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Every move in Pokémon Valiant

All 934 moves this game lists, with what each one does and who gets it. Nothing in this game’s published learnsets or TM list reaches 442 of them, and those say so in the last column.

MoveTypeCatPowAccPPTMLearned by
10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt
Cap Pikachu unleashes jolt. High critical-hit ratio.
ElectricSpecial195—1No learner published
Absorb
An attack that absorbs half the damage inflicted.
GrassSpecial2010020Ariados, Beautifly, Bellossom, Breloom, Cacnea, Cacturne, Crobat, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Gloom, Golbat, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Kabuto +24 more
Accelerock
Hits with a high-speed rock that always goes first.
RockPhysical4010020No learner published
Acid
Sprays a hide-melting acid. May lower Defense.
PoisonSpecial4010030Arbok, Bellossom, Bellsprout, Cradily, Ekans, Gloom, Lileep, Oddish, Tentacool, Tentacruel, Vileplume, Weepinbell
Acid Armor
Liquifies the user's body to sharply raise Defense.
PoisonStatus——40Grimer, Muk, Tentacool, Tentacruel, Vaporeon
Acid Downpour
Sinks the target in a poison swamp. Power varies.
PoisonPhysical——1No learner published
Acid Spray
Sprays a hide-melting acid. Sharply reduces Sp. Def.
PoisonSpecial4010020Arbok, Ekans, Gulpin, Swalot
Acrobatics
Does double damage if the user has no item.
FlyingPhysical5510015Gligar, Gliscor, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Skiploom
Acupressure
The user sharply raises one of its stats.
NormalStatus——30Dodrio, Doduo, Medicham, Meditite, Qwilfish
Aerial Ace
An extremely speedy and unavoidable attack.
FlyingPhysical60—20TM40 Fortree City Gym (from a person); Hawam City Gym Sky (from a person)Blaziken, Combusken, Farfetch'd, Fearow, Gallade, Heracross, Ninjask, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Spearow, Swellow, Taillow, Torchic
Aeroblast
Launches a vacuumed blast. High critical-hit ratio.
FlyingSpecial100955Lugia
After You
Helps out the target, letting it move next.
NormalStatus——15Clefable, Clefairy, Togekiss, Togepi, Togetic
Agility
Relaxes the body to sharply boost Speed.
PsychicStatus——30Aerodactyl, Aipom, Arcanine, Ariados, Articuno, Beedrill, Carvanha, Dodrio, Doduo, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Farfetch'd, Fearow +47 more
Air Cutter
Hacks with razorlike wind. High critical-hit ratio.
FlyingSpecial559525Beautifly, Crobat, Farfetch'd, Golbat, Masquerain, Nuzleaf, Shiftry, Yanma, Zubat
Air Slash
Attacks with a blade of air. May cause flinching.
FlyingSpecial759520Butterfree, Charizard, Crobat, Farfetch'd, Golbat, Hoothoot, Ledian, Ledyba, Mantine, Masquerain, Moltres, Noctowl, Pelipper, Pidgeot +15 more
All-Out Pummeling
Rams an energy orb into the target. Power varies.
FightingPhysical——1No learner published
Alluring Voice
Confuses foe if its stats were boosted this turn.
FairySpecial8010010No learner published
Ally Switch
The user switches places with its partner.
PsychicStatus——15Alakazam, Kadabra, Latios
Amnesia
Forgets about something and sharply raises Sp. Def.
PsychicStatus——20Barboach, Camerupt, Cradily, Furret, Golduck, Gorebyss, Gulpin, Lileep, Magcargo, Mamoswine, Marshtomp, Mew, Mewtwo, Mudkip +24 more
Anchor Shot
Strangles the foe with a chain. The foe can't escape.
SteelPhysical8010020No learner published
Ancient Power
An attack that may raise all stats.
RockSpecial601005Aerodactyl, Anorith, Armaldo, Articuno, Baltoy, Celebi, Claydol, Corsola, Cradily, Dunsparce, Groudon, Ho-Oh, Kabuto, Kabutops +26 more
Apple Acid
Attacks with tart apple acid to lower the foe's Sp. Def.
GrassSpecial8010010No learner published
Aqua Cutter
Pressurized water cut with a high critical-hit ratio.
