"Oh yeah, the Goomy line's best attribute is their Special Defense! So against those energy type attacks. And because he's a Dragon type, there aren't many attack types that are super effective on him - really just ice, fairy, and other dragons. One strategy that might be effective until you get the hang of predicting how other Pokemon attack or their type is to use Protect and Absorb to wear them down until they pass out. It can take forever, but it's one way to do it."

Kirishima shrugs. He's not the most patient of people when it comes to a fight, especially not in the wild, but he definitely appreciates the value of a damage soak and time has gotten him better at strategizing it. "I wouldn't worry too much about the specific names of moves right now, even if they're all pretty basic. As long as King understands what you mean, that's all that matters. Once we get all these machine parts, we'll be able to get back to a place you can look at a PokeDex."