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Pokemon Team Builder — Type Coverage Analyzer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Constructing a Balanced Roster

By pulling live data directly from the PokeAPI, the builder provides real sprites, accurate base stats, and full dual-type information. It allows you to simulate your composition and spot critical vulnerabilities before hitting the ranked ladder.

"Verified by VGC players. The weakness grid immediately highlights if you've accidentally stacked 3 Pokemon weak to Ground."

Core Teambuilding Principles

  • Offensive Coverage: Aim for at least four distinct attacking types. Ice, Ground, Fighting, and Fairy cover the widest range of threats.
  • Defensive Synergy: Pair Pokemon whose weaknesses cancel out (e.g., a Water type paired with a Ground type to absorb Electric attacks).
  • Speed Control: Ensure at least one member offers speed control, whether through Tailwind, Trick Room, or naturally high base Speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Team Builder do?
It allows you to select six Pokemon and instantly calculates the combined type weaknesses, resistances, and average base stats to identify coverage gaps.
How are type weaknesses calculated?
The builder applies the 18-type effectiveness chart to every Pokemon (including dual-types). It flags a weakness if an attacking type deals 2x or 4x damage.
Is the Pokemon data up to date?
Yes, it fetches data live from PokeAPI, covering over 1,025 Pokemon up to the latest mainline expansions.

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