Ground type
In the Pokémon world, Ground-type is one of the eighteen elemental Pokémon types that Pokémon and their moves can have.
Ground-type Pokémon are known for their connection to the earth and mastery over the ground element in the Pokémon world.
They are typically associated with earthy attributes, such as ruggedness, stability, and resilience. They often have physical traits resembling rock formations, desert-dwelling creatures, or burrowing animals.
Ground type characteristics
Ground-type Pokémon possess specific strengths and weaknesses that shape their effectiveness in battles.
Strengths
Ground-type moves are super effective against five other types: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, and Steel. This broad coverage allows Ground-type Pokémon to handle a wide range of opponents effectively.
Ground-type Pokémon are immune to all Electric-type moves, making them excellent counters against Electric-type Pokémon. This immunity provides them with a significant advantage in battles against Electric-type opponents.
Ground-type Pokémon have access to some of the most powerful moves in the game, such as Earthquake, Earth Power, and Bonemerang. These moves often have high base power and can deal substantial damage to opposing Pokémon.
In addition to their immunity to Electric-type moves, Ground-type Pokémon also have a natural resistance to Rock-type attacks. This resistance further enhances their durability and allows them to withstand attacks from Rock-type opponents.
Ground-type Pokémon can interact with certain terrains and weather conditions. For example, they can set up Sandstorm with moves like Sandstorm or Sand Stream ability, which can chip away at the health of non-Ground, Rock, or Steel-type Pokémon.
Weaknesses
Ground-type Pokémon are weak to Water, Grass, and Ice-type moves. These weaknesses leave them susceptible to attacks from Pokémon of these types, making them less effective in battles against Water, Grass, and Ice-type opponents.
While Ground-type Pokémon are known for their offensive capabilities, they may lack defensive options against certain types, particularly Water and Grass. Trainers must carefully manage their Ground-type Pokémon’s weaknesses to ensure their survival in battles.
Ground-type moves cannot hit Pokémon with the Levitate ability or Flying-type Pokémon. This limitation reduces the effectiveness of Ground-type moves against these Pokémon, requiring Ground-type Trainers to have alternative strategies to deal with them.
Ground-type Pokémon may be susceptible to status conditions like paralysis, sleep, or poison, which can hinder their performance in battles. Trainers must be mindful of these vulnerabilities and take precautions to prevent status conditions from impacting their Ground-type Pokémon’s effectiveness.
Understanding these strengths and weaknesses is essential for trainers to effectively utilize Ground-type Pokémon in battles and formulate strategies that capitalize on their advantages while mitigating their vulnerabilities.
Ground type chart
Ground-type moves are known for their ability to manipulate the earth and deal massive damage. Some iconic Ground-type moves include Earthquake, Earth Power, and Dig, which can inflict heavy damage on opponents and disrupt their strategies. Ground-type Pokémon often have access to coverage moves that complement their Ground-type STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) moves. These moves may include Rock-type moves like Stone Edge or Rock Slide to counter Flying or Fire-type Pokémon.
Ground-type Pokémon are often used as defensive walls due to their high Defense stats and immunity to Electric-type moves. They can withstand powerful physical attacks and provide valuable support to their team in battles.
Ground-type Pokémon are commonly found in rugged terrains such as mountains, caves, deserts, and rocky landscapes. They are adept at navigating these environments and may possess abilities or moves that interact with the terrain, such as Sand Stream or Sandstorm.
Ground-type Pokémon Trainers often appear as Gym Leaders or Elite Four members in the Pokémon games. They specialize in Ground-type Pokémon battles and present challenges to Trainers seeking to earn their badges or advance in the Pokémon League.
Ground type moves
Ground-type moves are known for their earth-shattering power and ability to manipulate the terrain. These Ground-type moves offer a variety of options for Ground-type Pokémon to deal damage, control the battlefield, and disrupt opponents’ strategies. Trainers often incorporate these moves into their strategies to maximize the effectiveness of their Ground-type Pokémon in battles.
Concluding with Generation IX, there are a total of 31 Ground-type moves, accounting for 3.32% of all moves (excluding situational Ground-type moves). This positions Ground moves as the second rarest type, tied with Flying and Dragon, with Rock being the rarest.
