Pokémon Abilities

Complete database of all 367 abilities in Pokémon games

About Pokémon Abilities

Abilities are passive effects that each Pokémon has. They were introduced in Generation III (Ruby & Sapphire) and have become a core part of competitive battling. Each Pokémon can have one of its possible Abilities, and some Pokémon have Hidden Abilities that are harder to obtain.

Most Popular Abilities

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Adaptability

Gen 4

Increases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×.

15 Pokémon can have this ability
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Anticipation

Gen 4

Notifies all trainers upon entering battle if an opponent has a super-effective move, self destruct, explosion, or a one-hit KO move.

15 Pokémon can have this ability
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Big Pecks

Gen 5

Protects against Defense drops.

15 Pokémon can have this ability
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Blaze

Gen 3

Strengthens fire moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

15 Pokémon can have this ability
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Chlorophyll

Gen 3

Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.

15 Pokémon can have this ability
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Clear Body

Gen 3

Prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.

15 Pokémon can have this ability
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Competitive

Gen 6

Raises Special Attack by two stages upon having any stat lowered.

15 Pokémon can have this ability
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Cursed Body

Gen 5

Has a 30% chance of Disabling any move that hits the Pokémon.

15 Pokémon can have this ability

All Abilities

Generation 3 abilities(76 abilities)

Air Lock

Gen 3

Negates all effects of weather, but does not prevent the weather itself.

Used by:
Rayquaza

Arena Trap

Gen 3

Prevents opponents from fleeing or switching out. Eluded by flying-types and Pokémon in the air.

Used by:
DiglettDugtrioTrapinch

Battle Armor

Gen 3

Protects against critical hits.

Used by:
CuboneMarowakKabuto+8 more

Blaze

Gen 3

Strengthens fire moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Used by:
CharmanderCharmeleonCharizard+12 more

Chlorophyll

Gen 3

Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.

Used by:
BulbasaurIvysaurVenusaur+12 more

Clear Body

Gen 3

Prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.

Used by:
TentacoolTentacruelBeldum+12 more

Cloud Nine

Gen 3

Negates all effects of weather, but does not prevent the weather itself.

Used by:
PsyduckGolduckLickitung+4 more

Color Change

Gen 3

Changes type to match when hit by a damaging move.

Used by:
Kecleon

Compound Eyes

Gen 3

Increases moves' accuracy to 1.3×.

Used by:
ButterfreeVenonatYanma+10 more

Cute Charm

Gen 3

Has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact.

Used by:
ClefairyClefableJigglypuff+12 more

Damp

Gen 3

Prevents self destruct, explosion, and aftermath from working while the Pokémon is in battle.

Used by:
ParasParasectPsyduck+12 more

Drizzle

Gen 3

Summons rain that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.

Used by:
PolitoedPelipperKyogre

Drought

Gen 3

Summons strong sunlight that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.

Used by:
VulpixNinetalesTorkoal+2 more

Early Bird

Gen 3

Makes sleep pass twice as quickly.

Used by:
DoduoDodrioKangaskhan+12 more

Effect Spore

Gen 3

Has a 30% chance of inflcting either paralysis, poison, or sleep on attacking Pokémon on contact.

Used by:
VileplumeParasParasect+8 more

Flame Body

Gen 3

Has a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact.

Used by:
PonytaRapidashMagmar+12 more

Flash Fire

Gen 3

Protects against fire moves. Once one has been blocked, the Pokémon's own Fire moves inflict 1.5× damage until it leaves battle.

Used by:
VulpixNinetalesGrowlithe+12 more

Forecast

Gen 3

Changes castform's type and form to match the weather.

Used by:
CastformCastform SunnyCastform Rainy+1 more

Guts

Gen 3

Increases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment.

Used by:
RattataRaticateMachop+12 more

Huge Power

Gen 3

Doubles Attack in battle.

Used by:
MarillAzumarillAzurill+3 more

Hustle

Gen 3

Strengthens physical moves to inflict 1.5× damage, but decreases their accuracy to 0.8×.

Used by:
RattataRaticateNidoran F+12 more

Hyper Cutter

Gen 3

Prevents Attack from being lowered by other Pokémon.

Used by:
KrabbyKinglerPinsir+9 more

Illuminate

Gen 3

Doubles the wild encounter rate.

Used by:
StaryuStarmieChinchou+5 more

Immunity

Gen 3

Prevents poison.

Used by:
SnorlaxGligarZangoose+1 more

Inner Focus

Gen 3

Prevents flinching.

Used by:
ZubatGolbatAbra+12 more

Insomnia

Gen 3

Prevents sleep.

Used by:
DrowzeeHypnoHoothoot+12 more

Intimidate

Gen 3

Lowers opponents' Attack one stage upon entering battle.

Used by:
EkansArbokGrowlithe+12 more

Keen Eye

Gen 3

Prevents accuracy from being lowered.

Used by:
PidgeyPidgeottoPidgeot+12 more

Levitate

Gen 3

Evades ground moves.

Used by:
GastlyHaunterKoffing+12 more

Lightning Rod

Gen 3

Redirects single-target electric moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Electric moves, raising Special Attack one stage.

Used by:
PikachuRaichuCubone+12 more

Limber

Gen 3

Prevents paralysis.

Used by:
PersianHitmonleeDitto+11 more

Liquid Ooze

Gen 3

Damages opponents using leeching moves for as much as they would heal.

Used by:
TentacoolTentacruelGulpin+1 more

Magma Armor

Gen 3

Prevents freezing.

Used by:
SlugmaMagcargoCamerupt

Magnet Pull

Gen 3

Prevents steel opponents from fleeing or switching out.

Used by:
MagnemiteMagnetonNosepass+6 more

Marvel Scale

Gen 3

Increases Defense to 1.5× with a major status ailment.

Used by:
DratiniDragonairMilotic

Minus

Gen 3

Increases Special Attack to 1.5× when a friendly Pokémon has plus or minus.

Used by:
ElectrikeManectricMinun+5 more

Natural Cure

Gen 3

Cures any major status ailment upon switching out.

Used by:
ChanseyStaryuStarmie+12 more

Oblivious

Gen 3

Prevents infatuation and protects against captivate.

