Want to design and construct your own bodies of water? This is for you.
By Alex Perry on March 16, 2026
Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 is arguably the hottest game right now, particularly if you browse social media. However, navigating its Minecraft-inspired mechanics can be tricky for some players.
A case in point is the challenge of mastering the Suck ability. This is one of Ditto’s key skills that gamers can acquire, essential for crafting your ideal Pokémon island. Progression in Pokopia can be a bit unclear at times, so here’s a guide on how to learn Suck in Pokémon Pokopia.
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How to absorb water in Pokopia
Suck lets Ditto vacuum water, allowing it to move and create water bodies like creeks or ponds for visual pleasure or summoning Pokémon through water habitats.
If moving water without Suck is proving difficult, don’t worry. Just continue with the storyline. According to Reddit, the first step is advancing in the Rocky Ridges area to establish the Pokémon center. This involves completing various smaller quests in that region.
Once this is achieved, you’ll get a mission from Piplup in the Bleak Beach area to build a waterfall. To execute this, recruit a Paldean Wooper by forming a “marshy tall grass” habitat using four yellow grass tiles near muddy water.
Lay down these elements, wait, and eventually, Paldean Wooper will appear to assist Ditto in learning Suck.
Alex Perry is a tech reporter focusing on video games and consumer tech at Mashable, with a decade-long experience in reviewing games and tech. He’s a Pisces, enjoys cats, and supports Kansas City sports. Connect with him on Bluesky at yelix.bsky.social.