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Instantly determine how effective a Pokémon move will be against any defending type combination.
Pokémon Type Calculator
Choose the type of the move you are using.
Choose the primary type of the target Pokémon.
If the target has a second type, select it here.
Base Multiplier: –
STAB Bonus: –
Formula: Final Multiplier = Base Multiplier × STAB Bonus (if the attacking type matches a defending type, STAB = 1.5, otherwise 1).
Type Effectiveness Table
| Defending Type | Multiplier |
|---|
Effectiveness Chart
What is {primary_keyword}?
{primary_keyword} is a tool that calculates the damage multiplier when a Pokémon uses a move of a specific type against a target with one or two defending types. Trainers, competitive players, and casual fans use it to plan battles, understand strengths and weaknesses, and optimize team composition. A common misconception is that the calculator only works for single‑type Pokémon; in reality, it fully supports dual‑type combinations and even accounts for the Same‑Type Attack Bonus (STAB).
{primary_keyword} Formula and Mathematical Explanation
The calculation follows a straightforward two‑step process:
- Determine the Base Multiplier by looking up the effectiveness of the attacking type against each defending type. Multiply the two values together if a second defending type is present.
- Apply the STAB Bonus. If the attacking type matches either defending type, the multiplier is increased by 1.5×; otherwise, it remains unchanged.
Final Multiplier = Base Multiplier × STAB Bonus.
| Variable | Meaning | Unit | Typical Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attack Type | Type of the move used | — | 18 possible values |
| Defender Type 1 | Primary type of target | — | 18 possible values |
| Defender Type 2 | Secondary type of target (optional) | — | 0–18 values |
| Base Multiplier | Product of effectiveness against each defending type | × | 0 – 4 |
| STAB Bonus | Same‑type attack bonus factor | × | 1 or 1.5 |
| Final Multiplier | Overall damage factor | × | 0 – 6 |
Practical Examples (Real-World Use Cases)
Example 1: Fire Blast vs. Charizard (Fire/Flying)
Inputs: Attacking Type = Fire, Defending Type 1 = Fire, Defending Type 2 = Flying.
Base Multiplier = 0.5 (Fire vs Fire) × 2 (Fire vs Flying) = 1.0
STAB Bonus = 1.5 (attacking type matches one defending type)
Final Multiplier = 1.0 × 1.5 = 1.5
Interpretation: The move deals 1.5× normal damage – a modest boost due to STAB despite the Fire resistance.
Example 2: Ice Beam vs. Gyarados (Water/Flying)
Inputs: Attacking Type = Ice, Defending Type 1 = Water, Defending Type 2 = Flying.
Base Multiplier = 2 (Ice vs Water) × 2 (Ice vs Flying) = 4
STAB Bonus = 1 (no matching type)
Final Multiplier = 4 × 1 = 4
Interpretation: Ice Beam hits for quadruple damage, making it an excellent choice against Gyarados.
How to Use This {primary_keyword} Calculator
- Select the attacking move’s type from the first dropdown.
- Choose the target’s primary type.
- If the target has a secondary type, select it; otherwise leave “None”.
- The Base Multiplier, STAB Bonus, and Final Multiplier update instantly.
- Read the highlighted result to understand the damage factor.
- Use the “Copy Results” button to paste the numbers into your battle plan.
Key Factors That Affect {primary_keyword} Results
- Type Matchups: Each attacking type has specific strengths and weaknesses against defending types.
- Dual Types: Combining two defending types can dramatically reduce or increase damage.
- STAB (Same‑Type Attack Bonus): Matching the attacker’s type adds a 1.5× multiplier.
- Immunities: Certain type combinations result in a 0 multiplier, nullifying damage.
- Weather Effects: In competitive play, weather can modify certain type effectiveness (e.g., Sun boosts Fire).
- Ability Modifiers: Abilities like “Levitate” or “Flash Fire” can alter the effective multiplier.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Can the calculator handle Pokémon with only one type?
- Yes. Leave the second defending type set to “None”.
- What does a multiplier of 0 mean?
- The defending Pokémon is immune to the attacking type; no damage is dealt.
- Is STAB always applied?
- STAB is applied only when the attacking type matches at least one of the defending types in this simplified model.
- Does the calculator consider abilities?
- No. It focuses solely on pure type effectiveness.
- How are fractional multipliers displayed?
- All multipliers are shown to two decimal places for clarity.
- Can I use this tool for competitive battle simulations?
- It provides the core damage factor, which is a key component of any simulation.
- Why does the chart show some bars at the same height?
- Those types share the same effectiveness value for the selected attack.
- Is the data up‑to‑date with the latest games?
- The type chart reflects the standard generation‑VIII mechanics.
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