Used by:
SlowpokeSlowbroLickitung+12 more

Overgrow

Gen 3

Strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Used by:
BulbasaurIvysaurVenusaur+12 more

Own Tempo

Gen 3

Prevents confusion.

Used by:
SlowpokeSlowbroLickitung+12 more

Pickup

Gen 3

Picks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. May also pick up an item after battle.

Used by:
MeowthAipomTeddiursa+12 more

Plus

Gen 3

Increases Special Attack to 1.5× when a friendly Pokémon has plus or minus.

Used by:
MareepFlaaffyAmpharos+7 more

Poison Point

Gen 3

Has a 30% chance of poisoning attacking Pokémon on contact.

Used by:
Nidoran FNidorinaNidoqueen+12 more

Pressure

Gen 3

Increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one.

Used by:
AerodactylArticunoZapdos+12 more

Pure Power

Gen 3

Doubles Attack in battle.

Used by:
MedititeMedichamMedicham Mega

Rain Dish

Gen 3

Heals for 1/16 max HP after each turn during rain.

Used by:
SquirtleWartortleBlastoise+11 more

Rock Head

Gen 3

Protects against recoil damage.

Used by:
GeodudeGravelerGolem+12 more

Rough Skin

Gen 3

Damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.

Used by:
CarvanhaSharpedoGible+3 more

Run Away

Gen 3

Ensures success fleeing from wild battles.

Used by:
CaterpieWeedleRattata+12 more

Sand Stream

Gen 3

Summons a sandstorm that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.

Used by:
TyranitarHippopotasHippowdon+2 more

Sand Veil

Gen 3

Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Used by:
SandshrewSandslashDiglett+12 more

Serene Grace

Gen 3

Doubles the chance of moves' extra effects occurring.

Used by:
ChanseyTogepiTogetic+12 more

Shadow Tag

Gen 3

Prevents opponents from fleeing or switching out.

Used by:
WobbuffetWynautGothita+3 more

Shed Skin

Gen 3

Has a 33% chance of curing any major status ailment after each turn.

Used by:
MetapodKakunaEkans+12 more

Shell Armor

Gen 3

Protects against critical hits.

Used by:
ShellderCloysterKrabby+12 more

Shield Dust

Gen 3

Protects against incoming moves' extra effects.

Used by:
CaterpieWeedleVenomoth+9 more

Soundproof

Gen 3

Protects against sound-based moves.

Used by:
VoltorbElectrodeMr Mime+12 more

Speed Boost

Gen 3

Raises Speed one stage after each turn.

Used by:
YanmaTorchicCombusken+11 more

Static

Gen 3

Has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact.

Used by:
PikachuRaichuVoltorb+12 more

Stench

Gen 3

Has a 10% chance of making target Pokémon flinch with each hit.

Used by:
GloomGrimerMuk+7 more

Sticky Hold

Gen 3

Prevents a held item from being removed by other Pokémon.

Used by:
GrimerMukGulpin+7 more

Sturdy

Gen 3

Prevents being KOed from full HP, leaving 1 HP instead. Protects against the one-hit KO moves regardless of HP.

Used by:
GeodudeGravelerGolem+12 more

Suction Cups

Gen 3

Prevents being forced out of battle by other Pokémon's moves.

Used by:
OctilleryLileepCradily+2 more

Swarm

Gen 3

Strengthens bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Used by:
BeedrillScytherLedyba+12 more

Swift Swim

Gen 3

Doubles Speed during rain.

Used by:
PsyduckGolduckPoliwag+12 more

Synchronize

Gen 3

Copies burns, paralysis, and poison received onto the Pokémon that inflicted them.

Used by:
AbraKadabraAlakazam+12 more

Thick Fat

Gen 3

Halves damage from fire and ice moves.

Used by:
SeelDewgongSnorlax+12 more

Torrent

Gen 3

Strengthens water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Used by:
SquirtleWartortleBlastoise+12 more

Trace

Gen 3

Copies an opponent's ability upon entering battle.

Used by:
PorygonPorygon2Ralts+3 more

Truant

Gen 3

Skips every second turn.

Used by:
SlakothSlakingDurant

Vital Spirit

Gen 3

Prevents sleep.

Used by:
MankeyPrimeapeElectabuzz+12 more

Volt Absorb

Gen 3

Absorbs electric moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

Used by:
JolteonChinchouLanturn+10 more

Water Absorb

Gen 3

Absorbs water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

Used by:
PoliwagPoliwhirlPoliwrath+12 more

Water Veil

Gen 3

Prevents burns.

Used by:
GoldeenSeakingMantine+11 more

White Smoke

Gen 3

Prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.

Used by:
TorkoalHeatmorSizzlipede+2 more

Wonder Guard

Gen 3

Protects against damaging moves that are not super effective.

Used by:
Shedinja

Generation 4 abilities(47 abilities)

Adaptability

Gen 4

Increases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×.

Used by:
EeveeCorphishCrawdaunt+12 more

Aftermath

Gen 4

Damages the attacker for 1/4 its max HP when knocked out by a contact move.

Used by:
VoltorbElectrodeDrifloon+8 more

Anger Point

Gen 4

Raises Attack to the maximum of six stages upon receiving a critical hit.

Used by:
MankeyPrimeapeTauros+9 more

Anticipation

Gen 4

Notifies all trainers upon entering battle if an opponent has a super-effective move, self destruct, explosion, or a one-hit KO move.

Used by:
EeveeBarboachWhiscash+12 more

Bad Dreams

Gen 4

Damages sleeping opponents for 1/8 their max HP after each turn.

Used by:
Darkrai

Download

Gen 4

Raises the attack stat corresponding to the opponents' weaker defense one stage upon entering battle.

Used by:
PorygonPorygon2Porygon Z+1 more

Dry Skin

Gen 4

Causes 1/8 max HP in damage each turn during strong sunlight, but heals for 1/8 max HP during rain. Increases damage from fire moves to 1.25×, but absorbs water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

Used by:
ParasParasectJynx+4 more

Filter

Gen 4

Decreases damage taken from super-effective moves by 1/4.

