Compare each starter's type, early-game fit, evolution path, best use case, and what new players should watch out for.
WaterBubble
Evolution: Bubble → Bubboxer → Bubblade
Early-Game Fit: Safer beginner route with steady early progression.
Best For: New players who want a simple first route.
Watch Out For: Cover Grass and Electric pressure.
Bubble is the safest beginner route while more game data is verified.
FireBlazpup
Evolution: Blazpup → Blazgrowl → Blazmane
Early-Game Fit: Strong Fire route when your team covers tougher matchups.
Best For: Players who want early damage pressure.
Watch Out For: Cover Water, Rock, and Ground pressure.
Strong starter pick, not a universal answer.
GrassLeafbun
Evolution: Leafbun → Leafroge → Leafblade
Early-Game Fit: Grass coverage route that helps against common Water, Rock, and Ground checks.
Best For: Players who want coverage and a flexible early plan.
Watch Out For: Cover Fire, Poison, Flying, Bug, and Dragon pressure.
Strong starter pick when your team covers weaker matchups.