Prior to Generation IV, all damaging Ground-type moves were exclusively physical, but they may now also manifest as special attacks depending on the specific move. Additionally, some moves have undergone changes in their typing.
| Move | Category | Contest | Power | PP | Accuracy | Generation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bone Club | Physical | Tough | 65 | 20 (max 32) | 85% | I |
| Bonemerang | Physical | Tough | 50 | 10 (max 16) | 90% | I |
| Dig | Physical | Tough | 80 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | I |
| Earthquake | Physical | Tough | 100 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | I |
| Fissure | Physical | Tough | — | 5 (max 8) | 30% | I |
| Sand Attack | Status | Cute | — | 15 (max 24) | 100% | I |
| Bone Rush | Physical | Tough | 25 | 10 (max 16) | 90% | II |
| Magnitude | Physical | Tough | — | 30 (max 48) | 100% | II |
| Mud-Slap | Special | Cute | 20 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | II |
| Spikes | Status | Clever | — | 20 (max 32) | —% | II |
| Mud Shot | Special | Tough | 55 | 15 (max 24) | 95% | III |
| Mud Sport | Status | Cute | — | 15 (max 24) | —% | III |
| Sand Tomb | Physical | Clever | 35 | 15 (max 24) | 85% | III |
| Earth Power | Special | Beautiful | 90 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | IV |
| Mud Bomb | Special | Cute | 65 | 10 (max 16) | 85% | IV |
| Bulldoze | Physical | Tough | 60 | 20 (max 32) | 100% | V |
| Drill Run | Physical | Tough | 80 | 10 (max 16) | 95% | V |
| Land's Wrath | Physical | Beautiful | 90 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | VI |
| Precipice Blades | Physical | Cool | 120 | 10 (max 16) | 85% | VI |
| Rototiller | Status | Tough | — | 10 (max 16) | —% | VI |
| Thousand Arrows | Physical | Beautiful | 90 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | VI |
| Thousand Waves | Physical | Tough | 90 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | VI |
| High Horsepower | Physical | 95 | 10 (max 16) | 95% | VII | |
| Shore Up | Status | — | 10 (max 16) | —% | VII | |
| Stomping Tantrum | Physical | 75 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | VII | |
| Tectonic Rage | Physical | — | 1 (max 1) | —% | VII | |
| Tectonic Rage | Special | — | 1 (max 1) | —% | VII | |
| G-Max Sandblast | Physical | — | 3 (max 4) | —% | VIII | |
| G-Max Sandblast | Special | — | 3 (max 4) | —% | VIII | |
| Headlong Rush | Physical | 120 | 5 (max 8) | 100% | VIII | |
| Max Quake | Physical | — | 3 (max 4) | —% | VIII | |
| Max Quake | Special | — | 3 (max 4) | —% | VIII | |
| Sandsear Storm | Special | 100 | 10 (max 16) | 80% | VIII | |
| Scorching Sands | Special | 70 | 10 (max 16) | 100% | VIII |
Ground type abilities
Ground-type Pokémon possess a variety of abilities that complement their affinity for the earth and enhance their effectiveness in battles. Here are some notable Ground-type abilities commonly associated with Ground-type Pokémon:
Sand Veil: Sand Veil increases the Pokémon’s evasion during a sandstorm. This ability allows Ground-type Pokémon to maneuver more effectively in sandstorm conditions, making them harder to hit by opponents’ moves.
Sand Rush: Sand Rush doubles the Pokémon’s Speed stat during a sandstorm. This ability grants Ground-type Pokémon a significant speed boost in sandstorm conditions, allowing them to outspeed opponents and strike first in battles.
Sand Force: Sand Force boosts the power of the Pokémon’s Rock, Ground, and Steel-type moves by 30% during a sandstorm. This ability enhances the offensive capabilities of Ground-type Pokémon in sandstorm conditions, allowing them to deal increased damage with their moves.
Sand Stream: Sand Stream summons a sandstorm when the Pokémon enters the battlefield. This ability automatically sets up a sandstorm upon switching in, providing weather control and activating abilities like Sand Veil, Sand Rush, and Sand Force for Ground-type Pokémon.
Mold Breaker: While not exclusive to Ground-type Pokémon, some Ground-type Pokémon may possess the Mold Breaker ability. Mold Breaker allows the Pokémon to ignore the effects of the target’s abilities during battle, enabling Ground-type moves to bypass abilities like Levitate or Wonder Guard.
Arena Trap: Arena Trap prevents opposing Pokémon from switching out or fleeing during battle if they are grounded. This ability can trap opponents in battle, preventing them from escaping and allowing Ground-type Pokémon to capitalize on their advantage.
Earth Power: Earth Power boosts the power of the Pokémon’s special moves by 30% when the Pokémon’s HP is full. This ability encourages Ground-type Pokémon to maintain high HP levels and rewards them with increased damage output for doing so.
Drought: While not exclusive to Ground-type Pokémon, some Ground-type Pokémon may possess the Drought ability. Drought summons harsh sunlight when the Pokémon enters the battlefield, overriding the current weather condition. This ability can be used to counter opposing weather effects and activate abilities like Solar Power.