Used by:
Mr MimeMime JrRevavroom+1 more

Flower Gift

Gen 4

Increases friendly Pokémon's Attack and Special Defense to 1.5× during strong sunlight.

Used by:
Cherrim

Forewarn

Gen 4

Reveals the opponents' strongest move upon entering battle.

Used by:
DrowzeeHypnoJynx+3 more

Frisk

Gen 4

Reveals an opponent's held item upon entering battle.

Used by:
WigglytuffSentretFurret+12 more

Gluttony

Gen 4

Makes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.

Used by:
BellsproutWeepinbellVictreebel+12 more

Heatproof

Gen 4

Halves damage from fire moves and burns.

Used by:
BronzorBronzongRolycoly+2 more

Honey Gather

Gen 4

The Pokémon may pick up honey after battle.

Used by:
TeddiursaCombeeCutiefly+2 more

Hydration

Gen 4

Cures any major status ailment after each turn during rain.

Used by:
SeelDewgongLapras+12 more

Ice Body

Gen 4

Heals for 1/16 max HP after each turn during hail. Protects against hail damage.

Used by:
SeelDewgongSnorunt+12 more

Iron Fist

Gen 4

Strengthens punch-based moves to 1.2× their power.

Used by:
HitmonchanLedianChimchar+12 more

Klutz

Gen 4

Prevents the Pokémon from using its held item in battle.

Used by:
BunearyLopunnyWoobat+9 more

Leaf Guard

Gen 4

Protects against major status ailments during strong sunlight.

Used by:
TangelaChikoritaBayleef+12 more

Magic Guard

Gen 4

Protects against damage not directly caused by a move.

Used by:
ClefairyClefableAbra+7 more

Mold Breaker

Gen 4

Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.

Used by:
PinsirCranidosRampardos+12 more

Motor Drive

Gen 4

Absorbs electric moves, raising Speed one stage.

Used by:
ElectivireBlitzleZebstrika+1 more

Multitype

Gen 4

Changes arceus's type and form to match its held Plate.

Used by:
Arceus

No Guard

Gen 4

Ensures all moves used by and against the Pokémon hit.

Used by:
MachopMachokeMachamp+8 more

Normalize

Gen 4

Makes the Pokémon's moves all act normal-type.

Used by:
SkittyDelcatty

Poison Heal

Gen 4

Heals for 1/8 max HP after each turn when poisoned in place of damage.

Used by:
ShroomishBreloomGliscor

Quick Feet

Gen 4

Increases Speed to 1.5× with a major status ailment.

Used by:
JolteonGranbullTeddiursa+8 more

Reckless

Gen 4

Strengthens recoil moves to 1.2× their power.

Used by:
HitmonleeRhyhornRhydon+10 more

Rivalry

Gen 4

Increases damage inflicted to 1.25× against Pokémon of the same gender, but decreases damage to 0.75× against the opposite gender.

Used by:
Nidoran FNidorinaNidoqueen+12 more

Scrappy

Gen 4

Lets the Pokémon's normal and fighting moves hit ghost Pokémon.

Used by:
KangaskhanMiltankTaillow+12 more

Simple

Gen 4

Doubles the Pokémon's stat modifiers. These doubled modifiers are still capped at -6 or 6 stages.

Used by:
NumelBidoofBibarel+2 more

Skill Link

Gen 4

Extends two-to-five-hit moves and triple kick to their full length every time.

Used by:
ShellderCloysterAipom+7 more

Slow Start

Gen 4

Halves Attack and Speed for five turns upon entering battle.

Used by:
RegigigasVaroom

Sniper

Gen 4

Strengthens critical hits to inflict 3× damage rather than 2×.

Used by:
BeedrillSpearowFearow+12 more

Snow Cloak

Gen 4

Increases evasion to 1.25× during hail. Protects against hail damage.

Used by:
ArticunoSwinubPiloswine+12 more

Snow Warning

Gen 4

Summons hail that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.

Used by:
SnoverAbomasnowVanilluxe+5 more

Solar Power

Gen 4

Increases Special Attack to 1.5× but costs 1/8 max HP after each turn during strong sunlight.

Used by:
CharmanderCharmeleonCharizard+7 more

Solid Rock

Gen 4

Decreases damage taken from super-effective moves by 1/4.

Used by:
CameruptRhyperiorTirtouga+1 more

Stall

Gen 4

Makes the Pokémon move last within its move's priority bracket.

Used by:
Sableye

Steadfast

Gen 4

Raises Speed one stage upon flinching.

Used by:
MachopMachokeMachamp+12 more

Storm Drain

Gen 4

Redirects single-target water moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Water moves, raising Special Attack one stage.

Used by:
LileepCradilyShellos+7 more

Super Luck

Gen 4

Raises moves' critical hit rates one stage.

Used by:
TogepiTogeticMurkrow+6 more

Tangled Feet

Gen 4

Doubles evasion when confused.

Used by:
PidgeyPidgeottoPidgeot+6 more

Technician

Gen 4

Strengthens moves of 60 base power or less to 1.5× their power.

Used by:
MeowthPersianMr Mime+12 more

Tinted Lens

Gen 4

Doubles damage inflicted with not-very-effective moves.

Used by:
ButterfreeVenonatVenomoth+10 more

Unaware

Gen 4

Ignores other Pokémon's stat modifiers for damage and accuracy calculation.

Used by:
ClefableWooperQuagsire+12 more

Unburden

Gen 4

Doubles Speed upon using or losing a held item.

Used by:
HitmonleeTreeckoGrovyle+12 more

Generation 5 abilities(101 abilities)

Analytic

Gen 5

Strengthens moves to 1.3× their power when moving last.

Used by:
MagnemiteMagnetonStaryu+9 more

Aqua Boost

Gen 5

Boosts the effectiveness of adjacent allies' Water-type attacks.

Big Pecks

Gen 5

Protects against Defense drops.

Used by:
PidgeyPidgeottoPidgeot+12 more

Black Hole

Gen 5

Enemies adjacent to the Pokémon cannot move.

Bodyguard

Gen 5

The Pokémon protects adjacent allies by taking enemy attacks for them.

