{"id":484353,"date":"2025-04-30T00:56:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T00:56:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=484353"},"modified":"2025-04-30T00:56:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T00:56:29","slug":"what-pokemon-kills-dragonite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/","title":{"rendered":"What Pok\u00e9mon kills Dragonite?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#Cracking_the_Code_What_Pokemon_Decimates_Dragonite\" title=\"Cracking the Code: What Pok\u00e9mon Decimates Dragonite?\">Cracking the Code: What Pok\u00e9mon Decimates Dragonite?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#Why_Ice_Rules_the_Sky_Against_Dragonite\" title=\"Why Ice Rules the Sky Against Dragonite\">Why Ice Rules the Sky Against Dragonite<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#Beyond_Ice_Other_Strategies_to_Topple_Dragonite\" title=\"Beyond Ice: Other Strategies to Topple Dragonite\">Beyond Ice: Other Strategies to Topple Dragonite<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#Factors_Affecting_the_Outcome_A_Deeper_Dive\" title=\"Factors Affecting the Outcome: A Deeper Dive\">Factors Affecting the Outcome: A Deeper Dive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#Dragonite_More_Than_Just_a_Type_Weakness\" title=\"Dragonite: More Than Just a Type Weakness\">Dragonite: More Than Just a Type Weakness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_about_Dragonite_Counters\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dragonite Counters\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dragonite Counters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#1_What_is_Dragonites_most_significant_weakness\" title=\"1. What is Dragonite&#8217;s most significant weakness?\">1. What is Dragonite&#8217;s most significant weakness?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#2_What_Ice-type_Pokemon_is_the_best_Dragonite_counter\" title=\"2. What Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon is the best Dragonite counter?\">2. What Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon is the best Dragonite counter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#3_Can_Dragonite_survive_an_Ice_Beam_from_a_strong_Special_Attacker\" title=\"3. Can Dragonite survive an Ice Beam from a strong Special Attacker?\">3. Can Dragonite survive an Ice Beam from a strong Special Attacker?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#4_How_does_Dragonites_Multiscale_ability_affect_its_vulnerability_to_Ice\" title=\"4. How does Dragonite&#8217;s Multiscale ability affect its vulnerability to Ice?\">4. How does Dragonite&#8217;s Multiscale ability affect its vulnerability to Ice?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#5_What_are_some_good_strategies_to_break_Dragonites_Multiscale\" title=\"5. What are some good strategies to break Dragonite&#8217;s Multiscale?\">5. What are some good strategies to break Dragonite&#8217;s Multiscale?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#6_Does_Dragonite_have_any_moves_that_can_counter_Ice-type_Pokemon\" title=\"6. Does Dragonite have any moves that can counter Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon?\">6. Does Dragonite have any moves that can counter Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#7_Is_Dragonite_viable_in_competitive_play\" title=\"7. Is Dragonite viable in competitive play?\">7. Is Dragonite viable in competitive play?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#8_How_should_I_build_a_team_around_Dragonite_to_mitigate_its_weaknesses\" title=\"8. How should I build a team around Dragonite to mitigate its weaknesses?\">8. How should I build a team around Dragonite to mitigate its weaknesses?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#9_What_held_items_are_commonly_used_on_Dragonite_and_how_do_they_affect_its_counters\" title=\"9. What held items are commonly used on Dragonite, and how do they affect its counters?\">9. What held items are commonly used on Dragonite, and how do they affect its counters?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#10_What_are_some_non-Ice-type_Pokemon_that_can_effectively_counter_Dragonite\" title=\"10. What are some non-Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon that can effectively counter Dragonite?\">10. What are some non-Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon that can effectively counter Dragonite?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#11_How_does_weather_affect_Dragonites_performance_against_Ice-type_attacks\" title=\"11. How does weather affect Dragonite&#8217;s performance against Ice-type attacks?\">11. How does weather affect Dragonite&#8217;s performance against Ice-type attacks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#12_Can_a_Dragonite_with_Dragon_Dance_sweep_a_team\" title=\"12. Can a Dragonite with Dragon Dance sweep a team?