Forretress is a Bug and Steel-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO. Evolving from Pineco using 50 candy, Forretress is known for having generally balanced stats that lean slightly towards defence. Despite Forretress’ strength against nine different types, there is one type it is very weak against. This guide will provide information on Forretress’ weakness in Pokemon GO.
What is Forretress’ Weakness in Pokemon GO?
In Pokemon GO, Forretress is only weak to Fire-type moves. Fire-type Pokemon deal 256% increased damage to Forretress, making it a significant weakness that can quickly change the outcome of a fight. The following are some examples of Fire-type Pokemon and movesets that counter Forretress in Pokemon GO:
- Reshiram: Fire Fang and Overheat
- Chandelure: Fire Spin or Incinerate and Overheat
- Moltres: Fire Spin and Overheat
- Blaziken: Fire Spin and Blast Burn
- Infernape: Fire Spin and Blast Burn
- Heatran: Fire Spin and Flamethrower
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Nine different types are also ineffective against Forretress. While most of these only inflict 63% of their regular damage, there are an additional two that deal only 39% of their usual damage. Forretress is strong against the following types in Pokemon GO:
- Normal (63%)
- Bug (63%)
- Steel (63%)
- Psychic (63%)
- Ice (63%)
- Dragon (63%)
- Fairy (63%)
- Poison (39%)
- Grass (39%)
Whether using Forretress in battles or fighting against it during raids, you’ll want to ensure you’re careful around Fire-type Pokemon. With Fire-type Pokemon providing such a massive advantage in battle, you’ll want to switch to one quickly if you’re against Forretress. Similarly, if you’re against a Fire-type, swap to a different Pokemon!
However, against the nine types listed above, you’re safe to use Forretress to either tank damage or defeat a couple of enemies. In particular, Forretress is useful with absorbing numerous hits from Poison and Grass-types while whittling them down.