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How do you beat Kingdra?

Kingdra is a powerful Water/Dragon type Pokémon that can be a real challenge to defeat. Here's a breakdown of its weaknesses, common movesets, and strategies for taking it down:

Kingdra's Weaknesses:

* Electric: Super effective against both Water and Dragon types.

* Dragon: Super effective against Dragon types.

* Fairy: Super effective against Dragon types.

* Grass: Effective against Water types.

Kingdra's Common Movesets:

* Dragon Pulse: Strong Dragon-type move.

* Hydro Pump: Powerful Water-type move.

* Outrage: Strong Dragon-type move with self-inflicted confusion.

* Surf: Powerful Water-type move with high accuracy.

* Ice Beam: Strong Ice-type move that can also freeze opponents.

* Draco Meteor: Extremely powerful Dragon-type move with a special attack drop after use.

Strategies for Beating Kingdra:

1. Electric-type Pokémon: Zapdos, Thundurus, Luxray, Raichu, Electivire are all excellent choices. Their Electric-type moves will deal massive damage.

2. Dragon-type Pokémon: Salamence, Garchomp, Dragonite, Haxorus, Flygon can also exploit Kingdra's Dragon weakness.

3. Fairy-type Pokémon: Sylveon, Gardevoir, Clefairy, Azumarill, Togekiss are powerful against Dragon types and can also learn moves like Thunderbolt or Shadow Ball to deal with Water types.

4. Grass-type Pokémon: Sceptile, Venusaur, Roserade, Serperior, Bayleef can utilize Grass-type moves to deal decent damage.

5. Special Attackers: Kingdra is mainly a special attacker, so Pokémon like Latias, Latios, and Mega Gardevoir with high Special Defense and Special Attack can utilize their own special moves to counter it.

Tips:

* Prioritize Electric-type moves: Electric moves are the most effective against Kingdra, so focus on them when you can.

* Beware of Outrage: Outrage is a powerful move, but it can confuse the user after two turns. Use this to your advantage by switching out.

* Consider status moves: Moves like Thunder Wave or Toxic can weaken Kingdra and make it easier to take down.

* Use type advantage strategically: If you have multiple Pokémon that can exploit Kingdra's weaknesses, switch them in and out to keep Kingdra on its toes.

Remember: The best strategy depends on your team composition, the opponent's Kingdra's moveset, and the battle situation. Always analyze your opponent's team and plan your strategy accordingly.

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