\">12. Can a Dragonite with Dragon Dance sweep a team?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#13_How_does_Dragonite_fare_against_specific_popular_Ice-type_Pokemon_like_Weavile\" title=\"13. How does Dragonite fare against specific popular Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon like Weavile?\">13. How does Dragonite fare against specific popular Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon like Weavile?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#14_What_is_the_best_way_to_predict_and_play_around_Dragonites_moveset\" title=\"14. What is the best way to predict and play around Dragonite&#8217;s moveset?\">14. What is the best way to predict and play around Dragonite&#8217;s moveset?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-pokemon-kills-dragonite\/#15_Are_there_any_strategies_to_turn_Dragonites_Ice_weakness_into_an_advantage\" title=\"15. Are there any strategies to turn Dragonite&#8217;s Ice weakness into an advantage?\">15. Are there any strategies to turn Dragonite&#8217;s Ice weakness into an advantage?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cracking_the_Code_What_Pokemon_Decimates_Dragonite\"><\/span>Cracking the Code: What Pok\u00e9mon Decimates Dragonite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Dragonite, the gentle, yet formidable, Dragon\/Flying-type Pok\u00e9mon, is a powerhouse in any team. Its high Attack and Special Attack, coupled with decent bulk, make it a threat to be reckoned with. But even the mighty fall. So, the burning question: <strong>What Pok\u00e9mon reliably defeats Dragonite?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The answer, in a nutshell, is <strong>Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon and moves<\/strong>. Dragonite&#8217;s double weakness to Ice-type attacks means a super-effective hit from a strong Ice-type move can easily OHKO (one-hit knock out) it. Pok\u00e9mon like <strong>Mamoswine, Weavile, and Kyurem<\/strong> are prime examples of Pok\u00e9mon capable of taking down Dragonite. However, many factors beyond typing come into play, including movesets, abilities, held items, and even team synergy. Let&#8217;s delve deeper.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Ice_Rules_the_Sky_Against_Dragonite\"><\/span>Why Ice Rules the Sky Against Dragonite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dragonite&#8217;s dual typing, while providing some unique resistances (like to Ground), leaves it exceptionally vulnerable to Ice. A 4x weakness means Ice-type moves deal quadruple damage. This makes virtually any Ice-type attack a significant threat, even from Pok\u00e9mon with lower Special Attack stats. The prevalence of powerful Ice-type moves like <strong>Ice Beam, Ice Punch, and Icicle Crash<\/strong> further exacerbates Dragonite&#8217;s vulnerability.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the type matchup, many Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon also boast high Attack or Special Attack stats, amplifying the damage output even further. <strong>Weavile&#8217;s blistering Speed and Attack, Mamoswine&#8217;s raw power, and Kyurem&#8217;s monstrous Special Attack<\/strong> make them formidable Dragonite counters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beyond_Ice_Other_Strategies_to_Topple_Dragonite\"><\/span>Beyond Ice: Other Strategies to Topple Dragonite<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While Ice is the most common and reliable counter, it&#8217;s not the only way to defeat Dragonite. Here are other effective strategies:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fairy-type attacks:<\/strong> Fairy-type moves deal neutral damage to Dragonite, but some Fairy-type Pok\u00e9mon possess excellent bulk and utility moves. <strong>Togekiss<\/strong> with its access to both strong Fairy moves and utility options like Thunder Wave can cripple Dragonite.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Status conditions:<\/strong> Paralyzing Dragonite with <strong>Thunder Wave<\/strong> can significantly reduce its Speed, making it easier to outspeed and KO with other moves. Burning it with <strong>Will-O-Wisp<\/strong> gradually chips away at its health, forcing it to switch out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Priority moves:<\/strong> Powerful priority moves like <strong>Extreme Speed (Dragonite&#8217;s own move!) or Mach Punch<\/strong> can bypass Dragonite&#8217;s Speed and deliver a swift KO, especially if Dragonite is already weakened.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powerful neutral attacks:<\/strong> Pok\u00e9mon with exceptionally high Attack or Special Attack stats can potentially OHKO Dragonite with a strong neutral attack, provided they can outspeed it. <strong>Regieleki<\/strong> with Hyper Beam, or <strong>Choice Banded Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> in general.