How to Beat Team Star's Poison Crew Leader, Atticus

Learn how to defeat Team Star's Poison Crew Leader, Atticus, in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Get tips on recommended Pokémon, weaknesses, and battle strategies.

Alright, let's get you ready to take on Atticus, the leader of Team Star's Poison Crew, in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet! He's got a bit of a ninja theme going on, but don't let that intimidate you. We'll break down his team and how to counter him.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Your Pokémon should ideally be Level 33 or higher.
• Ground and Psychic types are your best bet here.

Atticus's Pokémon:

• Skuntank (Level 32, Dark/Poison)
• Revavroom (Level 33, Poison/Steel)
• Muk (Level 32, Poison)
• Revavroom (Navi Starmobile, Level 32, Poison)

Phases:

1. Skuntank: Atticus leads with Skuntank. Be careful if you're planning to use Psychic-type Pokémon, as Skuntank's Dark typing makes Psychic attacks deal no damage. Your best bet here is to use a Ground-type Pokémon, as they are super-effective.
2. Revavroom: Next up is a regular Revavroom. Psychic types can hit this one for neutral damage, but Ground types still have a massive advantage, dealing 4x damage. Fire types are also a good option here.
3. Muk: Atticus then sends out Muk, a pure Poison type. This is where your Psychic types can shine if you held back earlier, or you can stick with your trusty Ground types.
4. Navi Starmobile Revavroom: Finally, Atticus brings out his trump card, the Navi Starmobile. This Revavroom uses moves like Flame Charge (Fire-type) and Spin Out (Steel-type). While your Ground and Psychic types are still effective, watch out as Spin Out can lower its own Speed. Steel types might be good for walling, but they are weak to Flame Charge. Interestingly, Water types can resist both Flame Charge and Spin Out. Consider Pokémon like Slowpoke (Water/Psychic) or Whiscash/Gastrodon (Water/Ground).

Strategy:

• Focus on using Ground-type attacks against most of Atticus's team, especially the Revavrooms.
• Don't lead with Psychic types against Skuntank.
• Be mindful of the Starmobile's moves; Water types offer good defensive coverage.

After you defeat Atticus, you'll earn a Star Badge and TM102 Gunk Shot. Cassiopeia will also call you, unlocking more TMs for crafting, and you'll get some materials for crafting from their helper.