Tympole

Tympole (Pokédex #0535) is a Water-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 5. It is officially classified as the Tadpole Pokémon. They warn others of danger by vibrating their cheeks to create a high-pitched sound.

As a Water-type POKEMON, Tympole has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Electric, Grass moves. It resists Fire, Water, Ice, Steel moves, taking only half damage from them.

Tympole's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 294 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 50 · ATK 50 · DEF 40 · SP.ATK 50 · SP.DEF 40 · SPD 64. Its standout stat is SPD (64), which makes it best suited for outspeeding opponents roles. Its abilities are Swift swim, Hydration, Water absorb, with Water absorb as its hidden ability.

Tympole stands 0.5 m (20") tall and weighs 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs). Capture rate: 255/255 (very easy to catch). Growth rate: Medium Slow. Egg groups: Water1.

Tympole is part of the Tympole → Palpitoad → Seismitoad evolution line (3-stage). Tympole is the base form and can evolve into Palpitoad via Level 25.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Palpitoad and Seismitoad. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.