Bonanza

Gen 5

The Pokémon is able to collect considerably more gold.

Calming

Gen 5

The Pokémon can send nearby enemies to sleep.

Celebrate

Gen 5

The Pokémon can move again after defeating an enemy.

Climber

Gen 5

Raises Attack when the Pokémon is below its target.

Confidence

Gen 5

Increases nearby allies' Defense.

Conqueror

Gen 5

Improves stats every time the Pokémon defeats an enemy.

Contrary

Gen 5

Inverts stat changes.

Used by:
ShuckleSpindaSnivy+8 more

Cursed Body

Gen 5

Has a 30% chance of Disabling any move that hits the Pokémon.

Used by:
GengarShuppetBanette+12 more

Daze

Gen 5

The Pokémon can send nearby enemies to sleep for a long time.

Decoy

Gen 5

The Pokémon can act as a decoy, attracting enemy attacks.

Deep Sleep

Gen 5

Restores HP while sleeping.

Defeatist

Gen 5

Halves Attack and Special Attack at 50% max HP or less.

Used by:
ArchenArcheops

Defiant

Gen 5

Raises Attack two stages upon having any stat lowered.

Used by:
MankeyPrimeapeFarfetchd+12 more

Disgust

Gen 5

Forces hit enemies to switch places with adjacent enemies.

Dodge

Gen 5

The Pokémon can evade direct attacks and knock opponents off balance.

Explode

Gen 5

The Pokémon explodes upon fainting, inflicting damage on those nearby.

Flame Boost

Gen 5

Boosts the effectiveness of adjacent allies' Fire-type attacks.

Flare Boost

Gen 5

Increases Special Attack to 1.5× when burned.

Used by:
DrifloonDrifblim

Fortune

Gen 5

The Pokémon is able to collect more gold.

Friend Guard

Gen 5

Decreases all direct damage taken by friendly Pokémon to 0.75×.

Used by:
ClefairyJigglypuffCleffa+7 more

Frighten

Gen 5

Reduces nearby enemies' Speed.

Frostbite

Gen 5

Contact with the Pokémon may freeze the attacker.

Grass Cloak

Gen 5

Improves Defense on grass.

Gulp

Gen 5

Restores HP when the Pokémon is standing in water.

Harvest

Gen 5

Has a 50% chance of restoring a used Berry after each turn if the Pokémon has held no items in the meantime.

Used by:
ExeggcuteExeggutorTropius+6 more

Healer

Gen 5

Has a 30% chance of curing each adjacent ally of any major status ailment after each turn.

Used by:
ChanseyBellossomBlissey+9 more

Heavy Metal

Gen 5

Doubles the Pokémon's weight.

Used by:
AronLaironAggron+7 more

Herbivore

Gen 5

Restores HP when the Pokémon is standing on grass.

Hero

Gen 5

Raises Attack and Defense when their army is struggling.

High Rise

Gen 5

Raises Attack when the Pokémon is above its target.

Hot Blooded

Gen 5

Restores HP when the Pokémon is standing in magma, soil, or sand.

Illusion

Gen 5

Takes the appearance of the last conscious party Pokémon upon being sent out until hit by a damaging move.

Used by:
ZoruaZoroarkZorua Hisui+1 more

Imposter

Gen 5

Transforms upon entering battle.

Used by:
Ditto

Infiltrator

Gen 5

Bypasses light screen, reflect, and safeguard.

Used by:
ZubatGolbatCrobat+12 more

Instinct

Gen 5

The Pokémon uses intuition to swiftly evade enemy moves.

Interference

Gen 5

Lowers the accuracy of adjacent enemies.

Iron Barbs

Gen 5

Damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.

Used by:
FerroseedFerrothornTogedemaru+1 more

Jagged Edge

Gen 5

Contact with the Pokémon inflicts damage on the attacker.

Justified

Gen 5

Raises Attack one stage upon taking damage from a dark move.

Used by:
GrowlitheArcanineAbsol+7 more

Last Bastion

Gen 5

Raises Attack and Defense when all other allies have been defeated.

Life Force

Gen 5

Restores HP every turn.

Light Metal

Gen 5

Halves the Pokémon's weight.

Used by:
ScizorBeldumMetang+4 more

Lullaby

Gen 5

The Pokémon can sing nearby enemies to sleep.

Lunchbox

Gen 5

Restores HP when waiting at the end of a turn.

Magic Bounce

Gen 5

Reflects most non-damaging moves back at their user.

Used by:
NatuXatuEspeon+7 more

Medic

Gen 5

Restores the HP of nearby allies.

Melee

Gen 5

The Pokémon can attack adjacent enemies in the confusion of battle.

Mood Maker

Gen 5

Increases nearby allies' Energy.

Moody

Gen 5

Raises a random stat two stages and lowers another one stage after each turn.

Used by:
RemoraidOctillerySmeargle+5 more

Mountaineer

Gen 5

The Pokémon can climb to high places.

Moxie

Gen 5

Raises Attack one stage upon KOing a Pokémon.

Used by:
PinsirGyaradosHeracross+12 more

Multiscale

Gen 5

Halves damage taken from full HP.

Used by:
DragoniteLugia

Mummy

Gen 5

Changes attacking Pokémon's abilities to Mummy on contact.

Used by:
YamaskCofagrigus

Nomad

Gen 5

Raises Attack in proportion to distance moved.

Nurse

Gen 5

The Pokémon may heal an adjacent ally's status ailments.

Omnipotent

Gen 5

The Pokémon has several different Abilities and can inflict damage upon Pokémon of all types.

Overcoat

Gen 5

Protects against damage from weather.

Used by:
ShellderCloysterPineco+12 more

Parry

Gen 5

The Pokémon can parry direct enemy attacks with claws or blades.

Perception

Gen 5

The Pokémon can evade moves from its allies.

Pickpocket

Gen 5

Steals attacking Pokémon's held items on contact.

Used by:
SneaselSeedotNuzleaf+12 more

Poison Touch

Gen 5

Has a 30% chance of poisoning target Pokémon upon contact.

Used by:
GrimerMukCroagunk+8 more

Power Nap

Gen 5

The Pokémon falls asleep and recovers HP when HP is low.

