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Comprehensive technical data for the Water-type physical move Wave CrashPhysicalWaterwave-crash

Wave Crash Move Analysis: Evaluating Combat Performance and Recoil Mechanics in Pokemon Champions

Wave Crash serves as a high-impact Water-type physical move, delivering significant damage while inflicting recoil equal to one-third of the total damage dealt. This specific move profile enables careful calculation of offensive output against normal targets, helping trainers weigh the inherent damage trade-offs during competitive encounters.

MoveWave Crash
Stat profileWater
Power120
Accuracy100%
PP12
PhysicalPriority 0
Analyze the tactical trade-offs of recoil-based damage dealing in competitive matchups.Physical stats

Wave Crash: Evaluating High-Impact Physical Water Offense

Wave Crash serves as a primary physical Water-type offensive tool, defined by its high-power execution and immediate recoil penalty. By evaluating the inherent 1/3 damage feedback against the intended target profile, trainers determine if this direct assault provides the necessary pressure to overcome defensive pivots. Understanding the weight of this move reveals its specialized role in aggressive play.

Water TypePhysical MoveRecoil MechanicsSingle TargetContact Evaluation

Power

120

Accuracy

100%

Priority

0

Effect rate

—

Battle effectTarget · normal

The user takes 1/3 of the damage dealt by this move.

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Wave Crash Mechanical Traits and Interaction Flags

The mechanical flags assigned to Wave Crash dictate how this move interacts with ability-based protections and specific field resistances during combat. Recognizing that this attack makes physical contact is vital for navigating passive defenses and status-influencing abilities. Users should cross-reference these interaction markers to ensure move selection aligns with the expected outcomes of complex battle system rules.

Physical ContactRecoil MechanicsBattle InteractionMove PropertiesSystem Rules
Makes contactSound-basedPunch moveBiting moveSlicing moveBullet moveWind movePowder moveDefrosts on useBlocked by Protect/Detect
Analyze specific Pokemon candidates capable of utilizing this high-recoil physical strike in competitive settings.

Comprehensive Roster Distribution for the Water-Type Move Wave Crash

Wave Crash functions as a powerful physical tool, but its true utility depends entirely on the specific Pokemon capable of wielding it. Reviewing this structured learner list allows for precise evaluation of move distribution across the current roster. Cross-referencing these unique combatants helps players assess damage output and survivability trade-offs efficiently.

Move DistributionLearner PoolsPhysical AttackerRoster ContextCombat Analysis
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Comparative Analysis of Physical Water Attacks Related to Wave Crash

Assess Wave Crash alongside other high-impact physical Water-type moves to identify strategic trade-offs in battle. This comparative view clarifies how variations in recoil, base power, and target interaction influence move selection for diverse team builds. By examining these functional analogs, players gain greater clarity on optimal move sets for specific combat scenarios.

Water Type MovesPhysical CombatRecoil AnalysisStrategic ComparisonMove Role Overlap
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Physical
Power85
Accuracy100%
PP12

Primary effect

Has a 20% chance of lowering the target's Defense stat by 1 stage.

35PokemonView Liquidation move stats
Physical
Power80
Accuracy100%
PP16

Primary effect

Has a 20% chance of making the target flinch.

32PokemonView Waterfall Move Stats
Physical
Power80
Accuracy100%
PP12

Primary effect

The user gains the Submerged status on the turn this move is used then attacks on the following turn.

29PokemonView Dive Move Statistics
Physical
Power60
Accuracy100%
PP20

Primary effect

After attacking the user switches out of battle to be replaced by another party Pokémon.

20PokemonView Flip Turn Move Data
Physical
Power40
Accuracy100%
PP20
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Physical
Power90
Accuracy90%
PP12
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Compare Water-Type Moves and Combat Options

Review broader move collections to evaluate alternative Water-type attacks or identify different physical offensive options. Analyzing various move properties ensures optimized team construction and improved battle performance for every challenge encountered.

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