Pokémon Radical Red: 30 Team Compositions To Dominate

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Hey Pokémon trainers! Ready to dive deep into the fiery world of Pokémon Radical Red? This ROM hack takes the classic Pokémon experience and cranks it up to eleven, with increased difficulty, a revamped Pokémon roster, and a ton of new strategies to master. One of the most exciting aspects of Radical Red is building your ultimate team. With over 386 Pokémon available, choosing the right six to conquer the game can be a daunting task. So, guys, I've got you covered! In this article, we'll explore 30 of the best team compositions to help you crush the competition. Get ready to build some truly epic squads!

Understanding the Basics: Team Building in Radical Red

Before we jump into the teams, let's go over the fundamentals. In Pokémon Radical Red, team building is more crucial than ever. The game's increased difficulty demands strategic thinking and synergy between your Pokémon.

Firstly, consider the type matchups. Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of different Pokémon types is fundamental. A team with diverse types can handle various threats. For example, a team with a Fire-type like Charizard can obliterate Grass-type and Bug-type opponents, while a Water-type like Blastoise can counter Fire-type Pokémon. It's all about rock-paper-scissors, but with more layers.

Secondly, think about roles. Each Pokémon should have a specific role on your team. Some Pokémon excel as physical attackers, others as special attackers, and some as support Pokémon. For example, a Pokémon like Snorlax can be a great wall, able to take hits and set up moves. Special attackers like Alakazam can sweep with powerful special attacks, while Pokémon such as Blissey can provide crucial support with healing and status effects. A balanced team usually includes attackers, special attackers, walls and supporters.

Thirdly, consider abilities. Abilities provide a huge advantage in battle. For example, Intimidate, which lowers the opponent's attack stat, can be crucial in a game like Pokémon Radical Red. Drizzle is also extremely potent, setting up rain and allowing Water-type moves to hit harder. Keep in mind abilities when building your dream team.

Fourthly, keep in mind movepool. Each Pokémon's movepool is just as crucial as its stats. Pokémon may have great stats, but if they lack access to the right moves, their potential is limited. Make sure each Pokémon has diverse coverage, that is, moves that can hit different types of Pokémon effectively. Prioritize moves with high base power, or status moves that can give you a crucial advantage, such as Toxic and Will-O-Wisp.

Finally, don't underestimate the power of held items. Items like the Choice Scarf can allow a Pokémon to outspeed its opponents, while Leftovers provide passive healing each turn. The right held item can make a huge difference in battle. The best players experiment with multiple combinations before they can find the one that suits them.

30 Epic Team Compositions for Pokémon Radical Red

Alright, let's get down to the good stuff. Here are 30 team compositions to give you a head start in Pokémon Radical Red. I've tried to make them as diverse as possible, catering to different playstyles and preferences. Remember, these are just starting points, feel free to experiment and tweak them to fit your own preferences. Get ready to become a Radical Red champion!

Team 1: The Hyper Offensive Sweepers

  • Charizard (Fire/Flying): Special Attacker - Solar Beam, Fire Blast, Air Slash, Focus Blast
  • Gengar (Ghost/Poison): Special Attacker - Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, Thunderbolt, Energy Ball
  • Alakazam (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Focus Blast, Calm Mind
  • Gyarados (Water/Flying): Physical Attacker - Waterfall, Earthquake, Dragon Dance, Bounce
  • Excadrill (Ground/Steel): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Iron Head, Swords Dance, Rock Slide
  • Landorus-Therian (Ground/Flying): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, U-turn, Stone Edge, Defog

This team is all about overwhelming your opponent with raw power and speed. Every member is a potential sweeper, capable of taking down multiple Pokémon if given the chance. Focus on setting up with moves like Swords Dance or Calm Mind and then unleashing your attacks.

Team 2: The Bulky Offense

  • Tyranitar (Rock/Dark): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Crunch, Earthquake, Dragon Dance
  • Blissey (Normal): Special Wall - Soft-Boiled, Seismic Toss, Toxic, Protect
  • Amoonguss (Grass/Poison): Defensive - Spore, Giga Drain, Clear Smog, Sludge Bomb
  • Tornadus-Therian (Flying): Special Attacker - Hurricane, U-Turn, Knock Off, Focus Blast
  • Heatran (Fire/Steel): Special Attacker - Flash Cannon, Earth Power, Stone Edge, Protect
  • Urshifu-Single-Strike (Fighting/Dark): Physical Attacker - Wicked Blow, Close Combat, Sucker Punch, Stone Edge

This team is designed to take hits and hit back harder. It features bulky Pokémon that can withstand a lot of damage, while still dishing out significant offense. Utilize the support moves to stall opponents and then unleash your powerful attackers.

