Dodrio the latest addition to the Pokémon Unite roster, is a normal / flying type speedster in the game. With the reported losses of his move sets long ago, the wait for a Speedster to arrive had started ever since. The long-awaited Speedster has a different kind of mechanics attached. Therefore, players need to dig deep and know the basics to understand how to play and master it. So, you need to make sure you read this article to the end to know the basics of how to play the Ostrich-themed Pokémon from Generation 1. So, in this guide, we’re going to take a closer look at the best battle items and abilities, including tips and tricks for playing Dodrio in Pokémon Unite.
Also, previously, we discussed how to master the game with other Pokémon like Pikachu, Mamoswine, Eldegos, Zeraora, Bliss, Charizard, Snorlax, Zareena, Decidueye, Dragonite, Talonflame, Cinderella, Greninja, Gardevoir, Venereauro, Wigglytuff, Trevenant, Gengar, Lucario, Egislash, Crust, Hoopa, Garchomp, Absol, Ninetales of Alola, Duraludon, Cramorante, Blastoise, Slowbro, Machamp, Mr. Mimo, Greedy, Azumarill, Silveone, Espeon, Delfox, Glaceon, Buzzwole, Tiranitar And Meow. Make sure you check them out too. However, for now, let’s focus on Dodrio.
Dodrio: Cost of play
Dodrio is readily available in United Battle Committee for 14000 Eeos coins or 575 Aeos Gems. However, for the first week of its release, it would only be available in exchange for Aeos Gems. As of now, only 2 skins are available for Dodrio which includes the Purple and orange set. We will update the article on new arrivals.
Dodrio: Statistics and Evolution
| 1st evolution | 2nd evolution |
|---|---|
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| Doduo (Lev. 1) | Dodrio (Lev. 5) |
Pokémon Unite Dodrio move set
Dodrio would have a previous evolutionary form, Doduo. Being a speedster, his preferred lane should be the middle lane. The Pokémon must be accompanied by a Dashboard indicator, whose mechanics were mentioned below accordingly. The moves are as follows:
Basic attack
The ability becomes a power attack every third attack, dealing consecutive hits to the user’s head. If the user’s dash gauge is full and it hits an opposing Pokémon with a Basic Attack, the cooldown time of the user’s moves is reduced. Also, when the user’s dashboard bar is full, his basic attack will charge him in the direction he is moving and will consume the entire dashboard bar.
Passive ability – Run away
The Pokemon’s movement speed increases when opposing Pokémon are nearby. As the Pokémon moves, its shutter indicator charges. When its Sprint gauge is full, the Pokémon starts running with an increased movement speed. If the Pokémon’s movement speed drops below a set speed, the sprint gauge will run out quickly. When Doduo scores a goal, he evenly splits the collected Aeos energy into two portions and deposits them in the goal one at a time. After Doduo evolves into Dodrio, when he scores a goal, he evenly splits the collected Aeos energy into three portions and deposits them in the goal one at a time.
Skill 1 – Peck
This flying-type move causes the player to move forward while striking with his beaks. When the sprint gauge is full, the player charges forward instead, while he hits with his beaks. Using this move completely consumes the sprint meter.
Skill Upgrades 1
At some point, as the level increases, of which we don’t yet know to what level, Peck can be upgraded to one of these moves.
| Drill Peck | Tri attack |
|---|---|
| This Flying-type move causes the user to advance while striking multiple times with its sharp beaks, dealing damage to the opposing Pokémon it hits. When the player’s sprint gauge is full, the user dashes forward as he hits multiple times with his sharp beaks, dealing damage to the opposing Pokémon he hits and pushing them. Using this move completely consumes the sprint meter. | The ability provides that the user attacks with his beaks, in a cone in front of him, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon and applying one of the following random effects: a decrease in Attack and damage over time for a certain period of time , a decrease in base attack speed, or a decrease in movement speed. When the player’s sprint gauge is full, the user fires three bullets, one red, one yellow, and one blue, in the designated direction instead. If a bullet hits an opposing Pokémon, the bullet deals damage and applies one of the above effects based on its color. After this move, the user’s next basic attack deals additional damage and restores some of the user’s HP. You can keep a maximum of two uses of this move. |
| Update: The ability reduces the cooldown of this move. When this move hits opposing Pokémon, it restores a portion of the user’s HP based on the amount of damage dealt. Guy– Melee CD– 7.5 seconds |
Update: The user, the next basic attack after using this move, restores more HP. When the user’s sprint gauge is full, the cooldown time for this move is reduced. Guy– Melee CD– 1s |
Skill 2 – Quick Attack
The ability causes the user to dash forward, increasing their movement speed for a short time and dealing damage to the opposing Pokemon it hits. This move’s cooldown is reduced if it hits opposing Pokémon.
Skill Upgrades 2
Quick Attack has the following upgrade options available.
| Agility | Skip Soccer |
|---|---|
| The skill removes all status conditions from the user. Load up his speed gauge. Subsequently, the user, the speed of movement increases for a short time, and its shutter indicator loads faster. | This move causes the user to jump forward while kicking. If this move comes into contact with an opposing Pokémon or obstacle, the user will jump over it and stomp on the ground when it lands, dealing damage to the opposing Pokémon in the area of effect and slowing their movement speed for a short time. Additionally, if this move makes contact with an opposing Pokémon or obstacle, the user’s sprint gauge charges. If the move makes contact with an opposing Pokémon, its cooldown is reduced. |
| Update: After using this move, the user’s sprint gauge charges fully. Guy– In shape CD– 10s |
Update: When the player steps on the ground after jumping, the opposing Pokémon in the area of effect are also unable to act. Guy– Hyphen CD– 8s |
Unite Move
The move causes the user to execute the designated position. While running, the user is immune to obstacles. If the user comes into contact with opposing Pokémon while running, it deals damage to them and throws them into the air. When the user arrives at the designated location, his attack increases for a short time and he is granted a shield. Also, its speed gauge charges faster for a short time.