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wall\/stall teams:<\/strong> Pok\u00e9mon with high defense and access to recovery moves can stall out Dragonite and whittle down its health over time. <strong>Skarmory<\/strong> with its high Defense and access to Whirlwind and Roost is an example.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Affecting_the_Outcome_A_Deeper_Dive\"><\/span>Factors Affecting the Outcome: A Deeper Dive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The battle isn&#8217;t always as simple as &#8220;Ice beats Dragon.&#8221; Several factors can influence the outcome:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dragonite&#8217;s moveset:<\/strong> A Dragonite with <strong>coverage moves<\/strong> like Earthquake or Fire Punch can potentially surprise and KO its counters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dragonite&#8217;s ability:<\/strong> <strong>Multiscale<\/strong> halves damage when Dragonite is at full HP, making it significantly more difficult to OHKO.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dragonite&#8217;s held item:<\/strong> <strong>Weakness Policy<\/strong> boosts Dragonite&#8217;s Attack and Special Attack by two stages when hit by a super-effective move, potentially turning the tables on its attacker. <strong>Life Orb<\/strong> boosts move power at the cost of HP.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Team support:<\/strong> Moves like <strong>Reflect or Light Screen<\/strong> can mitigate damage, allowing Dragonite to survive stronger attacks. Moves like <strong>Sticky Web<\/strong> can slow down opponents before Dragonite even gets to battle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dragonite_More_Than_Just_a_Type_Weakness\"><\/span>Dragonite: More Than Just a Type Weakness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite its vulnerability to Ice, Dragonite is a versatile and powerful Pok\u00e9mon that can be a valuable asset to any team. Its wide movepool, decent bulk, and access to powerful abilities make it a force to be reckoned with. Understanding its weaknesses is crucial, but equally important is recognizing its strengths and utilizing it effectively.<\/p>\n<p>Remember that the world of Pok\u00e9mon battles is a complex dance of strategy, prediction, and adaptation. Knowledge of type matchups is essential, but it&#8217;s just one piece of the puzzle. Don&#8217;t underestimate your opponent, and always be prepared for the unexpected. Learning more about the intricacies of game design and strategic thinking can be found at the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> website, where enthusiasts share their knowledge: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/\">Games Learning Society<\/a>. You can also visit <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_about_Dragonite_Counters\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dragonite Counters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions about countering Dragonite, designed to provide further insights and address common concerns:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_Dragonites_most_significant_weakness\"><\/span>1. What is Dragonite&#8217;s most significant weakness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ice-type attacks<\/strong> due to its 4x weakness.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_Ice-type_Pokemon_is_the_best_Dragonite_counter\"><\/span>2. What Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon is the best Dragonite counter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It depends on the format, but <strong>Mamoswine, Weavile, and Kyurem<\/strong> are consistently strong choices. In some formats, <strong>Alolan Ninetales with Aurora Veil<\/strong> may be a good choice.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Can_Dragonite_survive_an_Ice_Beam_from_a_strong_Special_Attacker\"><\/span>3. Can Dragonite survive an Ice Beam from a strong Special Attacker?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Potentially, if it has <strong>Multiscale<\/strong> active and is at full HP. However, this is unlikely against very strong Ice-type attackers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_does_Dragonites_Multiscale_ability_affect_its_vulnerability_to_Ice\"><\/span>4. How does Dragonite&#8217;s Multiscale ability affect its vulnerability to Ice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Multiscale halves the damage taken when Dragonite is at full HP, making it more difficult to OHKO with Ice-type moves. However, it is a one-time use per time Dragonite is sent out.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_are_some_good_strategies_to_break_Dragonites_Multiscale\"><\/span>5. What are some good strategies to break Dragonite&#8217;s Multiscale?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Using <strong>entry hazards like Stealth Rock<\/strong>, status conditions like <strong>Toxic<\/strong>, or <strong>multi-hit moves<\/strong> like Icicle Spear can break Multiscale before delivering a fatal blow.