There are tons of different Water-type Pokemon available in Pokemon Sword & Shield. This guide will provide the best of the best Water-types in the Galar region. Water-type Pokemon is one of the most common types of Pokemon to exist in the Pokemon universe. Every generation, dozens of new Water creatures are introduced to give meaning to those who like to surf and fish. It's also one of the starting types when players choose their first Pokemon at the beginning of the game. For those looking for a good Pokemon to carry on your team and didn't choose Sobble at the start, here are the best Water-type Pokemon in Pokemon Sword & Shield.

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This applies to both competitive and casual play. While casual players don't have to worry too much when it comes to challenge in the game since most of the NPCs are fairly easy to defeat in battle, the competitive play brings an entirely new layer to the Pokemon formula. Players need to worry about the Pokemon's stats, Held Item, the proper time to switch in, the correct move to make per turn, and tons of mind games that come along with playing competitively. Now with the total of Pokemon in the game being raised to 600+, this guide will provide the best Water-types in the Galar region.

The Best Water-Types in Pokemon Sword & Shield

A player bikes through Lake of Outrage in Pokemon Sword & Shield

Here are the best Water-type Pokemon in the Galar Region.

  • Dracovish: This unique fossil Pokemon is one of the best Physical Water-types in the game. Its ability Strong Jaw increases the damage of biting moves. Combining that with Fishious Rend, a move known exclusively to Dracovish, and players have a powerful monster on their team.
  • Urshifu: The actual strongest Water-type Pokemon in the Galar region. Only available for players with the Pokemon Sword & Shield expansion pass. Players will need to choose the Water Tower to capture it. For those looking for a powerful legendary Pokemon, this is the way to go.
  • Rotom-Wash: A competitive Pokemon player classic. Grass is its only weakness since it has the Levitate ability, preventing it from getting hit with Ground-type moves. Great for setting up a Will-O-Wisp or Thunder Wave against the enemy.

Players without the Pokemon Sword & Shield expansion pass can still transfer older Pokemon from Pokemon Home as long as it is available in the game. Considering it is not the 25th anniversary of the series, tons of new announcements are right around the corner. Hopefully, this means a new Pokemon adventure to explore before the end of the year.

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Pokemon Sword & Shield is available now on Nintendo Switch.