These Ground-type abilities contribute to the versatility and effectiveness of Ground-type Pokémon in battles, allowing them to control the battlefield, enhance their offensive capabilities, and exploit opponents’ weaknesses with strategic ability selection and utilization. Trainers often consider these abilities carefully when building their teams and formulating battle strategies.
Ground type Pokémon Trainers
Ground-type Pokémon Trainers are individuals who specialize in raising and battling with Pokémon of the Ground type. These trainers are often characterized by their affinity for earth-based Pokémon and their strategic prowess in battles.
Ground-type Pokémon Trainers have a deep connection to the earth and are drawn to Pokémon that embody the ruggedness and stability of the ground. They may prefer Pokémon with rock-like features, burrowing abilities, or desert-dwelling adaptations.
Ground-type Pokémon Trainers often employ defensive strategies in battles, utilizing the sturdy defenses of their Ground-type Pokémon to withstand opponents’ attacks and gradually wear them down. They may focus on setting up hazards like Stealth Rock or using moves that boost their Pokémon’s defenses.
Ground-type Pokémon Trainers excel at controlling the battlefield terrain to their advantage. They may utilize moves like Earthquake or Bulldoze to manipulate the ground beneath their opponents’ feet, disrupting their strategies and limiting their mobility.
Ground-type Pokémon Trainers are adaptable to various environments, including rocky landscapes, deserts, and mountainous regions.
In the Pokémon games, Ground-type Pokémon Trainers may appear as Gym Leaders or Elite Four members, specializing in Ground-type Pokémon battles. Some Ground-type Pokémon Trainers may have a deeper connection to the natural world, working as conservationists to protect habitats where Ground-type Pokémon thrive or as geologists studying the earth’s composition and geological features.
Notable Ground-type Pokémon Trainers are:
Giovanni
The Gym Leader of Cinnabar Island’s (later the Seafoam Islands’) Gym
Generation I, III, VII
Giovanni is the leader of Team Rocket and the Gym Leader of Viridian City in the Kanto region. He specializes in Ground-type Pokémon in the Pokémon games. Trainers face him as the final Gym Leader in Pokémon Red, Blue, Yellow, FireRed, and LeafGreen, and as the final Team Rocket boss in other games.
Bertha
The Gym Leader of Lavaridge Town’s hot springs Gym
Generation IV, VII
Bertha is one of the Elite Four members in the Sinnoh region. She specializes in Ground-type Pokémon battles and is known for her calm demeanor and formidable team. Trainers must defeat her in the Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum games as part of the Pokémon League challenge.
Clay
Member of the Sinnoh Elite Four
Generation V
Clay is the Gym Leader of Driftveil City in the Unova region. He specializes in Ground-type Pokémon and is also a mining tycoon. Trainers face him for the Quake Badge in the Pokémon Black and White games and the Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 sequels.
Hapu
One of the three Gym Leaders of Striaton City’s Gym
Generation VII
Hapu is the Island Kahuna of Poni Island in the Alola region. She specializes in Ground-type Pokémon and is known for her strong bond with her Mudsdale. Trainers face her in the Pokémon Sun and Moon games during the Island Challenge to prove their worthiness as Pokémon Trainers.
Rika
Member of the Kalos Elite Four
Generation IX
Rika is a character from the Pokémon Adventures manga series. She is known for her expertise in Ground-type Pokémon and serves as a Frontier Brain in the Battle Frontier. Trainers face her formidable team of Ground-type Pokémon in challenging battles.
Overall, Ground-type Pokémon Trainers are skilled and dedicated individuals who harness the power of the earth to excel in battles. Their defensive prowess, strategic thinking, and affinity for earth-based Pokémon make them formidable opponents and valuable allies in the Pokémon world.
Ground type Pokémon
Ending with Generation IX, there are a total of 90 Ground-type Pokémon species in the Pokémon universe. This includes both pure Ground-type Pokémon and dual-type Pokémon that have Ground as one of their types.