Prankster

Gen 5

Raises non-damaging moves' priority by one stage.

Used by:
MurkrowSableyeVolbeat+12 more

Pride

Gen 5

A description is not available for this entry yet.

Rattled

Gen 5

Raises Speed one stage upon being hit by a dark, ghost, or bug move.

Used by:
MagikarpLedybaSudowoodo+12 more

Regenerator

Gen 5

Heals for 1/3 max HP upon switching out.

Used by:
SlowpokeSlowbroTangela+12 more

Run Up

Gen 5

Attack power is boosted the further the Pokémon moves before attacking.

Sand Force

Gen 5

Strengthens rock, ground, and steel moves to 1.3× their power during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Used by:
DiglettDugtrioNosepass+12 more

Sand Rush

Gen 5

Doubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Used by:
SandshrewSandslashHerdier+7 more

Sandpit

Gen 5

Lowers the Movement range of adjacent enemies.

Sap Sipper

Gen 5

Absorbs grass moves, raising Attack one stage.

Used by:
MarillAzumarillGirafarig+12 more

Sequence

Gen 5

Power increases when using the same move consecutively.

Shackle

Gen 5

Prevents adjacent enemies from moving.

Shadow Dash

Gen 5

Increases Movement range by 1. The Pokémon can move through enemies.

Share

Gen 5

When the Pokémon recovers HP, adjacently positioned allies also recover HP.

Sheer Force

Gen 5

Strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.

Used by:
NidoqueenNidokingKrabby+12 more

Shield

Gen 5

Nullifies damage from attacks received from the front.

Skater

Gen 5

Increases Movement range on Ice terrain.

Spirit

Gen 5

Cures all status problems at the start of the turn.

Sponge

Gen 5

Restores a small amount of HP when hit by an attack.

Sprint

Gen 5

Increases Movement range by 1.

Stealth

Gen 5

The Pokémon will not be targeted by enemies (unless it is the only target or has attacked).

Telepathy

Gen 5

Protects against friendly Pokémon's damaging moves.

Used by:
WobbuffetRaltsKirlia+12 more

Tenacity

Gen 5

The Pokémon may endure an attack that would knock it out, remaining with 1 HP.

Teravolt

Gen 5

Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent moves.

Used by:
ZekromKyurem Black

Thrust

Gen 5

Attacks knock the target back 1 square.

Toxic Boost

Gen 5

Increases Attack to 1.5× when poisoned.

Used by:
Zangoose

Turboblaze

Gen 5

Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent moves.

Used by:
ReshiramKyurem White

Unnerve

Gen 5

Prevents opposing Pokémon from eating held Berries.

Used by:
EkansArbokMeowth+12 more

Vanguard

Gen 5

Attack is boosted if the Pokémon moves first in the turn.

Victory Star

Gen 5

Increases moves' accuracy to 1.1× for friendly Pokémon.

Used by:
Victini

Warm Blanket

Gen 5

Restores HP of adjacently positioned allies at the start of the turn.

Wave Rider

Gen 5

Increases Movement range on Water terrain.

Weak Armor

Gen 5

Raises Speed and lowers Defense by one stage each upon being hit by a physical move.

Used by:
OnixOmanyteOmastar+12 more

Wonder Skin

Gen 5

Lowers incoming non-damaging moves' base accuracy to exactly 50%.

Used by:
VenomothSkittyDelcatty+2 more

Zen Mode

Gen 5

Changes darmanitan's form after each turn depending on its HP: Zen Mode below 50% max HP, and Standard Mode otherwise.

Used by:
Darmanitan StandardDarmanitan ZenDarmanitan Galar Standard+1 more

Generation 6 abilities(27 abilities)

Aerilate

Gen 6

Turns the bearer's normal moves into flying moves and strengthens them to 1.3× their power.

Used by:
Pinsir MegaSalamence Mega

Aroma Veil

Gen 6

Protects allies against moves that affect their mental state.

Used by:
SpritzeeAromatisseMilcery+5 more

Aura Break

Gen 6

Makes dark aura and fairy aura weaken moves of their respective types.

Used by:
Zygarde 50Zygarde 10

Bulletproof

Gen 6

Protects against bullet, ball, and bomb-based moves.

Used by:
ChespinQuilladinChesnaught+8 more

Cheek Pouch

Gen 6

Restores HP upon eating a Berry, in addition to the Berry's effect.

Used by:
BunnelbyDiggersbyDedenne+4 more

Competitive

Gen 6

Raises Special Attack by two stages upon having any stat lowered.

Used by:
JigglypuffWigglytuffIgglybuff+12 more

Dark Aura

Gen 6

Strengthens dark moves to 1.33× their power for all friendly and opposing Pokémon.

Used by:
Yveltal

Delta Stream

Gen 6

Creates a mysterious air current, which cannot be replaced and causes moves to never be super effective against Flying Pokémon.

Used by:
Rayquaza Mega

Desolate Land

Gen 6

Creates extremely harsh sunlight, which has all the properties of Sunny Day, cannot be replaced, and causes damaging Water moves to fail.

Used by:
Groudon Primal

Fairy Aura

Gen 6

Strengthens fairy moves to 1.33× their power for all friendly and opposing Pokémon.

Used by:
Xerneas

Flower Veil

Gen 6

Protects friendly grass Pokémon from having their stats lowered by other Pokémon.

Used by:
FlabebeFloetteFlorges+2 more

Fur Coat

Gen 6

Halves damage from physical attacks.

Used by:
FurfrouPersian Alola

Gale Wings

Gen 6

Raises flying moves' priority by one stage.

Used by:
FletchlingFletchinderTalonflame

Gooey

Gen 6

Lowers attacking Pokémon's Speed by one stage on contact.

Used by:
GoomySliggooGoodra+4 more

Grass Pelt

Gen 6

Boosts Defense while grassy terrain is in effect.

Used by:
SkiddoGogoat

Magician

Gen 6

Steals the target's held item when the bearer uses a damaging move.

Used by:
FennekinBraixenDelphox+3 more

Mega Launcher

Gen 6

Strengthens aura and pulse moves to 1.5× their power.