WaterPhysical7010020Gallade
Aqua Jet
Strikes first by dashing at the foe at a high speed.
WaterPhysical4010020Carvanha, Dewgong, Golduck, Kabuto, Kabutops, Seel, Sharpedo
Aqua Ring
Forms a veil of water that restores HP.
WaterStatus——20Azumarill, Chinchou, Corsola, Dewgong, Goldeen, Gorebyss, Kyogre, Lanturn, Luvdisc, Mantine, Marill, Milotic, Seaking, Seel +1 more
Aqua Step
Hits with light, fluid dance steps. Ups the user's Speed.
WaterPhysical8010010No learner published
Aqua Tail
The user swings its tail like a wave to attack.
WaterPhysical909010Azumarill, Barboach, Blastoise, Croconaw, Dewgong, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Feraligatr, Golduck, Gorebyss, Gyarados, Huntail, Kyogre +12 more
Arm Thrust
Straight-arm punches that strike the foe 2 to 5 times.
FightingPhysical1510020Hariyama, Heracross, Makuhita
Armor Cannon
A strong attack but lowers the defensive stats.
FireSpecial1201005No learner published
Aromatherapy
Heals all status problems with a soothing scent.
GrassStatus——5Paras, Parasect, Roselia, Roserade
Aromatic Mist
Raises the Sp. Def of a partner Pokémon.
FairyStatus——20No learner published
Assist
Attacks randomly with one of the partner's moves.
NormalStatus——20No learner published
Assurance
An attack that gains power if the foe has been hurt.
DarkPhysical5010010Beedrill, Donphan, Fearow, Girafarig, Grovyle, Koffing, Mankey, Meowth, Mightyena, Murkrow, Persian, Poochyena, Primeape, Raticate +7 more
Astonish
An attack that may shock the foe into flinching.
GhostPhysical3010015Aipom, Chimecho, Cradily, Crobat, Diglett, Dugtrio, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Exploud, Flygon, Froslass, Girafarig, Glalie +23 more
Astral Barrage
Sends a frightful amount of small ghosts at foes.
GhostSpecial1201005No learner published
Attack Order
Underlings pummel the foe. High critical-hit ratio.
BugPhysical9010015No learner published
Attract
Makes the opposite gender less likely to attack.
NormalStatus—10015TM45 Verdanturf Town Battle Tent Lobby (from a person)Beautifly, Delcatty, Luvdisc, Milotic, Skitty
Aura Sphere
Attacks with an aura blast that cannot be evaded.
FightingSpecial90—20Mew, Mewtwo, Togekiss
Aura Wheel
Raises Speed to attack. The Type is based on its form.
ElectricPhysical11010010No learner published
Aurora Beam
Fires a rainbow-colored beam that may lower Attack.
IceSpecial6510020Cloyster, Dewgong, Octillery, Remoraid, Sealeo, Seel, Shellder, Spheal, Vaporeon, Walrein
Aurora Veil
Weakens all attacks if used in hail or snow.
IceStatus——20Froslass
Autotomize
Sheds additional weight to sharply boost Speed.
SteelStatus——15Aggron, Aron, Lairon, Steelix
Avalanche
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IcePhysical6010010No learner published
Axe Kick
May miss and hurt the kicker. May cause confusion.
FightingPhysical1209010Hitmonlee, Medicham
Baby-Doll Eyes
Lowers the foe's Attack before it can move.
FairyStatus—10030Delcatty, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Glaceon, Jolteon, Leafeon, Linoone, Luvdisc, Skitty, Teddiursa, Umbreon, Vaporeon, Zigzagoon
Baddy Bad
Acting badly, attacks. Sets wall, lowering Attack damage.
DarkSpecial9010015No learner published
Baneful Bunker
Protects user and poisons foes on contact.
PoisonStatus——10No learner published
Barb Barrage
Can poison on impact. Powers up against poisoned foes.
PoisonPhysical6010015No learner published
Barrage
Hurls round objects at the foe 2 to 5 times.
NormalPhysical158520No learner published
Barrier
Creates a barrier that sharply raises Defense.
PsychicStatus——30No learner published
Baton Pass
Switches out the user while keeping effects in play.
NormalStatus——40Aipom, Celebi, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Furret, Girafarig, Glaceon, Gorebyss, Huntail, Jolteon, Leafeon, Ledian, Ledyba +13 more
Beak Blast
Heats beak to attack last. Burns foe on contact.
