Helioptile

While Helioptile may look appealing due to its ability Dry Skin, its poor bulk makes it unable to take attacks without being heavily damaged. One thing that Helioptile has going for it is access to Glare, which can paralyze Ground-types, and U-turn, which allows it to avoid getting trapped by Diglett. However, Helioptile's advantages are not enough to make up for its shortcomings, as other Electric-type Pokemon like Chinchou and Magnemite both outclass this Pokemon due to a better Special Attack stat, better defensive typing, and better bulk. Elekid can also perform Helioptile's offensive role better due to its higher Special Attack stat and its better Speed.