Used by:
ClauncherClawitzerBlastoise Mega

Parental Bond

Gen 6

Lets the bearer hit twice with damaging moves. The second hit has half power.

Used by:
Kangaskhan Mega

Pixilate

Gen 6

Turns the bearer's normal moves into fairy moves and strengthens them to 1.3× their power.

Used by:
SylveonGardevoir MegaAltaria Mega

Primordial Sea

Gen 6

Creates heavy rain, which has all the properties of Rain Dance, cannot be replaced, and causes damaging Fire moves to fail.

Used by:
Kyogre Primal

Protean

Gen 6

Changes the bearer's type to match each move it uses.

Used by:
KecleonFroakieFrogadier+4 more

Refrigerate

Gen 6

Turns the bearer's normal moves into ice moves and strengthens them to 1.3× their power.

Used by:
AmauraAurorusGlalie Mega

Stance Change

Gen 6

Changes aegislash to Blade Forme before using a damaging move, or Shield Forme before using kings shield.

Used by:
Aegislash ShieldAegislash Blade

Strong Jaw

Gen 6

Strengthens biting moves to 1.5× their power.

Used by:
TyruntTyrantrumYungoos+10 more

Sweet Veil

Gen 6

Prevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping.

Used by:
SwirlixSlurpuffCutiefly+8 more

Symbiosis

Gen 6

Passes the bearer's held item to an ally when the ally uses up its item.

Used by:
FlabebeFloetteFlorges+2 more

Tough Claws

Gen 6

Strengthens moves that make contact to 1.33× their power.

Used by:
BinacleBarbaraclePerrserker+5 more

Generation 7 abilities(42 abilities)

Battery

Gen 7

Ally Pokémon's moves have their power increased to 1.3×.

Used by:
Charjabug

Battle Bond

Gen 7

Transforms this Pokémon into Ash-Greninja after fainting an opponent. Water Shuriken's power is 20 and always hits three times.

Used by:
Greninja Battle BondGreninja Ash

Beast Boost

Gen 7

Raises this Pokémon's highest stat by one stage when it faints another Pokémon.

Used by:
NihilegoBuzzwolePheromosa+8 more

Berserk

Gen 7

Raises this Pokémon's Special Attack by one stage every time its HP drops below half.

Used by:
DrampaMoltres Galar

Comatose

Gen 7

This Pokémon always acts as though it were Asleep.

Used by:
Komala

Corrosion

Gen 7

This Pokémon can inflict poison on Poison and Steel Pokémon.

Used by:
SalanditSalazzleGlimmet+2 more

Dancer

Gen 7

Whenever another Pokémon uses a dance move, this Pokémon will use the same move immediately afterwards.

Used by:
Oricorio BaileOricorio Pom PomOricorio Pau+1 more

Dazzling

Gen 7

Opposing Pokémon cannot use priority attacks.

Used by:
Bruxish

Disguise

Gen 7

Prevents the first instance of battle damage.

Used by:
Mimikyu DisguisedMimikyu BustedMimikyu Totem Disguised+1 more

Electric Surge

Gen 7

When this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Electric Terrain.

Used by:
Tapu KokoPincurchin

Emergency Exit

Gen 7

This Pokémon automatically switches out when its HP drops below half.

Used by:
Golisopod

Fluffy

Gen 7

Damage from contact moves is halved. Damage from Fire moves is doubled.

Used by:
StuffulBewearWooloo+3 more

Full Metal Body

Gen 7

Other Pokémon cannot lower this Pokémon's stats.

Used by:
Solgaleo

Galvanize

Gen 7

This Pokémon's Normal moves are Electric and have their power increased to 1.2×.

Used by:
Geodude AlolaGraveler AlolaGolem Alola

Grassy Surge

Gen 7

When this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Grassy Terrain.

Used by:
Tapu BuluGrookeyThwackey+2 more

Innards Out

Gen 7

When this Pokémon faints from an opponent's move, that opponent takes damage equal to the HP this Pokémon had remaining.

Used by:
Pyukumuku

Liquid Voice

Gen 7

Sound-based moves become Water-type.

Used by:
PopplioBrionnePrimarina

Long Reach

Gen 7

This Pokémon's moves do not make contact.

Used by:
RowletDartrixDecidueye

Merciless

Gen 7

This Pokémon's moves critical hit against poisoned targets.

Used by:
MareanieToxapex

Misty Surge

Gen 7

When this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Misty Terrain.

Used by:
Tapu FiniWeezing Galar

Neuroforce

Gen 7

Increases super-effective damage dealt to 1.25×.

Used by:
Necrozma Ultra

Power Construct

Gen 7

Transforms 10% or 50% Zygarde into Complete Forme when its HP is below 50%.

Used by:
Zygarde 10 Power ConstructZygarde 50 Power ConstructZygarde Complete

Power Of Alchemy

Gen 7

When an ally faints, this Pokémon gains its Ability.

Used by:
Grimer AlolaMuk Alola

Prism Armor

Gen 7

Reduces super-effective damage to 0.75×.

Used by:
NecrozmaNecrozma DuskNecrozma Dawn

Psychic Surge

Gen 7

When this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Psychic Terrain.

Used by:
Tapu LeleIndeedee MaleIndeedee Female

Queenly Majesty

Gen 7

Opposing Pokémon cannot use priority attacks.

Used by:
Tsareena

Receiver

Gen 7

When an ally faints, this Pokémon gains its Ability.

Used by:
Passimian

Rks System

Gen 7

Changes this Pokémon's type to match its held Memory.

Used by:
Silvally

Schooling

Gen 7

Wishiwashi becomes Schooling Form when its HP is 25% or higher.

Used by:
Wishiwashi SoloWishiwashi School

Shadow Shield

Gen 7

When this Pokémon has full HP, regular damage from moves is halved.

Used by:
Lunala

Shields Down

Gen 7

Transforms this Minior between Core Form and Meteor Form. Prevents major status ailments and drowsiness while in Meteor Form.

Used by:
Minior Red MeteorMinior Orange MeteorMinior Yellow Meteor+11 more

Slush Rush

Gen 7

During Hail, this Pokémon has double Speed.

