Blastoise vs Palkia: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Blastoise wins 0 stats, Palkia wins 5 stats, 1 tied.
Blastoise attacking Palkia
Not very effective
Palkia attacking Blastoise
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Blastoise | Palkia | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.6m | 4.2m |
| Weight | 85.5kg | 336.0kg |
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Palkia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 530).
- Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
- Palkia hits Blastoise for 1x damage while only taking 0.25x back.
- Palkia is faster (100 vs 78 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Blastoise is outside the usage rankings, Palkia is ranked #98 (on 0.1% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Blastoise vs Palkia — FAQ
Is Blastoise better than Palkia?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Palkia is the better overall pick. Palkia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 530); Palkia wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
Who would win a battle, Blastoise or Palkia?
Palkia has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.25x in return. Palkia is faster (100 vs 78 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Blastoise or Palkia have better stats?
Palkia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 530). Palkia is both bulkier and stronger offensively.