The best items for Dodrio in Pokémon Unite
Later in this guide, we will discuss the best kept items for Dodrio in Pokémon Unite, as well as its best battle item.
The best articles kept
| Elements) | Because it is useful |
|---|---|
| Floating stone | The item helps increase movement speed when not fighting. This would eventually help fill the speed gauge. |
| Attack weight | This would increase Dodrio’s Attack every time he scores a goal. |
| Claw razor | The item increases Dodrio’s critical hit rate and would slow down the opponent as well. |
In addition to the builds suggested above, a Dodrio player can also use the following item builds:
- Floating stone, focus band, attack weight.
- Floating Stone, Scoring Shield, Aeos Cookie.
- Attack Weight, Aeos Cookie, Focus Band.
- Viewfinder, focus band, attack weight.
The best battle items
- Slow smoking: This would slow the opponent down, causing Dodrio to hit him from close range for maximum damage.
- Speed X: It could help slow Pokemon retreat or chase a Pokemon with little HP remaining.
Pokémon Unite Dodrio Game Tips
Our Pokémon Unite Dodrio guide includes the perfect game plan for the leave early and late on occasion Unite battles.
Early play
The game starts with a Dodrio. The Doduo mechanism is practically similar. Take the jungle and keep moving on the map. Score goals by moving from one lane to another to stack your items. Here is a combination of moves you can try after starting by moving to fill the Sprint Gauge. So look for a target, then use Quick Attack to start. Maintaining the momentum, he uses Peck to finish the combo. If you can keep the Run away measure, Peck will inflict greater damage.
Since there is a lot in the jungle on the new map, leveling up won’t be a problem. Remember that a fully charged Sprint gauge would give you a boosted basic attack. You can also use Peck or Quick Attack for quick retreats.
Late game
Even after the game, keep moving your feet. Focus on scoring goals to double them during the final stretch. Remember to reduce the cooldown time of your moves with Baic Attacks. Additionally, the Agility move can help with a speed buff which in turn helps fill the sprint gauge. Use the Merge move to assault your opponents or to retreat. You can also start it during the last stretch to quickly score a goal when it’s empty.
Try using Drill Peck only when the Sprint gauge is full, for best results.
Positioning of Dodrio
For ranked or standard battle in Theia Sky Ruins, the recommendation would be jungle or bottom lane. However, change lanes once you level up.
Dodrio with other Pokémon
Our Pokémon Unite Dodrio guide would also talk about the relationship between Dodrio and other Pokémon.
The best synergies with Dodrio
These Pokemon would be the perfect synergy for Dodrio, especially in the next game. Although speedsters are expected to play a lot on their own. However, team play is necessary at some point. If so, try to stick with the Supporters.
| Pokémon | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Wigglytuff | This Pokemon’s immobilizing mechanic would help Dodrio |
Strong and weak Pokemon against Dodrio
| Pokémon that Dodrio counteracts | Pokémon that counteracts Dodrio |
|---|---|
| Greninja | Crust |
| Decidueye | Slowbro |
| Pikachu | Mamoswine |
| Talonflame | Egislash |
| Meow | Dragonite |
Pokémon Unite Dodrio: tips, tricks and strategies
Our Pokémon Unite Dodrio the guide includes the perfect game plan for the leave early and late during Join the battles.
- Keep in mind that Dodrio’s style of play is to avoid direct fights with opponents, especially solo fights. Only fight when the rest of your team is around. Otherwise, focus on the jungle, picking up the lost Aeos energies and scoring quick goals.
- The basic requirement to play with Dodrio is to walk around the field every time. NEVER stop, not even during fights, and there is absolutely no need to go defensive and defend goals, especially in the early stages.
- Pay attention to opposition speed flow zones and slow smoking, which may slow you down.
- The Agility move and items like Float Stone and X-speed are the most beneficial synergies for Dodrio, use them.
- Controlling Dodrio would take practice as the buttons on the right side (navigation buttons) will not work as direction buttons for this Pokemon. Dodrio would only attack in the direction your left direction controller would point. However, only the AGILITY move would be an exception.
- Remember that Dodrio or Doduo, score in three or two separate parts respectively, however, stacking the items would only work if all 3 portions are completely marked. So, if there is a break after the first or second dunk, stacking will not take place.
- However, if the opposing Goal has only 10 health points left (we assume) and you want to crush it too much with 30 Aeos Energy, it will not be possible, because Dodrio would score in 3 parts and only the first 10 Aeos Energy can be soaked.
- Overdunk can only be possible if the prison is left unprotected by Regieleki. In that case, Dodrio would earn 30/40/50 Aeos points at once.
- Finally, players should avoid using it a lot in ranked matches until they have mastered all of its moves and style of play. They should use Offline Mode or Standard Battles as a Practice Arena.
Final thoughts
The long-awaited Speedster has met expectations according to many. However, the Dodrio checks require practice. So, practice well before playing ranked games. For further updates, he continues to follow our news and guides.
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