Used by:
CubchooBearticArctozolt+4 more

Soul Heart

Gen 7

This Pokémon's Special Attack rises by one stage every time any Pokémon faints.

Used by:
MagearnaMagearna Original

Stakeout

Gen 7

This Pokémon's moves have double power against Pokémon that switched in this turn.

Used by:
YungoosGumshoosNickit+6 more

Stamina

Gen 7

Raises this Pokémon's Defense by one stage when it takes damage from a move.

Used by:
MudbrayMudsdaleArchaludon

Steelworker

Gen 7

This Pokémon's Steel moves have 1.5× power.

Used by:
Dhelmise

Surge Surfer

Gen 7

Doubles this Pokémon's Speed on Electric Terrain.

Used by:
Raichu Alola

Tangling Hair

Gen 7

When this Pokémon takes regular damage from a contact move, the attacking Pokémon's Speed lowers by one stage.

Used by:
Diglett AlolaDugtrio Alola

Triage

Gen 7

This Pokémon's healing moves have their priority increased by 3.

Used by:
Comfey

Water Bubble

Gen 7

Halves damage from Fire moves, doubles damage of Water moves, and prevents burns.

Used by:
DewpiderAraquanidAraquanid Totem

Water Compaction

Gen 7

Raises this Pokémon's Defense by two stages when it's hit by a Water move.

Used by:
SandygastPalossand

Wimp Out

Gen 7

This Pokémon automatically switches out when its HP drops below half.

Used by:
Wimpod

Generation 8 abilities(34 abilities)

As One Glastrier

Gen 8

Combines the Unnerve and Chilling Neigh abilities.

Used by:
Calyrex Ice

As One Spectrier

Gen 8

Combines the Unnerve and Grim Neigh abilities.

Used by:
Calyrex Shadow

Ball Fetch

Gen 8

If the Pokémon is not holding an item, it will fetch the Poké Ball from the first failed throw of the battle.

Used by:
Yamper

Chilling Neigh

Gen 8

Boosts Attack after knocking out a Pokémon.

Used by:
Glastrier

Cotton Down

Gen 8

When Ignores moves and abilities that draw in moves.

Used by:
GossifleurEldegoss

Curious Medicine

Gen 8

Resets all stat changes upon entering battlefield.

Used by:
Slowking Galar

Dauntless Shield

Gen 8

Boosts Defense in battle.

Used by:
ZamazentaZamazenta Crowned

Dragons Maw

Gen 8

Powers up Dragon-type moves.

Used by:
Regidrago

Gorilla Tactics

Gen 8

Boosts the Pokémon's Attack stat but only allows the use of the first selected move.

Used by:
Darmanitan Galar StandardDarmanitan Galar Zen

Grim Neigh

Gen 8

Boosts Special Attack after knocking out a Pokémon.

Used by:
Spectrier

Gulp Missile

Gen 8

If a Cramorant with Gulp Missile uses Surf or Dive, it catches prey and changes its form depending on its remaining HP.

Used by:
CramorantCramorant GulpingCramorant Gorging

Hunger Switch

Gen 8

Causes Morpeko to change its form each turn, alternating between Full Belly Mode and Hangry Mode

Used by:
Morpeko Full BellyMorpeko Hangry

Ice Face

Gen 8

The Pokémon’s ice head can take a physical attack as a substitute, but the attack also changes the Pokémon’s appearance. The ice will be restored when it snows.

Used by:
Eiscue IceEiscue Noice

Ice Scales

Gen 8

Halves damage from Special moves.

Used by:
SnomFrosmoth

Intrepid Sword

Gen 8

Boosts Attack in battle.

Used by:
ZacianZacian Crowned

Libero

Gen 8

Libero changes the Pokémon's type to that of its previously used attack.

Used by:
ScorbunnyRabootCinderace+1 more

Mimicry

Gen 8

Changes type depending on the terrain.

Used by:
Stunfisk Galar

Mirror Armor

Gen 8

Reflects any stat-lowering effects.

Used by:
CorviknightCorviknight Gmax

Neutralizing Gas

Gen 8

Neutralizes abilities of all Pokémon in battle.

Used by:
KoffingWeezingWeezing Galar

Pastel Veil

Gen 8

Prevents the Pokémon and its allies from being poisoned.

Used by:
Ponyta GalarRapidash Galar

Perish Body

Gen 8

When hit by a move that makes direct contact, the Pokémon and the attacker will faint after three turns unless they switch out of battle.

Used by:
Cursola

Power Spot

Gen 8

Just being next to the Pokémon powers up moves.

Used by:
Stonjourner

Propeller Tail

Gen 8

Ignores moves and abilities that draw in moves.

Used by:
ArrokudaBarraskewda

Punk Rock

Gen 8

Boosts sound-based moves and halves damage from the same moves.

Used by:
Toxtricity AmpedToxtricity Low KeyToxtricity Amped Gmax+1 more

Quick Draw

Gen 8

Enables the Pokémon to move first occasionally.

Used by:
Slowbro Galar

Ripen

Gen 8

Doubles the effect of berries.

Used by:
ApplinFlappleAppletun+2 more

Sand Spit

Gen 8

Creates a sandstorm when hit by an attack.

Used by:
SilicobraSandacondaSandaconda Gmax

Screen Cleaner

Gen 8

Nullifies effects of Light Screen, Reflect, and Aurora Veil.

Used by:
Mr RimeMr Mime Galar

Stalwart

Gen 8

Ignores moves and abilities that draw in moves.

Used by:
DuraludonArchaludonDuraludon Gmax

Steam Engine

Gen 8

Boosts the Speed stat drastically when the Pokémon is hit by a Fire- or Water-type move.

Used by:
RolycolyCarkolCoalossal+1 more

Steely Spirit

Gen 8

Powers up ally Pokémon's Steel-type moves.

Used by:
Perrserker

Transistor

Gen 8

Powers up Electric-type moves.

Used by:
Regieleki

Unseen Fist

Gen 8

Contact moves can strike through Protect/Detect.

Used by:
Urshifu Single StrikeUrshifu Rapid StrikeUrshifu Single Strike Gmax+1 more

Wandering Spirit

Gen 8

Swaps abilities with opponents on contact.