FlyingPhysical10010015No learner published
Beat Up
Summons party Pokémon to join in the attack.
DarkPhysical1010010Houndoom, Houndour, Shiftry, Sneasel
Behemoth Bash
Attacks as a shield. Deals 2x damage to Dynamaxed foes.
SteelPhysical1001005No learner published
Behemoth Blade
Strikes as a sword. Deals 2x damage to Dynamaxed foes.
SteelPhysical1001005No learner published
Belch
Lets out a loud belch. Must eat a Berry to use it.
PoisonSpecial1209010Arbok, Ekans, Grimer, Grumpig, Gulpin, Koffing, Muk, Seviper, Snorlax, Swalot, Weezing, Whiscash
Belly Drum
Maximizes Attack while sacrificing half of max HP.
NormalStatus——10Hariyama, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Linoone, Makuhita, Politoed, Poliwag, Poliwhirl, Poliwrath, Snorlax, Zangoose, Zigzagoon
Bestow
The user gives its held item to the foe.
NormalStatus——15No learner published
Bide
Endures attack for 2 turns to retaliate double.
NormalPhysical——10No learner published
Bind
Binds and squeezes the foe for turns.
NormalPhysical157520Dusclops, Dusknoir, Kecleon, Omanyte, Omastar, Onix, Pinsir, Steelix, Tangela, Tangrowth
Bite
Bites with vicious fangs. May cause flinching.
DarkPhysical6010025Aerodactyl, Arbok, Arcanine, Bagon, Blastoise, Carvanha, Crobat, Croconaw, Eevee, Ekans, Electrike, Entei, Espeon, Exploud +48 more
Bitter Blade
An attack that absorbs half the damage inflicted.
FirePhysical9010010No learner published
Bitter Malice
A spine-chilling resentment. Lowers the foe's Attack.
GhostSpecial6010015No learner published
Black Hole Eclipse
Sucks the target into dark energy. Power varies.
DarkPhysical——1No learner published
Blast Burn
Powerful, but leaves the user immobile the next turn.
FireSpecial150905No learner published
Blaze Kick
A kick with a high critical- hit ratio. May cause a burn.
FirePhysical859010Blaziken, Combusken, Hitmonlee
Blazing Torque
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FirePhysical8010010No learner published
Bleakwind Storm
Hits with brutal, cold winds. May lower the foe's Speed.
FlyingSpecial95805No learner published
Blizzard
Hits the foes with an icy storm that may freeze it.
IceSpecial120905TM14 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Articuno, Castform, Froslass, Glaceon, Glalie, Jynx, Mamoswine, Piloswine, Regice, Sealeo, Smoochum, Snorunt, Spheal, Suicune +2 more
Block
Blocks the foe's way and prevents escape.
NormalStatus——5Nosepass, Probopass, Snorlax, Sudowoodo, Tangrowth
Blood Moon
Unleashes the blood moon. Can't be used twice in a row.
NormalSpecial1401005No learner published
Bloom Doom
Uses plant energy to attack the target. Power varies.
GrassPhysical——1No learner published
Blue Flare
Engulfs the foe in a blue flame. May inflict a burn.
FireSpecial130855No learner published
Body Press
Does more damage the higher the user's Def.
FightingPhysical8010010No learner published
Body Slam
A full-body slam that may cause paralysis.
NormalPhysical8510015Bayleef, Chikorita, Jigglypuff, Kyogre, Lapras, Magcargo, Meganium, Miltank, Politoed, Poliwag, Poliwhirl, Poliwrath, Sealeo, Slugma +10 more
Bolt Beak
Double power if the user moves before the target.
ElectricPhysical8510010No learner published
Bolt Strike
Strikes with a great amount of lightning. May paralyze.
ElectricPhysical130855No learner published
Bone Club
Clubs the foe with a bone. May cause flinching.
GroundPhysical658520No learner published
Bone Rush
Strikes the foe with a bone in hand 2 to 5 times.
GroundPhysical258010Cubone, Marowak
Bonemerang
Throws a bone boomerang that strikes twice.
GroundPhysical509010Cubone, Marowak
Boomburst
Attacks everything with a destructive sound wave.
