Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s 10 Best Ice Pokemons

The new shift to an open world has made Pokemon a journey to behold, exploring vast green landscapes to snowy ice caps. It’s filled with wonder and Pokemon that you can observe in their natural habitat; Today, we’ll be looking at Ice type Pokemon. The Paldea region doesn’t have many Ice type Pokemon; There are some interesting and unique ones, so let’s dive in to pick out the best:

10. Cryogonal

A beautiful Pokemon that sparkles with the shimmer of Ice, Cryognal is shaped like a snowflake. It is born in snow clouds; If its body heat rises too much, it turns to steam and vanishes; This is one of the reasons why you don’t see Cryogonal during the summers. It’s a great support Pokemon for your team; With moves like Rapid Spin, Defog, and Hidden Power, Cryogonal can remove Stealth Rock and other entry hazards. It is a good attacker and can work as a defensive wall against some special attackers.

9. Cetitan

Cetitan is an Icy powerhouse that is unusually cute for its aggressive and assertive appearance. Its white whale-like body and cute pink accents, including its lovely tail, make it unique. Its strong muscles allow Cetitan to support its weight and Attack without worry. Cetitan might not have made the list since Ice type Pokemon are also called glass because of low defence. Still, with a particular move set, Cetitan rises above. With the ability Slush Rush and the priority move Ice Shard, Cetitan can sweep. It gets even stronger if you teach it Belly Drum and Earth Quake. If you’re ever in a pinch, you can Terastallise it into a Ground or Fairy type.

8. Crabominable

An all-out attacker, Crabominable strove to the heights of combat and training to reach its state of power. It’s so strong that it can hold back avalanches with its punches; It punches first and asks questions later, which is why it is on this list. Its Iron Fist ability gives it mighty STAB moves, which are usually able to 2 Hit KO most Pokemon. Its speed holds it back; Also, the awkward defence stats don’t help, which makes it perfect to use with a Trick Room setup.

7. Glaceon

One of the evolved forms of Evee, Glaceon is a cute Pokemon covered in light blue fur. It shines brightly in the light, and by controlling its body temperature, Glaceon can produce ice crystals. Its snowfall is captivatingly dangerous as those exposed to it might freeze. It has good offensive and STAB abilities, but it pays for its low speed and bulk. Still, as an Ice type Pokemon, Glaceon manages to hold its own well and can be a great addition to your team.

6. Froslass

Some Pokemon have the most unexpected ecologies, and Froslass is one of them; It enjoys preying on people with its favourite food, said to be human souls. It lines up its prey neatly in its cave and can create illusions to manipulate others. This beautiful Pokemon appears as a mask and is wearing a Kimono. Still, its abilities are no joke. Froslass is excellent at setting traps, and if the going gets tough, Froslass can use Destiny Bond to take their Pokemon down with it. It’s a great Pokemon that sends chills down the spine of anyone who encounters it. 

5. Frosmoth

A beautiful and fluffy moth-like Pokemon with sapphire eyes and majestic white wings. Ice scales fall from their wings when it flies, leaving a sparkling trail for anyone to witness. Its true power shines with its unique ability, Ice Scales, that halves all special attack damage. With quiver dance, Frosmoth is challenging to stop and works as an excellent sweeper, its only weakness is strong physical attacks that are countered with substitute. It can Terastallise into a Ghost type which is also perfect for making this Pokemon a bulky powerhouse. This beautiful Pokemon is a force to be reckoned with and can be a great addition to your team

4. Chen Pao

One of the treasurers of ruin, Chen Pao, is based on a Snow Leopard that is strong enough to pounce on its enemies. Its true form is a broken sword that hangs from its fangs. It is known as the sword of ruin; Chen Pao was born from the blade due to the hatred of those slain by the sword. It is a mighty Pokemon that can cause avalanches while it plays around it. Its ability, Sword of Ruin, lowers the defence stat of all other Pokemon, giving it the attacking advantage.

3. Iron Bundle

Based on Delibird, Iron Bundle is a Paradox Pokemon that has only been sighted twice. It is said to cause massive ice blasts that propel it, allowing it to traverse snowy and icy landscapes. Many say that it is a product of an ancient civilisation that has perished, yet much remains to be uncovered. Its remarkable speed and excellent attack are so powerful that it can quickly sweep entire teams of Pokemon without worry.

2. Weavile

An Ice type classic and a notorious predator, Weavile is a strong, agile Pokemon that resides in snow-covered areas. It is intelligent and cunning, and one scratch from its claws can cause frostbite. It can sweep Pokemon teams with its great Attack and excellent speed. Swords Dance is a great move for Weavile; Not many can come close to it once it’s set up. Weavile will always be a great addition to your Pokemon team.

1. Baxcalibur

Many fans say Baxcallibur is based on Godzilla, and the design choice resembles it. Still, its attacking power is undoubtedly up there. This Icy Dragon Baxcalibur is a robust and bulky Dragon Ice type Pokemon that stands like a wall and breathes cryogenic air that can freeze lava. One of its strongest features is its ability Thermal Exchange which allows it to stand against Fire type Pokemon. It has a great attack stat and is the only Pokemon to learn the devastating move, Glaive Rush. It is a Pokemon designed to be an all-around powerhouse and doesn’t disappoint.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Are Ice Type Pokemon the Rarest?

There is no definitive answer, but from what we can tell, Pokemon is heavily inspired by real-life circumstances, including natural ecology and formations. Since there aren’t many Icy landscapes around the world where humans live, there aren’t that many Ice type Pokemon introduced. Still, this doesn’t mean that they are the rarest; It means that there might be many undiscovered Ice type Pokemon in glaciers or other peaks waiting to be found.

Are There Any Non-Legendary Ice Type Dragons?

There weren’t, but with Scarlet and Violet, the strongest Ice type Pokemon is a non-legendary Dragon. Baxcallibur is the only non-legendary Ice type Pokemon, and we are happy to see these new type combinations finally introduced in the game.

Why Are Ice Type Pokemon Called Glass Pokemon?

While some might believe it’s because of their transparent appearance and crystalline design, which is part of the truth, the real reason is their weak defence. It has the least resistance; It is super effective against Grass and Flying type Pokemon but doesn’t resist those attacks. It also suffers from having extreme weaknesses, which is why a type combination is always better than a pure Ice type Pokemon.