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Learn about the Water Absorb ability in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. Discover which Pokémon have it and how it heals them by 1/4 HP when hit by Water-type moves.

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Learn about the Water Absorb ability in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. Discover which Pokémon have it and how it heals them by 1/4 HP when hit by Water-type moves.

The Water Absorb ability is a passive effect that benefits specific Pokémon. When a Pokémon possessing this ability is targeted by a Water-type move, it does not take damage. Instead, it recovers 1/4 of its maximum HP.

Pokémon with Water Absorb:

  • Poliwag
  • Poliwhirl
  • Poliwrath
  • Lapras
  • Vaporeon
  • Politoed
  • Wooper
  • Quagsire
  • Mantine
  • Mantyke
Tips
  • This ability is particularly useful for conserving healing items during your journey.
  • Consider training Pokémon with Water Absorb if you frequently face opponents who use Water-type attacks.

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