NormalSpecial14010010Exploud, Flygon, Vibrava
Bounce
Bounces up, then down the next turn. May paralyze.
FlyingPhysical85855Azumarill, Azurill, Blaziken, Combusken, Grumpig, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Mantine, Marill, Politoed, Skiploom, Spoink, Torchic, Wailmer +1 more
Bouncy Bubble
An attack that absorbs half the damage inflicted.
WaterSpecial9010015No learner published
Branch Poke
The user pokes the target with a pointed branch.
GrassPhysical4010040No learner published
Brave Bird
A low altitude charge that also hurts the user.
FlyingPhysical12010015Blaziken, Farfetch'd, Skarmory, Swellow, Taillow
Breaking Swipe
Swings its tail to attack. Lowers the Atk of those hit.
DragonPhysical6010015No learner published
Breakneck Blitz
Builds momentum and crashes into the foe. Power varies.
NormalPhysical——1No learner published
Brick Break
Destroys barriers such as REFLECT and causes damage.
FightingPhysical7510015TM31 Route E (from a person); Sootopolis City House 1 (from a person)Breloom, Heracross, Hitmonlee
Brine
Does double damage to foes with half HP or less.
WaterSpecial6510010Anorith, Armaldo, Cradily, Dewgong, Gyarados, Hariyama, Huntail, Kabuto, Kabutops, Lapras, Lileep, Omanyte, Omastar, Qwilfish +8 more
Brutal Swing
Violently swings around to hurt everyone nearby.
DarkPhysical6010020No learner published
Bubble
An attack using bubbles. May lower the foe's Speed.
WaterSpecial2010030No learner published
Bubble Beam
Forcefully sprays bubbles that may lower Speed.
WaterSpecial6510020Azumarill, Azurill, Chinchou, Corphish, Corsola, Crawdaunt, Horsea, Kingdra, Kingler, Krabby, Lanturn, Lombre, Lotad, Ludicolo +12 more
Bug Bite
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BugPhysical6010020Anorith, Ariados, Armaldo, Beautifly, Beedrill, Butterfree, Caterpie, Dustox, Forretress, Ninjask, Pineco, Pinsir, Shuckle, Weedle +3 more
Bug Buzz
A damaging sound wave that may lower Sp. Def.
BugSpecial9010010Beautifly, Butterfree, Dustox, Flygon, Illumise, Ledian, Ledyba, Masquerain, Venomoth, Venonat, Vibrava, Volbeat, Yanma, Yanmega
Bulk Up
Bulks up the body to boost both Attack and Defense.
FightingStatus——20TM08 Dewford Town Gym (from a person); Keren City Gym (from a person)Blaziken, Combusken, Groudon, Hariyama, Machamp, Machoke, Machop, Makuhita
Bulldoze
Stomps down on the ground. Hits all and lowers Speed.
GroundPhysical6010020Camerupt, Diglett, Donphan, Dugtrio, Flygon, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Numel, Phanpy, Regice, Regirock, Registeel, Rhydon +6 more
Bullet Punch
Punches as fast as a bul- let. It always hits first.
SteelPhysical4010030Hitmonchan, Metagross, Metang, Scizor
Bullet Seed
Shoots 2 to 5 seeds in a row to strike the foe.
GrassPhysical1010030TM09 Kenkoria City Gym (from a person); Route 104 (from a person)Cacnea, Cacturne, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Mantine, Octillery, Remoraid, Skiploom, Sunflora
Burn Up
Burns out the user fully removing the Fire type.
FireSpecial1301005No learner published
Burning Bulwark
Evades attack, and burns the foe if struck.
FireStatus——10No learner published
Burning Jealousy
Foes that have stats upped during the turn get burned.
FireSpecial701005No learner published
Buzzy Buzz
Shoots a jolt of electricity that always paralyzes.
ElectricSpecial9010015No learner published
Calm Mind
Raises Sp. Atk and Sp. Def by focusing the mind.
PsychicStatus——20TM04 Mossdeep City Gym (from a person)Alakazam, Entei, Gallade, Gardevoir, Ho-Oh, Kadabra, Kirlia, Kyogre, Lugia, Medicham, Meditite, Raikou, Ralts, Stantler +1 more
Camouflage
Alters the Pokémon's type depending on the location.
NormalStatus——20No learner published
Captivate
Makes the opposite gender sharply reduce its Sp. Atk.
