Dark-type moves are strong against Ghost- and Psychic-type Pokémon, while Dark-type Pokémon themselves are weak to Bug-, Fairy-, and Fighting-type moves. In battles, this means:
- If you’re using a Dark-type Pokémon or moves, expect effectiveness against Ghost and Psychic opponents.
- When facing Dark-type opponents, plan to use Bug-, Fairy-, or Fighting-type moves to maximize damage.
Key counters by type:
- Bug: super effective against Dark, good general counter.
- Fairy: strong against Dark, useful against many Dark-typed threats.
- Fighting: effective and commonly available, provides coverage against Dark as well as other types.
Practical tips:
- For trainers using Dark types, consider carrying at least one Fairy- or Fighting-type move or Pokémon to handle opponents that resist or shrug off Dark moves.
- When facing a Dark-type gym defender or raid boss, prioritize Bug-, Fairy-, or Fighting-type moves to maximize damage output.
If you’d like, I can tailor a short counter-team or move-set plan based on the specific game (Pokémon main series, Pokémon GO, etc.) you’re playing and the exact Dark-type Pokémon you’re likely to encounter.
