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Poison

Poison Type

Poison-type moves are effective against Grass and Fairy types, with strong defensive capabilities.

Offensive Matchups

When using Poison-type moves:

Super Effective Against (2×):

GrassFairy

Not Very Effective Against (0.5×):

PoisonGroundRockGhost

No Effect Against (0×):

Steel

Defensive Matchups

When defending as a Poison-type:

Weak To (2× damage):

GroundPsychic

Resists (0.5× damage):

GrassFightingPoisonBugFairy

Strategy Tips

Offensive Strategy

Use Poison-type moves against Grass, Fairy types for maximum damage. Avoid using against Steel types as they are immune.

Defensive Strategy

Be cautious of Ground, Psychic type moves. Switch in against Grass, Fighting, Poison type moves to take reduced damage.

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