NormalStatus—10020No learner published
Catastropika
Pikachu uses the max amount of electricity and pounces.
ElectricPhysical210—1No learner published
Ceaseless Edge
Sets Spikes that hurt the foe.
DarkPhysical659015No learner published
Celebrate
Congratulates you on your special day.
NormalStatus——40No learner published
Charge
Charges power to boost the Electric move used next.
ElectricStatus——20Ampharos, Chinchou, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrike, Electrode, Elekid, Flaaffy, Lanturn, Manectric, Mareep, Minun, Plusle, Raikou +2 more
Charge Beam
Fires a beam of electricity. May raise Sp. Atk.
ElectricSpecial509010Electrode, Regice, Regirock, Registeel, Voltorb
Charm
Charms the foe and sharply reduces its Attack.
FairyStatus—10020Azumarill, Azurill, Blissey, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Delcatty, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Gallade, Gardevoir, Glaceon +28 more
Chatter
Attacks with a sound wave that causes confusion.
FlyingSpecial6010020No learner published
Chilling Water
A shower with ice-cold water lowers the target's Attack.
WaterSpecial5010020No learner published
Chilly Reception
Bad joke summons snowstorm. The user also switches out.
IceStatus——10Slowking
Chip Away
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NormalPhysical7010020No learner published
Chloroblast
A user-hurting blast of amassed chlorophyll.
GrassSpecial120955No learner published
Circle Throw
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FightingPhysical609010Poliwrath
Clamp
Traps and squeezes the foe for turns.
WaterPhysical357510No learner published
Clanging Scales
Makes a big noise with its scales. Drops Defense.
DragonSpecial1101005No learner published
Clangorous Soul
The user uses some of its HP to raise all its stats.
DragonStatus—1005No learner published
Clangorous Soulblaze
Kommo-o attacks with full force. Boosts all stats.
DragonSpecial185—1No learner published
Clear Smog
Attacks with white haze that eliminates all stat changes.
PoisonSpecial50—15Koffing, Magby, Magcargo, Magmar, Magmortar, Slugma, Torkoal, Weezing
Close Combat
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FightingPhysical1201005Gallade, Hariyama, Heracross, Hitmonchan, Hitmonlee, Hitmontop, Makuhita, Mankey, Primeape, Zangoose
Coaching
Properly coaches allies to up their Attack and Defense.
FightingStatus——10No learner published
Coil
Coils up to raise Attack, Defense and Accuracy.
PoisonStatus——20Arbok, Dunsparce, Ekans, Furret, Gorebyss, Huntail, Milotic, Seviper
Collision Course
Prehistoric explosion that's stronger if super effective.
FightingPhysical1001005No learner published
Combat Torque
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FightingPhysical10010010No learner published
Comet Punch
Repeatedly punches the foe 2 to 5 times.
NormalPhysical188515No learner published
Comeuppance
Retaliates strongly against who last hurt the user.
DarkPhysical—10010Houndoom, Houndour
Confide
Shares a secret with the foe, lowering Sp. Atk.
NormalStatus——20No learner published
Confuse Ray
A sinister ray that confuses the foe.
GhostStatus—10010Ampharos, Chinchou, Cradily, Crobat, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Flaaffy, Froslass, Gastly, Gengar, Golbat, Grumpig, Haunter +20 more
Confusion
A psychic attack that may cause confusion.
PsychicSpecial5010025Alakazam, Baltoy, Beldum, Butterfree, Celebi, Chimecho, Claydol, Drowzee, Dustox, Espeon, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Gallade, Gardevoir +31 more
Constrict
Constricts to inflict pain. May lower Speed.
NormalPhysical1010035No learner published
Continental Crush
Drops a huge rock mountain on the foe. Power varies.
RockPhysical——1No learner published
Conversion
Changes the user's type into first known move's type.
NormalStatus——30Porygon, Porygon-Z, Porygon2
Conversion 2
Makes the user resistant to the last attack's type.
NormalStatus——30Porygon, Porygon-Z, Porygon2
Copycat
The user mimics the last move used by a foe.
NormalStatus——20Blissey, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Delcatty, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Glaceon, Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, Jolteon, Jynx +11 more
Core Enforcer
Hits with a ray that nullifies the foe's Ability.
