Pokemon Water Starter Tier List
Every Pokemon starter is loved by someone, and that love usually begins at first sight. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are proof of this as, one way or another, fans immediately fell for Fuecoco, Sprigatito, and Quaxly. Fuecoco appears to be the most popular starter for now, but that could very well change based on final evolutions and other details.
Surely, stats matter in games like Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. That may play some role in many players’ choices, but arguably, the most important element is the Starter’s design. Some are hit or miss for some people, but even just looking at Water starters, the rule of cool is in full effect. Comparing how they realize their design, their typing, and their stats is fun, and for this Water Starter tier list, these things matter in that exact order. Design of the first and final form weighs more heavily than the rest of these factors. The tier list is based on this and then sorted numerically based on the starter’s generation.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Fan Make Their Own Version of Sprigatito's Final Evolution
Gen 3: Mudkip, Marshtomp, and Swampert – Mudkip and Swampert have awesome designs, one that fans have loved for a long time, and there’s no shortage of Mudkip memes because of it either. The Hoenn starters went a long way in making the region so beloved; Mudkip is no exception. Combine this with its Water/Ground typing, its Mega evolution, and Mudkip is real threat through and through.
Gen 4: Piplup, Prinplup, Empoleon – Piplup is a cute penguin who manages to retain the best of its design as it evolves. Empoleon’s regal stature is certainly appreciated, but its Water/Steel typing makes it a real stand-out compared to other Water starters.
Gen 6: Froakie, Frogadier, Greninja — A
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