Team 3: Rain Dance Team

  • Kingdra (Water/Dragon): Special Attacker - Hydro Pump, Draco Meteor, Ice Beam, Rain Dance
  • Swampert (Water/Ground): Physical Attacker - Waterfall, Earthquake, Ice Punch, Rain Dance
  • Pelipper (Water/Flying): Special Attacker - Hydro Pump, Hurricane, U-Turn, Roost
  • Zapdos (Electric/Flying): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Heat Wave, Roost, Rain Dance
  • Ferrothorn (Grass/Steel): Defensive - Power Whip, Gyro Ball, Leech Seed, Protect
  • Urshifu-Rapid-Strike (Water/Fighting): Physical Attacker - Surging Strikes, Close Combat, Aqua Jet, Ice Punch

This team leverages the power of rain. Pelipper sets up rain, boosting the power of Water-type moves and weakening Fire-type moves. This team is all about overwhelming the opponent with powerful water moves, and weathering the storm with support moves.

Team 4: Sun Team

  • Venusaur (Grass/Poison): Special Attacker - Solar Beam, Sludge Bomb, Sleep Powder, Growth
  • Torkoal (Fire): Support - Eruption, Rapid Spin, Stealth Rock, Yawn
  • Charizard (Fire/Flying): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Solar Beam, Air Slash, Focus Blast
  • Victreebel (Grass/Poison): Special Attacker - Solar Beam, Sludge Bomb, Weather Ball, Giga Drain
  • Sunflora (Grass): Special Attacker - Solar Beam, Weather Ball, Earth Power, Sludge Bomb
  • Volcarona (Fire/Bug): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Bug Buzz, Quiver Dance, Giga Drain

This team makes use of the sun. The sun boosts Fire-type moves, while the Venusaur and Solar Beam combo make short work of most opponents. This team also leverages the Growth and Quiver Dance moves to sweep the opposing team.

Team 5: Sandstorm Team

  • Tyranitar (Rock/Dark): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Crunch, Earthquake, Dragon Dance
  • Excadrill (Ground/Steel): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Iron Head, Swords Dance, Rock Slide
  • Hippowdon (Ground): Support - Earthquake, Slack Off, Stealth Rock, Whirlwind
  • Garchomp (Dragon/Ground): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Outrage, Swords Dance, Stone Edge
  • Mega Aerodactyl (Rock/Flying): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Aerial Ace, Earthquake, Roost
  • Sand Rush Excadrill: Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Iron Head, Swords Dance, Rock Slide

This team makes use of sandstorm. It provides buffs to certain Pokémon and can deal passive damage to the opponent's Pokémon. Tyranitar sets up the sandstorm, which allows the use of Excadrill and Sand Rush Excadrill to sweep the opponent's team.

Team 6: Trick Room Team

  • Reuniclus (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Focus Blast, Trick Room
  • Cresselia (Psychic): Support - Psychic, Moonblast, Calm Mind, Trick Room
  • Conkeldurr (Fighting): Physical Attacker - Mach Punch, Drain Punch, Knock Off, Trick Room
  • Aegislash (Steel/Ghost): Physical Attacker - Shadow Claw, Sacred Sword, King's Shield, Iron Head
  • Gastrodon (Water/Ground): Special Attacker - Scald, Earth Power, Ice Beam, Recover
  • Eelektross (Electric): Physical Attacker - Drain Punch, Knock Off, Thunder Punch, Flamethrower

This team uses Trick Room to make slow Pokémon faster. The team focuses on setting up Trick Room, then using slow, powerful Pokémon to deal massive damage. This is a great team to use against faster teams.

