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Water Gun

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Water Gun

Water-type special move in Pokémon Sun & Moon.

Move text

The target is blasted with a forceful shot of water.

Details

Introduced

Generation I

Power

40

Accuracy

100

PP

25

Priority

0

Makes contact?

No

Machine

-

Learners

Pokémon that learn this move through special or alternate methods.

Rattata

#15

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Raticate

#16

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Nidorina

#30

Poison
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Nidoqueen

#31

PoisonGround
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Chansey

#33

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Nidorino

#33

Poison
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Blissey

#34

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Nidoking

#34

PoisonGround
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Snorlax

#36

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Meowth

#45

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Persian

#46

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Smeargle

#58

Normal
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Smeargle

#58

Normal
Permanently copy with Sketch; a source Pokémon must use the move

Seel

#86

Water
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Dewgong

#87

WaterIce
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Gyarados

#92

WaterFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Gyarados Mega

#92

WaterDark
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Krabby

#98

Water
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Kingler

#99

Water
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Tentacool

#106

WaterPoison
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Tentacruel

#107

WaterPoison
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Lickitung

#108

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Rhydon

#112

GroundRock
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Cloyster

#116

WaterIce
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Cloyster

#116

WaterIce
Shellder — level up; retain through evolution

Jynx

#124

IcePsychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Jigglypuff

#135

NormalFairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Wigglytuff

#136

NormalFairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Kabuto

#140

RockWater
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Kabutops

#141

RockWater
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Articuno

#144

IceFlying
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mewtwo

#150

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mewtwo Mega X

#150

PsychicFighting
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mewtwo Mega Y

#150

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mew

#151

Psychic
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available; eligible Mew distribution only (OT GF/ゲーフリ, Trainer ID 22796)

Poliwrath

#151

WaterFighting
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Poliwrath

#151

WaterFighting
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Poliwrath

#151

WaterFighting
Poliwhirl — level up; retain through evolution

Poliwrath

#151

WaterFighting
Poliwag — level up; retain through evolution

Politoed

#152

Water
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Politoed

#152

Water
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Politoed

#152

Water
Poliwhirl — level up; retain through evolution

Politoed

#152

Water
Poliwag — level up; retain through evolution

Goldeen

#153

Water
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Seaking

#154

Water
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Cubone

#163

Ground
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Marowak

#164

Ground
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Marowak Alola

#164

FireGhost
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Kangaskhan

#165

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Kangaskhan Mega

#165

Normal
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Clefairy

#211

Fairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Clefable

#212

Fairy
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Phanpy

#231

Ground
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Donphan

#232

Ground
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Suicune

#245

Water
3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Lotad

#270

WaterGrass
Egg

Lombre

#271

WaterGrass
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Lombre

#271

WaterGrass
Lotad — breeding; retain through evolution

Ludicolo

#272

WaterGrass
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Ludicolo

#272

WaterGrass
Lotad — breeding; retain through evolution

Related

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Other moves that share this move type.
MoveTypeClassTMPowerAcc.PPPokémonDescription
Aqua JetWaterPhysical

-

401002053

The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. This move always goes first.

Aqua RingWaterStatus

-

--2062

The user envelops itself in a veil made of water. It regains some HP every turn.

Aqua TailWaterPhysical

-

909010170

The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.

BrineWaterSpecial

-

6510010100

If the target’s HP is half or less, this attack will hit with double the power.

BubbleWaterSpecial

-

401003058

A spray of countless bubbles is jetted at the opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their Speed stat.

Bubble BeamWaterSpecial

-

6510020115

A spray of bubbles is forcefully ejected at the target. This may also lower its Speed stat.

ClampWaterPhysical

-

3585158

The target is clamped and squeezed by the user’s very thick and sturdy shell for four to five turns.

CrabhammerWaterPhysical

-

10090109

The target is hammered with a large pincer. Critical hits land more easily.

DiveWaterPhysical

-

8010010129

Diving on the first turn, the user floats up and attacks on the next turn.

Hydro CannonWaterSpecial

-

15090512

The target is hit with a watery blast. The user can’t move on the next turn.

Hydro PumpWaterSpecial

-

110805111

The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.

Hydro VortexWaterPhysical

-

--10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

Hydro VortexWaterSpecial

-

--10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

LiquidationWaterPhysical

-

851001073

The user slams into the target using a full-force blast of water. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Muddy WaterWaterSpecial

-

90851049

The user attacks by shooting muddy water at the opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their accuracy.

Oceanic OperettaWaterSpecial

-

195-10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

OctazookaWaterSpecial

-

6585106

The user attacks by spraying ink in the target’s face or eyes. This may also lower the target’s accuracy.

Origin PulseWaterSpecial

-

11085103

The user attacks opposing Pokémon with countless beams of light that glow a deep and brilliant blue.

Rain DanceWaterStatus--5701

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers the power of Fire-type moves.

Razor ShellWaterPhysical

-

75951011

The user cuts its target with sharp shells. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

ScaldWaterSpecial8010015146

The user shoots boiling hot water at its target. This may also leave the target with a burn.

SoakWaterStatus

-

-1002029

The user shoots a torrent of water at the target and changes the target’s type to Water.

Sparkling AriaWaterSpecial

-

90100102

The user bursts into song, emitting many bubbles. Any Pokémon suffering from a burn will be healed by the touch of these bubbles.

Steam EruptionWaterSpecial

-

1109552

The user immerses the target in superheated steam. This may also leave the target with a burn.

SurfWaterSpecial9010015254

The user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave.

Water PledgeWaterSpecial

-

801001046

A column of water strikes the target. When combined with its fire equivalent, its power increases and a rainbow appears.

Water PulseWaterSpecial

-

6010020294

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Water ShurikenWaterSpecial

-

15100205

The user hits the target with throwing stars two to five times in a row. This move always goes first.

Water SportWaterStatus

-

--1570

The user soaks the battlefield with water. This weakens Fire-type moves for five turns.

Water SpoutWaterSpecial

-

150100513

The user spouts water to damage opposing Pokémon. The lower the user’s HP, the lower the move’s power.

WaterfallWaterPhysical8010015146

The user charges at the target and may make it flinch.

WhirlpoolWaterSpecial

-

358515147

The user traps the target in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns.

WithdrawWaterStatus

-

--4026

The user withdraws its body into its hard shell, raising its Defense stat.

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