Pokemon

Grass ties for the most weaknesses in Pokémon (5) — but one dual-type combo cancels four of them. See the exact math, plus top counters for raids and PvP.

Fairy takes 2x damage from only 2 of 18 types. Real Smogon, VGC, and GO data show which counter works — and which sub-types make Poison do zero damage.

Ice has 4 weaknesses and just 1 resistance — the worst ratio of any Pokémon type. See the exact numbers, why it happens, and how to counter it.

Ground is Electric’s only weakness — until Levitate or an Air Balloon cancels it. Full matchup chart, the two dodges, and the one move that beats both.

Chlorophyll Venusaur is used 2x more than Mega Venusaur in VGC 2026, despite a lower win rate. Here’s the nature, EVs, and moveset for both builds.

Careful costs Swampert nothing offensively, since it never used Special Attack. The exact math behind Adamant’s +31 Attack edge, and the best moveset.

Modest Shell Smash is the single most-run Blastoise spread on the ladder, but the Bold Rapid Spin wall still has a real job. Here’s the usage data behind both.

Battle Bond Greninja is banned from Pokémon Champions and most guides never say so. Here’s the Timid Protean build, EVs, and speed math that still holds up.

Mega Evolution erases Sceptile’s Unburden speed double — here’s the Adamant build that actually gets it, with EVs, triggers, and exact Speed math.

Jolly costs Metagross 36 Attack for 23 Speed — enough to matter against exactly one speed band. Here’s the exact math and the targets it actually flips.