| Pokedex No | Pokémon picture | Pokemon name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| #0027 |  | Sandshrew | GROUND |
| #0028 |  | Sandslash | GROUND |
| #0031 |  | Nidoqueen | POISON GROUND |
| #0034 |  | Nidoking | POISON GROUND |
| #0050 |  | Diglett | GROUND |
| #0050 |  | Alolan Diglett | GROUND STEEL |
| #0051 |  | Dugtrio | GROUND |
| #0051 |  | Alolan Dugtrio | GROUND STEEL |
| #0074 |  | Geodude | ROCK GROUND |
| #0075 |  | Graveler | ROCK GROUND |
| #0076 |  | Golem | ROCK GROUND |
| #0095 |  | Onix | ROCK GROUND |
| #0104 |  | Cubone | GROUND |
| #0105 |  | Marowak | GROUND |
| #0111 |  | Rhyhorn | GROUND ROCK |
| #0112 |  | Rhydon | GROUND ROCK |
| #0194 | Wooper | WATER GROUND | |
| #0194 | Paldean Wooper | POISON GROUND | |
| #0195 | Quagsire | WATER GROUND | |
| #0207 | Gligar | GROUND FLYING | |
| #0208 |  | Steelix | STEEL GROUND |
| #0208 |  | Mega Steelix | STEEL GROUND |
| #0220 | Swinub | ICE GROUND | |
| #0221 | Piloswine | ICE GROUND | |
| #0231 | Phanpy | GROUND | |
| #0232 | Donphan | GROUND | |
| #0246 | Larvitar | ROCK GROUND | |
| #0247 | Pupitar | ROCK GROUND | |
| #0259 | Marshtomp | WATER GROUND | |
| #0260 | Swampert | WATER GROUND | |
| #0260 | Mega Swampert | WATER GROUND | |
| #0290 | Nincada | BUG GROUND | |
| #0322 | Numel | FIRE GROUND | |
| #0323 | Camerupt | FIRE GROUND | |
| #0323 | Mega Camerupt | FIRE GROUND | |
| #0328 | Trapinch | GROUND | |
| #0329 | Vibrava | GROUND DRAGON | |
| #0330 | Flygon | GROUND DRAGON | |
| #0339 | Barboach | WATER GROUND | |
| #0340 | Whiscash | WATER GROUND | |
| #0343 | Baltoy | GROUND PSYCHIC | |
| #0344 | Claydol | GROUND PSYCHIC | |
| #0383 | Groudon | GROUND | |
| #0383 | Primal Groudon | GROUND FIRE | |
| #0389 | Torterra | GRASS GROUND | |
| #0413 | Wormadam (Sandy Cloak) | BUG GROUND | |
| #0423 | Gastrodon | WATER GROUND | |
| #0443 | Gible | DRAGON GROUND | |
| #0444 | Gabite | DRAGON GROUND | |
| #0445 | Garchomp | DRAGON GROUND | |
| #0445 | Mega Garchomp | DRAGON GROUND | |
| #0449 | Hippopotas | GROUND | |
| #0450 | Hippowdon | GROUND | |
| #0464 |  | Rhyperior | GROUND ROCK |
| #0472 | Gliscor | GROUND FLYING | |
| #0473 | Mamoswine | ICE GROUND | |
| #0529 | Drilbur | GROUND | |
| #0530 | Excadrill | GROUND STEEL | |
| #0536 | Palpitoad | WATER GROUND | |
| #0537 | Seismitoad | WATER GROUND | |
| #0551 | Sandile | GROUND DARK | |
| #0552 | Krokorok | GROUND DARK | |
| #0553 | Krookodile | GROUND DARK | |
| #0562 | Galarian Yamask | GROUND GHOST | |
| #0618 | Stunfisk | GROUND ELECTRIC | |
| #0618 | Galarian Stunfisk | GROUND STEEL | |
| #0622 | Golett | GROUND GHOST | |
| #0623 | Golurk | GROUND GHOST | |
| #0645 | Landorus (Incarnate Forme) | GROUND FLYING | |
| #0645 | Landorus (Therian Forme) | GROUND FLYING | |
| #0660 | Diggersby | NORMAL GROUND | |
| #0718 | Zygarde (50% Forme) | DRAGON GROUND | |
| #0718 | Zygarde (10% Forme) | DRAGON GROUND | |
| #0718 | Zygarde (Complete Forme) | DRAGON GROUND | |
| #0749 | Mudbray | GROUND | |
| #0750 | Mudsdale | GROUND | |
| #0769 | Sandygast | GHOST GROUND | |
| #0770 | Palossand | GHOST GROUND | |
| #0843 | Silicobra | GROUND | |
| #0844 | Sandaconda | GROUND | |
| #0867 | Runerigus | GHOST GROUND | |
| #0901 | Ursaluna | GROUND NORMAL | |
| #0901 | Ursaluna (Bloodmoon) | GROUND NORMAL | |
| #0948 | Toedscool | GROUND GRASS | |
| #0949 | Toedscruel | GROUND GRASS | |
| #0980 | Clodsire | POISON GROUND | |
| #0984 | Great Tusk | GROUND FIGHTING | |
| #0989 | Sandy Shocks | ELECTRIC GROUND | |
| #0990 | Iron Treads | GROUND STEEL | |
| #1003 | Ting-Lu | DARK GROUND |
Overall, Ground-type Pokémon are valued for their offensive power, defensive capabilities, and versatility in battles. Trainers often incorporate Ground-type Pokémon into their teams to counter specific threats and provide solid foundations for their battle strategies.