Exploring the World of Psychic-type Pokemon

Within the Pokemon franchise, the Psychic-type Pokemon are renowned for their immense strength and abilities.

Psychic-type Pokemon have been present in the Pokemon franchise since its inception, causing challenges for players for more than 25 years. While they can be formidable allies in battle, they can also be a daunting opponent to face.

To successfully face a Psychic-type in any Pokemon game and to effectively incorporate one into your team, it is important to be aware of the following information.

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Can you tell me more about Psychic-type Pokemon?
Psychic-type Pokemon weaknesses
Psychic-type Pokemon strengths & resistances
Best counters for Psychic-type Pokemon
Best Tera Types for Psychic-type Pokemon
All Psychic-type moves

Jirachi’s dual Psychic/Steel typing makes it very versatile.

What is a Psychic-type Pokemon?

Pokemon with psychic abilities utilize their mental powers in combat, often employing telekinesis and hypnosis as key tactics.

An instance of this is seen with the move ‘Confusion’, which induces a trance-like state in the opposing Pokemon, compelling them to attack their own teammates or themselves.

Many Legendary Pokemon are Psychic-type because they are direct descendants of the mighty Pokemon deity, Arceus.

Pokemon Weaknesses: Psychic Type

The move types that all Psychic-type Pokemon are vulnerable to include:

Bug
Ghost
Dark

Pokemon of the Dark type are highly effective against those of the Psychic type, as they possess immunity to Psychic moves. If you are facing formidable opponents, choosing a Dark-type Pokemon would be a wise decision.

Psychic-type moves are not very effective against Steel-type Pokemon or other Psychic-type Pokemon, resulting in low damage.

It is important to note that Psychic-type Pokemon may also possess a secondary type, such as a dual Grass-typing. In such cases, they will also be vulnerable to other types of attacks associated with their secondary type.

If you were fighting against the legendary Celebi, known for being a Grass/Psychic-type, using Fire-type moves would prove effective in addition to Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves.

Psychic-type Pokemon strengths & resistances

Abra may be the first Psychic-type Pokemon players ever come across.

It’s important to refrain from bringing any Fighting or Poison-type Pokémon into a Psychic battle, as their moves are ineffective against this type and will not cause much damage.

In the meantime, Fighting-type Pokemon are weak against Psychic-type moves, receiving double the damage.

Best counters for Psychic-type Pokemon

To effectively battle against Psychic-type Pokemon, these counters are recommended:

Darkrai (Dark/Ghost)
Dragapult (Dark/Ghost)
Spiritomb (Ghost/Dark)
Sableye (Ghost/Dark)
Gengar (Ghost/Poison)
Scizor (Bug/Steel)
Bisharp (Dark/Steel)

The Steel and Dark pairing is an excellent option for a Psychic showdown due to the Steel-type’s resilience against Psychic attacks, providing additional defense.

Best Tera Types for Psychic-type Pokemon

With the inclusion of Tera Types in the latest installment of the Pokemon franchise, Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, it is crucial for players to be familiar with the optimal combinations for Psychic-type Pokemon. This unique mechanic slightly alters the rules of battle.

Psychic: They receive an added power boost in addition to their STAB. Additionally, their vulnerabilities from their secondary typing are eliminated.
The Fire type boosts the power of Fire-type moves against Bug-type Pokémon, exploiting their weakness.
Fairy: Boosts Fairy-type moves and negates their Dark-type weakness.

All Psychic-type moves

Mew from the Pokemon Journeys anime — THE POKEMON COMPANY

Mew and many other Legendaries are Psychic-type Pokemon.

Below is a list of all 79 Psychic-type moves in Pokemon:

Generation One

Agility
Amnesia
Barrier
Confusion
Dream Eater
Hypnosis
Kinesis
Light Screen
Meditate
Psybeam
Psychic
Psywave
Reflect
Rest
Teleport

Generation Two

Future Sight
Mirror Coat

Generation Three

Calm Mind
Cosmic Power
Extrasensory
Imprison
Luster Purge
Magic Coat
Mist Ball
Psycho Boost
Role Play
Skill Swap
Trick

Generation Four

Gravity
Guard Swap
Heal Block
Healing Wish
Heart Swap
Lunar Dance
Miracle Eye
Power Swap
Power Trick
Psycho Cut
Psycho Shift
Trick Room
Zen Headbutt

Generation Five

Ally Switch
Guard Split
Heal Pulse
Heart Stamp
Magic Room
Power Split
Psyshock
Psystrike
Stored Power
Synchronise
Telekinesis
Wonder Room

Generation Six

Hyperspace Hole

Generation Seven

Genesis Supernova
Glitzy Glow
Instruct
Light That Burns The Sky
Photon Geyser
Prismatic Laser
Psychic Fangs
Psychic Terrain
Shattered Psyche
Speed Swap

Generation Eight

Eerie Spell
Esper Wing
Expanding Force
Freezing Glare
G-Max Gravitas
Lunar Blessing
Magic Powder
Max Mindstorm
Mystical Power
Psyshield Bash
Take Heart

Generation Nine

Crash Light
Psyblade
Psychic Noise
Twin Beam