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Does_Dragonite_have_any_moves_that_can_counter_Ice-type_Pokemon\"><\/span>6. Does Dragonite have any moves that can counter Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dragonite can learn <strong>coverage moves<\/strong> like Fire Punch or Iron Head, which are super effective against Ice-types.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Is_Dragonite_viable_in_competitive_play\"><\/span>7. Is Dragonite viable in competitive play?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, despite its weakness to Ice, Dragonite is a <strong>powerful and versatile<\/strong> Pok\u00e9mon that is commonly used in competitive battling.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_How_should_I_build_a_team_around_Dragonite_to_mitigate_its_weaknesses\"><\/span>8. How should I build a team around Dragonite to mitigate its weaknesses?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Include Pok\u00e9mon that can <strong>absorb Ice-type attacks<\/strong>, provide <strong>speed control<\/strong>, and set up <strong>entry hazards<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_held_items_are_commonly_used_on_Dragonite_and_how_do_they_affect_its_counters\"><\/span>9. What held items are commonly used on Dragonite, and how do they affect its counters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Weakness Policy<\/strong> is a popular choice, boosting Dragonite&#8217;s offenses after being hit by a super-effective move. Other options include <strong>Life Orb, Lum Berry, and Heavy-Duty Boots<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_are_some_non-Ice-type_Pokemon_that_can_effectively_counter_Dragonite\"><\/span>10. What are some non-Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon that can effectively counter Dragonite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon with <strong>priority moves<\/strong>, <strong>strong neutral attacks<\/strong>, or <strong>high bulk<\/strong> can potentially defeat Dragonite.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_How_does_weather_affect_Dragonites_performance_against_Ice-type_attacks\"><\/span>11. How does weather affect Dragonite&#8217;s performance against Ice-type attacks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Hail<\/strong> boosts the power of Ice-type moves, making them even more dangerous for Dragonite.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Can_a_Dragonite_with_Dragon_Dance_sweep_a_team\"><\/span>12. Can a Dragonite with Dragon Dance sweep a team?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, a Dragonite with <strong>Dragon Dance<\/strong> can become a formidable sweeper, especially if its counters have been eliminated.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_How_does_Dragonite_fare_against_specific_popular_Ice-type_Pokemon_like_Weavile\"><\/span>13. How does Dragonite fare against specific popular Ice-type Pok\u00e9mon like Weavile?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dragonite struggles against <strong>Weavile<\/strong> due to Weavile&#8217;s high Speed and Attack, combined with its access to powerful Ice-type moves.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_What_is_the_best_way_to_predict_and_play_around_Dragonites_moveset\"><\/span>14. What is the best way to predict and play around Dragonite&#8217;s moveset?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Scouting<\/strong> your opponent&#8217;s team and <strong>analyzing their playstyle<\/strong> can help you predict Dragonite&#8217;s moveset and plan your counter-strategies accordingly.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Are_there_any_strategies_to_turn_Dragonites_Ice_weakness_into_an_advantage\"><\/span>15. Are there any strategies to turn Dragonite&#8217;s Ice weakness into an advantage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Using a <strong>Weakness Policy<\/strong> to gain a massive offensive boost after being hit by an Ice-type attack is a risky but potentially rewarding strategy.<\/p>\n<p>Hopefully, this detailed guide has provided you with a comprehensive understanding of Dragonite&#8217;s weaknesses and the various strategies you can employ to counter it effectively. Remember that the key to success in Pok\u00e9mon battling is knowledge, strategy, and adaptation. Good luck, trainers!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cracking the Code: What Pok\u00e9mon Decimates Dragonite? Dragonite, the gentle, yet formidable, Dragon\/Flying-type Pok\u00e9mon, is a powerhouse in any team. Its high Attack and Special Attack, coupled with decent bulk, make it a threat to be reckoned with. But even the mighty fall. So, the burning question: What Pok\u00e9mon reliably defeats Dragonite? 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