Uncover the Shadowy Secrets of Dark Type Pokémon

Dark-type Pokémon were introduced in Generation II of the Pokémon series as a counterbalance to Psychic-type dominance. Known as the "Evil type" in Japan, Dark-types are characterized by their cunning and often villainous traits, both in design and battle mechanics.

Key Characteristics

• Strengths: Dark-type moves are super effective against Psychic- and Ghost-types, exploiting their weaknesses to "evil" energy.
• Weaknesses: They are weak to Fighting-, Bug-, and Fairy-type moves, which deal 160% damage in games like Pokémon GO.
• Immunities: Dark-types are immune to Psychic-type moves, making them a strong counter to Psychic Pokémon.
• Defensive Traits: Dark-types resist Ghost- and other Dark-type moves.

Notable Pokémon

1. Umbreon: A pure Dark-type known for its defensive capabilities.
2. Hydreigon: A dual Dragon/Dark-type with powerful offensive stats.
3. Darkrai: A legendary Pokémon famous for its ability to induce nightmares using its move Dark Void.
4. Tyranitar: A Rock/Dark-type with high durability and attack power.

Battle Mechanics

• In Generations II and III, all Dark-type moves were classified as Special attacks. This changed in Generation IV when moves were split into Physical and Special categories based on individual attacks.
• Some notable Dark-type moves include Crunch, Pursuit, and Dark Pulse.

Trivia

• Before the introduction of Fairy-types in Generation VI, the Ghost/Dark combination (e.g., Sableye) had no weaknesses unless specific conditions like Foresight were applied.
• Dark-types often embody themes of mischief or villainy, but they aren't inherently "evil".

Dark-types remain a popular choice for their unique abilities and thematic appeal, offering both strategic advantages and memorable designs.