Team 7: Hail Team

  • Abomasnow (Grass/Ice): Special Attacker - Blizzard, Giga Drain, Ice Shard, Aurora Veil
  • Froslass (Ice/Ghost): Special Attacker - Blizzard, Shadow Ball, Spikes, Destiny Bond
  • Mamoswine (Ice/Ground): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Icicle Spear, Icicle Crash, Stealth Rock
  • Weavile (Ice/Dark): Physical Attacker - Icicle Crash, Knock Off, Ice Shard, Swords Dance
  • Articuno (Ice/Flying): Special Attacker - Ice Beam, Hurricane, Roost, Freeze Dry
  • Glaceon (Ice): Special Attacker - Ice Beam, Shadow Ball, Hidden Power, Hail

This team uses hail to damage opponents that aren't ice type. Abomasnow sets up the hail, and the rest of the team uses the advantage of the hail to inflict damage, while still maintaining some defensive capabilities with support moves.

Team 8: Poison Team

  • Gengar (Ghost/Poison): Special Attacker - Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, Thunderbolt, Focus Blast
  • Nidoking (Poison/Ground): Special Attacker - Sludge Wave, Earth Power, Ice Beam, Thunderbolt
  • Nidoqueen (Poison/Ground): Special Attacker - Sludge Wave, Earth Power, Ice Beam, Thunderbolt
  • Toxapex (Poison/Water): Defensive - Scald, Baneful Bunker, Recover, Haze
  • Tentacruel (Poison/Water): Special Attacker - Sludge Bomb, Scald, Rapid Spin, Toxic Spikes
  • Salazzle (Poison/Fire): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Sludge Bomb, Knock Off, Toxic

This team inflicts heavy damage with poison. The team inflicts poison statuses, and attacks with powerful Poison-type moves. This is a very effective team for stalling your opponent.

Team 9: Steel Team

  • Scizor (Bug/Steel): Physical Attacker - Bullet Punch, U-Turn, Swords Dance, Roost
  • Ferrothorn (Grass/Steel): Defensive - Power Whip, Gyro Ball, Leech Seed, Stealth Rock
  • Heatran (Fire/Steel): Special Attacker - Flash Cannon, Earth Power, Stone Edge, Protect
  • Magnezone (Electric/Steel): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Flash Cannon, Hidden Power, Volt Switch
  • Aegislash (Steel/Ghost): Physical Attacker - Shadow Claw, Sacred Sword, King's Shield, Iron Head
  • Empoleon (Water/Steel): Special Attacker - Scald, Ice Beam, Flash Cannon, Stealth Rock

This team revolves around Steel-types, which have a multitude of resistances and a few powerful offensive options. This is a defensively oriented team that focuses on outlasting the opponent, while also having a few options to attack.

Team 10: Dragon Team

  • Dragapult (Dragon/Ghost): Physical Attacker - Dragon Darts, Phantom Force, U-Turn, Fire Blast
  • Garchomp (Dragon/Ground): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Outrage, Swords Dance, Stone Edge
  • Hydreigon (Dark/Dragon): Special Attacker - Draco Meteor, Dark Pulse, Earth Power, U-Turn
  • Dragonite (Dragon/Flying): Physical Attacker - Dragon Claw, Extreme Speed, Dragon Dance, Earthquake
  • Kommo-o (Dragon/Fighting): Physical Attacker - Close Combat, Dragon Claw, Earthquake, Poison Jab
  • Goodra (Dragon): Special Attacker - Dragon Pulse, Muddy Water, Thunderbolt, Sludge Wave

This team is packed with powerful Dragon-types, which can devastate opponents with their high stats and powerful moves. This is a very effective team that can be used offensively or defensively.

Team 11: Fire Team

  • Charizard (Fire/Flying): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Solar Beam, Air Slash, Focus Blast
  • Blacephalon (Fire/Ghost): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Shadow Ball, Psyshock, Calm Mind
  • Volcarona (Fire/Bug): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Bug Buzz, Quiver Dance, Giga Drain
  • Heatran (Fire/Steel): Special Attacker - Flash Cannon, Earth Power, Stone Edge, Protect
  • Arcanine (Fire): Physical Attacker - Flare Blitz, Extreme Speed, Morning Sun, Wild Charge
  • Torkoal (Fire): Support - Eruption, Rapid Spin, Stealth Rock, Yawn

This team specializes in dealing fire type damage. Fire type is a powerful offensive type and can sweep the opposing team if used correctly. Charizard or Blacephalon can be used as sweepers, and the support Pokémon can provide crucial utility.

