Overview
Suck Up Liquids (often shortened to "Suck") is a Ditto transformation move in Pokemon Pokopia that functions like a water bucket. It allows Ditto to inhale a block of liquid, carry it, and spit it out elsewhere to create a new water source. The move is taught by Paldean Wooper at Bleak Beach and is the ninth move in the unlock sequence. Suck Up Liquids is essential for water management, habitat construction, humidity control, and creating custom waterfalls.
How to Unlock
Paldean Wooper appears at Bleak Beach after you create a Marshy Tall Grass habitat. The habitat requires 4 yellow tall grass tiles placed beside muddy water.
Build the Marshy Tall Grass habitat in Bleak Beach using yellow tall grass and muddy water.
Paldean Wooper will spawn at the habitat location.
Complete Paldean Wooper's request (bring 3 Tomatoes) to learn Suck Up Liquids.
Controls
Button | Action |
|---|---|
Hold Y + ZR (near liquid) | Inhale / suck up a block of liquid |
A | Spit out the stored liquid at the target location |
B | Gulp (discard the liquid without placing it) |
Face a body of liquid, hold Y to begin inhaling, and simultaneously press ZR to suck it up. Ditto visibly puffs up while carrying liquid. Walk to your desired destination and press A to spit it out as a new liquid block. If you want to discard the liquid without placing it anywhere, press B to gulp it down.
Compatible Liquids
Suck Up Liquids works on every type of liquid in the game:
Liquid Type | Source |
|---|---|
Rivers, ponds, rain puddles | |
Ocean Water | Coastal areas in Bleak Beach |
Hot-Spring Water | Natural hot springs |
Muddy Water | Swamps and marshes |
Vending Machine Drinks | Vending machines (when accessible) |
Lava | Underground caverns in Rocky Ridges |
Creating Waterfalls
One of the most popular uses of Suck Up Liquids is building custom waterfalls. Carry water to a high ledge and spit it out over the edge. The water will flow downward, forming a waterfall. If you have learned Waterfall, you can even climb your own custom waterfalls using Surf, creating permanent vertical shortcuts.
Humidity Management
Placing water sources near habitats increases the local humidity. Some Pokemon prefer humid environments, and adjusting humidity through water placement can help raise their comfort levels. Conversely, removing water from an area lowers humidity, which may suit Pokemon that prefer dry conditions.
Tips
Suck Up Liquids does not consume PP. You can move as much liquid as you want without draining your energy bar.
Ocean water and fresh water behave differently. Ocean water supports salt-water Pokemon habitats, while fresh water is needed for farming and most inland habitats.
Use this move to fill in dry areas before using Water Gun and Leafage. A nearby water source keeps the ground hydrated naturally.
Hot-spring water retains its properties when relocated. Move it near Pokemon that enjoy warmth to boost their comfort.
Lava is dangerous but can be relocated to areas where you need it for specific builds. Handle with care.