Kingdra is a Water/Dragon-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II.
Type: Water / Dragon
Abilities:
- Swift Swim: Doubles Kingdra's Speed stat in rain.
- Sniper: Increases the power of critical hits by 2.25× instead of the standard 1.5×.
- Damp (Hidden Ability): Prevents the use of explosive moves such as Self-Destruct by either Pokémon on the field.
Physical Characteristics:
- Kingdra has a dragon-like appearance with a long, slender body reminiscent of a seahorse.
- Its body is primarily blue with a yellow underbelly and spiked fins along its back.
- It possesses a coiled, spiral-shaped tail and a pair of wing-like fins near its head.
- Its snout is long and tubular, adapted for underwater environments.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Kingdra inhabits deep ocean trenches and is rarely seen near the surface, making it quite a mysterious Pokémon.
- It is known to create whirlpools by yawning, which can be strong enough to sink ships.
- Kingdra is considered a solitary Pokémon and is often found in remote marine areas.
- It tends to be calm and composed, but when disturbed, it can become fiercely protective of its territory.
In Battle:
- Kingdra is a versatile battler with balanced stats, excelling in both offensive and defensive roles.
- Signature moves include Dragon Pulse, Hydro Pump, and Draco Meteor, which take advantage of its dual typing.
- Its Water/Dragon typing makes it weak only to Dragon and Fairy types, offering numerous resistances.
- Kingdra excels in rain-based teams due to its Swift Swim ability, becoming a formidable sweeper under these conditions.
Evolution:
- Kingdra evolves from Seadra when traded while holding a Dragon Scale.
- Seadra itself evolves from Horsea at level 32.
Interesting Facts:
- Kingdra's design is inspired by the mythical sea dragon, combining features of a dragon and a seahorse.
- In the Pokémon anime, Kingdra is often portrayed as a powerful and elusive Pokémon, reflecting its rarity in the wild.
- Its unique typing makes Kingdra one of the few Pokémon with minimal weaknesses, increasing its strategic value in battles.
- Kingdra's ability to control ocean currents and create whirlpools has led to legends of it being a guardian of the sea in some cultures.