Team 12: Water Team

  • Swampert (Water/Ground): Physical Attacker - Waterfall, Earthquake, Ice Punch, Rain Dance
  • Gyarados (Water/Flying): Physical Attacker - Waterfall, Earthquake, Dragon Dance, Bounce
  • Kingdra (Water/Dragon): Special Attacker - Hydro Pump, Draco Meteor, Ice Beam, Rain Dance
  • Pelipper (Water/Flying): Special Attacker - Hydro Pump, Hurricane, U-Turn, Roost
  • Urshifu-Rapid-Strike (Water/Fighting): Physical Attacker - Surging Strikes, Close Combat, Aqua Jet, Ice Punch
  • Tentacruel (Water/Poison): Special Attacker - Scald, Sludge Bomb, Rapid Spin, Toxic Spikes

This team specializes in water type moves. It has several heavy hitters like Swampert, and also has the support from Pelipper. The team can also benefit from the rain which boosts the power of water type moves.

Team 13: Electric Team

  • Zapdos (Electric/Flying): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Heat Wave, Roost, Defog
  • Raichu (Electric): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Focus Blast, Psychic, Volt Switch
  • Magnezone (Electric/Steel): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Flash Cannon, Hidden Power, Volt Switch
  • Electivire (Electric): Physical Attacker - Wild Charge, Earthquake, Ice Punch, Cross Chop
  • Eelektross (Electric): Physical Attacker - Drain Punch, Knock Off, Thunder Punch, Flamethrower
  • Ampharos (Electric): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Dragon Pulse, Focus Blast, Calm Mind

This team focuses on the lightning fast offense of Electric types. With a mix of special and physical attackers, and the support of Zapdos, the team can deliver a devastating offensive. The team also boasts a great type coverage.

Team 14: Grass Team

  • Venusaur (Grass/Poison): Special Attacker - Solar Beam, Sludge Bomb, Sleep Powder, Growth
  • Sceptile (Grass): Special Attacker - Leaf Storm, Dragon Pulse, Focus Blast, Swords Dance
  • Tangrowth (Grass): Physical Attacker - Power Whip, Earthquake, Sleep Powder, Giga Drain
  • Ferrothorn (Grass/Steel): Defensive - Power Whip, Gyro Ball, Leech Seed, Stealth Rock
  • Breloom (Grass/Fighting): Physical Attacker - Mach Punch, Bullet Seed, Rock Tomb, Spore
  • Leafeon (Grass): Physical Attacker - Leaf Blade, X-Scissor, Swords Dance, Quick Attack

This team uses the defensive potential of Grass-types, and the offensive potential of the Grass-type movepool. The team has great coverage with a mix of special and physical attackers, and has some key support moves to control the field.

Team 15: Ice Team

  • Mamoswine (Ice/Ground): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Icicle Spear, Icicle Crash, Stealth Rock
  • Weavile (Ice/Dark): Physical Attacker - Icicle Crash, Knock Off, Ice Shard, Swords Dance
  • Glaceon (Ice): Special Attacker - Ice Beam, Shadow Ball, Hidden Power, Hail
  • Froslass (Ice/Ghost): Special Attacker - Blizzard, Shadow Ball, Spikes, Destiny Bond
  • Articuno (Ice/Flying): Special Attacker - Ice Beam, Hurricane, Roost, Freeze Dry
  • Cloyster (Ice/Water): Physical Attacker - Icicle Spear, Rock Blast, Shell Smash, Spikes

This team focuses on the heavy damage of Ice-type moves. It can hit hard with Mamoswine and Weavile, and provides the support of hail, and a versatile movepool to counter most types.

Team 16: Fighting Team

  • Conkeldurr (Fighting): Physical Attacker - Mach Punch, Drain Punch, Knock Off, Trick Room
  • Urshifu-Single-Strike (Fighting/Dark): Physical Attacker - Wicked Blow, Close Combat, Sucker Punch, Stone Edge
  • Lucario (Fighting/Steel): Special Attacker - Aura Sphere, Flash Cannon, Ice Punch, Calm Mind
  • Hawlucha (Fighting/Flying): Physical Attacker - High Jump Kick, Acrobatics, Swords Dance, U-Turn
  • Breloom (Grass/Fighting): Physical Attacker - Mach Punch, Bullet Seed, Rock Tomb, Spore
  • Kommo-o (Fighting/Dragon): Physical Attacker - Close Combat, Dragon Claw, Earthquake, Poison Jab

This team uses the high damage of Fighting-type moves. With a mix of physical and special attackers, and the strong movesets of Urshifu, and Kommo-o, the team can sweep most teams.