Used by:
RunerigusYamask Galar

Generation 9 abilities(40 abilities)

Anger Shell

Gen 9

When the Pokémon's HP drops below half, Anger Shell lowers its Defense and Special Defense but its Attack, Special Attack and Speed are raised.

Used by:
Klawf

Armor Tail

Gen 9

Prevents the opponent from using any moves that have priority, such as Quick Attack.

Used by:
Farigiraf

Beads Of Ruin

Gen 9

Lowers Special Defense of all Pokémon except itself.

Used by:
Chi Yu

Commander

Gen 9

Goes inside the mouth of an ally Dondozo if one is on the field.

Used by:
Tatsugiri CurlyTatsugiri DroopyTatsugiri Stretchy

Costar

Gen 9

Copies ally's stat changes on entering battle.

Used by:
Flamigo

Cud Chew

Gen 9

Causes the Pokémon to reuse an already consumed Berry at the end of the next turn.

Used by:
FarigirafTauros Paldea Combat BreedTauros Paldea Blaze Breed+1 more

Earth Eater

Gen 9

Restores HP when hit by a Ground-type move.

Used by:
Orthworm

Electromorphosis

Gen 9

When hit by an attack, the power of the next Electric-type move it uses is doubled.

Used by:
Bellibolt

Embody Aspect

Gen 9

Embody Aspect boosts a particular stat, depending on the form of a Terastallized Ogerpon

Good As Gold

Gen 9

Gives immunity to status moves.

Used by:
Gholdengo

Guard Dog

Gen 9

Boosts Attack if intimidated, and prevents being forced to switch out.

Used by:
MabosstiffOkidogi

Hadron Engine

Gen 9

Creates an Electric Terrain when entering battle, and boosts Special Attack while active.

Used by:
MiraidonMiraidon Low Power ModeMiraidon Low Power Mode+6 more

Hospitality

Gen 9

When a Pokémon with Hospitality enters a battle, it restores HP for an ally by 25%.

Used by:
PoltchageistSinistcha

Lingering Aroma

Gen 9

Contact changes the attacker's Ability to Lingering Aroma.

Used by:
Oinkologne Male

Minds Eye

Gen 9

The Pokémon ignores changes to opponents' evasiveness, its accuracy can't be lowered, and it can hit Ghost types with Normal- and Fighting-type moves.

Used by:
Ursaluna Bloodmoon

Mycelium Might

Gen 9

Status moves go last, but are not affected by the opponent's ability.

Used by:
ToedscoolToedscoolToedscruel+1 more

Opportunist

Gen 9

Copies stat boosts by the opponent.

Used by:
Espathra

Orichalcum Pulse

Gen 9

Turns the sunlight harsh when entering battle, and boosts Attack while active.

Used by:
KoraidonKoraidon Limited BuildKoraidon Limited Build+6 more

Poison Puppeteer

Gen 9

Pokémon poisoned by Pecharunt's moves will also become confused.

Used by:
Pecharunt

Protosynthesis

Gen 9

Raises highest stat in harsh sunlight, or if holding Booster Energy.

Used by:
Great TuskScream TailBrute Bonnet+7 more

Purifying Salt

Gen 9

Protects from status conditions and halves damage from Ghost-type moves.

Used by:
NacliNaclstackGarganacl

Quark Drive

Gen 9

Raises highest stat on Electric Terrain, or if holding Booster Energy.

Used by:
Iron TreadsIron BundleIron Hands+7 more

Rocky Payload

Gen 9

Powers up Rock-type moves.

Used by:
Bombirdier

Seed Sower

Gen 9

Turns the ground into Grassy Terrain when the Pokémon is hit by an attack.

Used by:
Arboliva

Sharpness

Gen 9

Powers up slicing moves.

Used by:
GalladeKleavorVeluza+1 more

Supersweet Syrup

Gen 9

Once per battle, when a Pokémon with Supersweet Syrup enters the battle, it lowers the evasion stat of all adjacent opponents by one stage.

Used by:
DipplinHydrapple

Supreme Overlord

Gen 9

Attack and Special Attack are boosted for each party Pokémon that has been defeated.

Used by:
Kingambit

Sword Of Ruin

Gen 9

Lowers Defense of all Pokémon except itself.

Used by:
Chien Pao

Tablets Of Ruin

Gen 9

Lowers Attack of all Pokémon except itself.

Used by:
Wo Chien

Tera Shell

Gen 9

All damage-dealing moves that hit the Pokémon when its HP is full will not be very effective.

Used by:
Terapagos Terastal

Tera Shift

Gen 9

When Terapagos enters the battle, it turns into its Terastal Form until the end of the battle.

Used by:
Terapagos

Teraform Zero

Gen 9

As soon as Terapagos assumes its Stellar Form, it will immediately neutralize weather and terrain effects.

Used by:
Terapagos Stellar

Thermal Exchange

Gen 9

Raises Attack when hit by a Fire-type move. Cannot be burned.

Used by:
FrigibaxArctibaxBaxcalibur

Toxic Chain

Gen 9

May cause bad poisoning when the Pokémon hits an opponent with a move.

Used by:
OkidogiMunkidoriFezandipiti

Toxic Debris

Gen 9

Scatters poison spikes at the feet of the opposing team when the Pokémon takes damage from physical moves.

Used by:
GlimmetGlimmora

Vessel Of Ruin

Gen 9

Lowers Special Attack of all Pokémon except itself.

Used by:
Ting Lu

Well Baked Body

Gen 9

Immune to Fire-type moves, and Defense is sharply boosted.

Used by:
Dachsbun

Wind Power

Gen 9

When hit by a wind move, the power of the next Electric-type move it uses is doubled.

Used by:
WattrelKilowattrel

Wind Rider

Gen 9

Gives immunity to wind moves, and causes the Pokémon's Attack to increase by one stage when hit by one.

Used by:
ShiftryBramblinBrambleghast

Zero To Hero

Gen 9

Transforms into its Hero Form when switching out.

Used by:
Palafin ZeroPalafin ZeroPalafin Hero+1 more

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