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Pokémon Type Defence Data
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This dataset provides essential Pokémon type matchup information, meticulously scraped from Serebii.net. It was originally created to demonstrate and test Selenium's web scraping capabilities, ensuring the process was repeatable and reliable. The data encompasses type effectiveness for all Pokémon found within the Galar Pokédex, specifically covering the period post-Isle of Armor and pre-Crowned Tundra content updates. This resource is invaluable for understanding Pokémon battle mechanics and strategic planning.
Columns
- Name: The official name of the Pokémon.
- Number: The unique Pokédex number assigned to each Pokémon.
- Normal: The damage multiplier applied when a Normal-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Fire: The damage multiplier applied when a Fire-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Water: The damage multiplier applied when a Water-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Electric: The damage multiplier applied when an Electric-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Grass: The damage multiplier applied when a Grass-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Ice: The damage multiplier applied when an Ice-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Fighting: The damage multiplier applied when a Fighting-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Poison: The damage multiplier applied when a Poison-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Ground: The damage multiplier applied when a Ground-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Flying: The damage multiplier applied when a Flying-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Psychic: The damage multiplier applied when a Psychic-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Bug: The damage multiplier applied when a Bug-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Rock: The damage multiplier applied when a Rock-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Ghost: The damage multiplier applied when a Ghost-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Dragon: The damage multiplier applied when a Dragon-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Dark: The damage multiplier applied when a Dark-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Steel: The damage multiplier applied when a Steel-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Fairy: The damage multiplier applied when a Fairy-type attack targets the Pokémon.
- Note on Damage Multipliers: Values such as *0, *0.5, *1, *2, or *4 indicate the damage effectiveness. For example, *0.5 means half damage, *1 means normal damage, and *2 means double damage.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV file, named 'PokeTypeMatchupData.csv', with a file size of 44.82 kB. It consists of 20 columns and contains 576 individual records, with no missing values observed across the dataset.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Developing applications that require Pokémon type effectiveness data, such as battle simulators or team builders.
- Educating users on Pokémon game mechanics and strategic type matchups.
- Demonstrating and practising web scraping techniques using Selenium.
- Exploring data analysis related to game statistics and character attributes.
- Future work aims to ensure the scalability of the scraping process, potentially including data from new Pokémon generations or updates.
Coverage
The dataset specifically covers Pokémon featured in the Galar Pokédex, aligning with the content available after the Isle of Armor expansion but before the release of the Crowned Tundra expansion. It focuses on type effectiveness data without specific demographic or further geographic scope beyond the Galar region context.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Pokémon Trainers and Enthusiasts: To enhance their understanding of battle strategies and type advantages.
- Game Developers: For integrating accurate type matchup logic into fan-made games, apps, or tools.
- Data Analysts and Scientists: To practise data extraction, cleaning, and analysis techniques on gaming data.
- Web Scraping Practitioners: As a practical example for learning or refining Selenium-based scraping methods.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Galar Pokédex Type Matchups
- Pokémon Battle Type Effectiveness
- Serebii Galar Type Data
- Pokémon Type Defence Data
- Galar Dex Matchup Stats
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Original Data Source: Pokémon Type Defence Data
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