Team 17: Psychic Team

  • Alakazam (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Focus Blast, Calm Mind
  • Reuniclus (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Focus Blast, Trick Room
  • Espeon (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Calm Mind, Morning Sun
  • Slowbro (Psychic/Water): Special Attacker - Scald, Psychic, Slack Off, Calm Mind
  • Metagross (Steel/Psychic): Physical Attacker - Meteor Mash, Zen Headbutt, Earthquake, Bullet Punch
  • Gardevoir (Psychic/Fairy): Special Attacker - Psychic, Moonblast, Calm Mind, Shadow Ball

This team uses the powerful Psychic-type moves to do massive damage. The team is built to sweep the opponent's team with multiple special attackers. The team can also use support moves such as Calm Mind.

Team 18: Dark Team

  • Tyranitar (Rock/Dark): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Crunch, Earthquake, Dragon Dance
  • Hydreigon (Dark/Dragon): Special Attacker - Draco Meteor, Dark Pulse, Earth Power, U-Turn
  • Weavile (Ice/Dark): Physical Attacker - Icicle Crash, Knock Off, Ice Shard, Swords Dance
  • Urshifu-Single-Strike (Fighting/Dark): Physical Attacker - Wicked Blow, Close Combat, Sucker Punch, Stone Edge
  • Grimmsnarl (Dark/Fairy): Support - Spirit Break, Reflect, Light Screen, Thunder Wave
  • Mandibuzz (Dark/Flying): Defensive - Foul Play, Roost, Defog, Toxic

This team utilizes powerful Dark-type moves. The team provides a diverse type coverage, and has a great mix of support and attackers. The team has multiple sweepers that can decimate the opponent.

Team 19: Fairy Team

  • Togekiss (Fairy/Flying): Special Attacker - Air Slash, Dazzling Gleam, Roost, Nasty Plot
  • Gardevoir (Psychic/Fairy): Special Attacker - Psychic, Moonblast, Calm Mind, Shadow Ball
  • Grimmsnarl (Dark/Fairy): Support - Spirit Break, Reflect, Light Screen, Thunder Wave
  • Clefable (Fairy): Support - Moonblast, Calm Mind, Soft-Boiled, Thunder Wave
  • Azumarill (Water/Fairy): Physical Attacker - Aqua Jet, Play Rough, Belly Drum, Superpower
  • Tapu Koko (Electric/Fairy): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Dazzling Gleam, Volt Switch, Hidden Power

This team abuses the power of Fairy-type moves. The team utilizes support moves to buff up the team, and sweep the opponent's team with powerful fairy moves.

Team 20: Bug Team

  • Scizor (Bug/Steel): Physical Attacker - Bullet Punch, U-Turn, Swords Dance, Roost
  • Volcarona (Fire/Bug): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Bug Buzz, Quiver Dance, Giga Drain
  • Heracross (Bug/Fighting): Physical Attacker - Close Combat, Megahorn, Swords Dance, Rock Blast
  • Golisopod (Bug/Water): Physical Attacker - First Impression, Liquidation, Sucker Punch, Aqua Jet
  • Forretress (Bug/Steel): Defensive - Rapid Spin, Gyro Ball, Stealth Rock, Spikes
  • Yanmega (Bug/Flying): Special Attacker - Bug Buzz, Air Slash, U-Turn, Protect

This team uses the Bug-type's unique movesets. The team uses powerful attackers and support moves, and has a diverse type coverage to counter the opponent's team.

Team 21: Ghost Team

  • Gengar (Ghost/Poison): Special Attacker - Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, Thunderbolt, Focus Blast
  • Dragapult (Dragon/Ghost): Physical Attacker - Dragon Darts, Phantom Force, U-Turn, Fire Blast
  • Aegislash (Steel/Ghost): Physical Attacker - Shadow Claw, Sacred Sword, King's Shield, Iron Head
  • Chandelure (Ghost/Fire): Special Attacker - Shadow Ball, Fire Blast, Energy Ball, Pain Split
  • Blacephalon (Fire/Ghost): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Shadow Ball, Psyshock, Calm Mind
  • Froslass (Ice/Ghost): Special Attacker - Blizzard, Shadow Ball, Spikes, Destiny Bond

This team utilizes the Ghost-type's unique movesets. With a mix of physical and special attackers, and the support from the versatile movepool, the team can inflict heavy damage.

