
Hippowdon is available in Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
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