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Tessy Counter Strategy — Pokémon Unbound

🏟️ Arena Field Effect: Elemental Flow (Type Shift)

Type Gimmick

Pokémon change their typing dynamically based on the first two moves they execute in combat.

💡 Immunity & Counter Tip: Plan your move orders carefully. You can force your Pokémon to become a type that resists Tessy's incoming attacks.

⚔️ Tessy's Team Roster

Sprite Pokémon Lvl Held Item Ability Nature & EVs Moveset Strategy Notes
Pelipper Pelipper Lv.58
Damp Rock Damp Rock
Drizzle
Bold
HP: 252, Def: 252
  • Hurricane
  • Scald
  • Roost
  • U-turn

Sets Rain immediately to boost Water moves. Pivots out with U-turn.
Swampert Swampert Lv.59
Swampertite Swampertite
Swift Swim
Adamant
Atk: 252, Spe: 252
  • Waterfall
  • Earthquake
  • Ice Punch
  • Bulk Up

Her Mega Ace. Incredibly fast under Rain due to Swift Swim. Sets up with Bulk Up.
Kingdra Kingdra Lv.58
Scope Lens Scope Lens
Swift Swim
Modest
SpA: 252, Spe: 252
  • Draco Meteor
  • Hydro Pump
  • Surf
  • Ice Beam

Rain abuser that hits for critical damage. Draco Meteor has massive coverage.
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🛡️ Recommended Counter Teams & Tactics

Dry Skin Heliolisk Pivot

Easy
Budget Friendly Core: Heliolisk

Heliolisk absorbs Water-type moves due to Dry Skin. Use Electric moves to threaten her team.

Lead Turn-by-Turn:
  • T1: Switch Heliolisk in on a predicted Water move to heal completely.
  • T2: Use Thunderbolt to hit Pelipper or Kingdra for massive damage.

🎁 Rewards & Gym Lockout Details

Victory Reward: Tide Badge, TM Scald, access to use Waterfall out of battle.

⚠️ Lockout Warning:

Polder Town Gym remains accessible for post-game rematches.

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