Team 22: Rock Team

  • Tyranitar (Rock/Dark): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Crunch, Earthquake, Dragon Dance
  • Gigalith (Rock): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Earthquake, Heavy Slam, Stealth Rock
  • Lycanroc-Dusk (Rock): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Accelerock, Crunch, Swords Dance
  • Rhyperior (Rock/Ground): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Earthquake, Ice Punch, Swords Dance
  • Aerodactyl (Rock/Flying): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Aerial Ace, Earthquake, Roost
  • Terrakion (Rock/Fighting): Physical Attacker - Stone Edge, Close Combat, Earthquake, Swords Dance

This team uses the Rock-type's unique movesets. With a mix of physical and special attackers, and a versatile movepool, the team can take on a variety of different threats.

Team 23: Ground Team

  • Garchomp (Dragon/Ground): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Outrage, Swords Dance, Stone Edge
  • Excadrill (Ground/Steel): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Iron Head, Swords Dance, Rock Slide
  • Hippowdon (Ground): Support - Earthquake, Slack Off, Stealth Rock, Whirlwind
  • Landorus-Therian (Ground/Flying): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, U-turn, Stone Edge, Defog
  • Nidoking (Poison/Ground): Special Attacker - Sludge Wave, Earth Power, Ice Beam, Thunderbolt
  • Swampert (Water/Ground): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Waterfall, Ice Punch, Rain Dance

This team uses the Ground-type's unique movesets. With a mix of physical and special attackers, and the versatile movepool, the team can take on a variety of different threats.

Team 24: Normal Team

  • Snorlax (Normal): Physical Attacker - Body Slam, Earthquake, Rest, Sleep Talk
  • Blissey (Normal): Special Wall - Soft-Boiled, Seismic Toss, Toxic, Protect
  • Porygon-Z (Normal): Special Attacker - Tri Attack, Ice Beam, Thunderbolt, Shadow Ball
  • Togekiss (Fairy/Flying): Special Attacker - Air Slash, Dazzling Gleam, Roost, Nasty Plot
  • Staraptor (Normal/Flying): Physical Attacker - Brave Bird, Double-Edge, Close Combat, U-Turn
  • Chansey (Normal): Special Wall - Soft-Boiled, Seismic Toss, Toxic, Protect

This team makes use of Normal-type moves and abilities. It provides a unique playstyle, while still dealing heavy damage. The team is also quite versatile.

Team 25: Flying Team

  • Togekiss (Fairy/Flying): Special Attacker - Air Slash, Dazzling Gleam, Roost, Nasty Plot
  • Dragonite (Dragon/Flying): Physical Attacker - Dragon Claw, Extreme Speed, Dragon Dance, Earthquake
  • Zapdos (Electric/Flying): Special Attacker - Thunderbolt, Heat Wave, Roost, Defog
  • Gyarados (Water/Flying): Physical Attacker - Waterfall, Earthquake, Dragon Dance, Bounce
  • Staraptor (Normal/Flying): Physical Attacker - Brave Bird, Double-Edge, Close Combat, U-Turn
  • Hawlucha (Fighting/Flying): Physical Attacker - High Jump Kick, Acrobatics, Swords Dance, U-Turn

This team uses the versatility of Flying-type Pokémon. It is built to sweep the opponent's team with multiple special and physical attackers. The team can also use support moves such as Tailwind.

Team 26: Ice/Fairy Team

  • Glaceon (Ice): Special Attacker - Ice Beam, Shadow Ball, Hidden Power, Hail
  • Froslass (Ice/Ghost): Special Attacker - Blizzard, Shadow Ball, Spikes, Destiny Bond
  • Togekiss (Fairy/Flying): Special Attacker - Air Slash, Dazzling Gleam, Roost, Nasty Plot
  • Gardevoir (Psychic/Fairy): Special Attacker - Psychic, Moonblast, Calm Mind, Shadow Ball
  • Weavile (Ice/Dark): Physical Attacker - Icicle Crash, Knock Off, Ice Shard, Swords Dance
  • Cloyster (Ice/Water): Physical Attacker - Icicle Spear, Rock Blast, Shell Smash, Spikes

This team makes use of the powerful combination of Ice-type and Fairy-type moves. The team provides a diverse type coverage and can inflict heavy damage.

Team 27: Psychic/Ghost Team

  • Gengar (Ghost/Poison): Special Attacker - Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, Thunderbolt, Focus Blast
  • Alakazam (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Focus Blast, Calm Mind
  • Reuniclus (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Focus Blast, Trick Room
  • Aegislash (Steel/Ghost): Physical Attacker - Shadow Claw, Sacred Sword, King's Shield, Iron Head
  • Espeon (Psychic): Special Attacker - Psychic, Shadow Ball, Calm Mind, Morning Sun
  • Dragapult (Dragon/Ghost): Physical Attacker - Dragon Darts, Phantom Force, U-Turn, Fire Blast

This team relies on the heavy offense of Psychic-type and Ghost-type moves. With multiple special attackers, and the versatile movepool, the team can inflict heavy damage, and support the team.

Team 28: Mixed Attack Team

  • Garchomp (Dragon/Ground): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Outrage, Swords Dance, Stone Edge
  • Greninja (Water/Dark): Special Attacker - Hydro Pump, Dark Pulse, Ice Beam, U-Turn
  • Excadrill (Ground/Steel): Physical Attacker - Earthquake, Iron Head, Swords Dance, Rock Slide
  • Volcarona (Fire/Bug): Special Attacker - Fire Blast, Bug Buzz, Quiver Dance, Giga Drain
  • Togekiss (Fairy/Flying): Special Attacker - Air Slash, Dazzling Gleam, Roost, Nasty Plot
  • Conkeldurr (Fighting): Physical Attacker - Mach Punch, Drain Punch, Knock Off, Trick Room

This team utilizes a wide range of types and moves. With a mixed team, you're always prepared for the opponents' strategies. The team has a diverse type coverage and a mix of physical and special attackers.

Team 29: Stall Team

  • Blissey (Normal): Special Wall - Soft-Boiled, Seismic Toss, Toxic, Protect
  • Toxapex (Poison/Water): Defensive - Scald, Baneful Bunker, Recover, Haze
  • Ferrothorn (Grass/Steel): Defensive - Power Whip, Gyro Ball, Leech Seed, Stealth Rock
  • Amoonguss (Grass/Poison): Defensive - Spore, Giga Drain, Clear Smog, Sludge Bomb
  • Gliscor (Ground/Flying): Defensive - Earthquake, Roost, Toxic, Protect
  • Mandibuzz (Dark/Flying): Defensive - Foul Play, Roost, Defog, Toxic

This team is designed to annoy and frustrate the opponent. It relies on status effects, passive healing, and stalling tactics to slowly wear down the enemy team. This is a very effective team for dealing with powerful teams.

Team 30: The Meme Team

  • Magikarp (Water): Support - Splash, Tackle, Flail, Bounce
  • Ditto (Normal): Support - Transform, Struggle, ???, ???
  • Unown (Psychic): Special Attacker - Hidden Power, Hidden Power, Hidden Power, Hidden Power
  • Smeargle (Normal): Support - Spore, Sticky Web, Stealth Rock, Dark Void
  • Wobbuffet (Psychic): Support - Counter, Mirror Coat, Encore, Charm
  • Delibird (Ice/Flying): Physical Attacker - Present, Ice Punch, Aerial Ace, Drill Peck

This team is all about fun and unpredictability. It features unconventional choices and meme-worthy Pokémon, making for a truly unique experience. While not the most viable, it's sure to provide some laughs and memorable moments.

Fine-Tuning Your Team

Remember, guys, the best team is the one that works best for you. Don't be afraid to experiment, swap out Pokémon, and try different movesets. Consider these factors:

  • Your Playstyle: Do you prefer aggressive offense, a defensive playstyle, or something in between? Build your team accordingly.
  • The Meta: What Pokémon are commonly used in the game? Build your team to counter them.
  • Your Personal Preferences: Do you have favorite Pokémon you want to include? Build a team with them in mind.

Conclusion

Building a strong team in Pokémon Radical Red is a key to success. Understanding team building principles, experimenting with different compositions, and adapting to the challenges are the key factors. Now that you've got some ideas, go out there and build a squad that will dominate! Good luck, and happy training!