DragonSpecial10010010No learner published
Corkscrew Crash
Spins very fast and rams the target. Power varies.
SteelPhysical——1No learner published
Corrosive Gas
Highly acidic gas melts items held by surrounding Pokémon.
PoisonStatus—10040No learner published
Cosmic Power
Raises Defense and Sp. Def with a mystic power.
PsychicStatus——20Baltoy, Claydol, Clefable, Clefairy, Deoxys, Jirachi, Lunatone, Solrock, Starmie, Staryu
Cotton Guard
Wraps its body in cotton. Drastically raises Defense.
GrassStatus——10Altaria, Ampharos, Flaaffy, Mareep, Swablu
Cotton Spore
Spores cling to the foe, sharply reducing Speed.
GrassStatus—8540Ampharos, Cacnea, Cacturne, Flaaffy, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Mareep, Skiploom
Counter
Retaliates any physical hit with double the power.
FightingPhysical—10020Breloom, Heracross, Hitmonchan, Hitmontop, Medicham, Meditite, Slaking, Slakoth, Sudowoodo, Vigoroth, Wobbuffet, Wynaut, Zangoose
Court Change
The user swaps effects on either side of the field.
NormalStatus—10010No learner published
Covet
Cutely begs to obtain an item held by the foe.
NormalPhysical4010040Blissey, Chansey, Delcatty, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Glaceon, Jigglypuff, Jolteon, Jynx, Leafeon, Linoone, Mankey, Skitty +10 more
Crabhammer
Hammers with a pincer. Has a high critical-hit ratio.
WaterPhysical908510Corphish, Crawdaunt, Gligar, Gliscor, Kingler, Krabby
Crafty Shield
Evades status moves for one turn.
FairyStatus——10No learner published
Cross Chop
A double-chopping attack. High critical-hit ratio.
FightingPhysical100805Machamp, Machoke, Machop, Mankey, Primeape
Cross Poison
A slash that may poison a foe and do critical damage.
PoisonPhysical7010020Ariados, Crobat, Parasect, Spinarak
Crunch
Crunches with sharp fangs. May lower Sp. Def.
DarkPhysical8010015Aerodactyl, Arbok, Arcanine, Bagon, Carvanha, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Croconaw, Entei, Exploud, Feraligatr, Flygon, Froslass, Girafarig +35 more
Crush Claw
Tears at the foe with sharp claws. May lower Defense.
NormalPhysical759510Anorith, Armaldo, Sandslash, Zangoose
Crush Grip
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NormalPhysical1201005No learner published
Curse
A move that functions differently for GHOSTS.
GhostStatus——10Banette, Camerupt, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Forretress, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Numel, Onix, Pineco, Regice, Regirock +8 more
Cut
Cuts the foe with sharp scythes, claws, etc.
NormalPhysical509530HM01 Ptolemais City Houses (from a person); Rustboro City Cutter's House (from a person)Farfetch'd
Dark Pulse
Attacks with a horrible aura. May cause flinching.
DarkSpecial8010015Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Tyranitar, Umbreon
Dark Void
Drags the foes into total darkness, inducing Sleep.
DarkStatus—8010No learner published
Darkest Lariat
Swings the arms to strike It ignores stat changes.
DarkPhysical8510010No learner published
Dazzling Gleam
Damages foes by emitting a bright flash.
FairySpecial8010010Ampharos, Flaaffy, Gardevoir, Mareep, Mr. Mime
Decorate
The user sharply raises the target's Atk and Sp.Atk.
FairyStatus——15No learner published
Defend Order
Raises Defense and Sp. Def with a living shield.
BugStatus——10No learner published
Defense Curl
Curls up to conceal weak spots and raise Defense.
NormalStatus——40Azumarill, Blissey, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Cyndaquil, Donphan, Dunsparce, Furret, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Igglybuff, Jigglypuff +17 more
Defog
Removes obstacles and lowers evasion.
FlyingStatus——15Hoothoot, Noctowl
Destiny Bond
If the user faints, the foe is also made to faint.
GhostStatus——5Cacnea, Cacturne, Dusknoir, Froslass, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Koffing, Qwilfish, Weezing, Wobbuffet, Wynaut
Detect
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FightingStatus——5Absol, Blaziken, Combusken, Grovyle, Hariyama, Hitmonchan, Hitmontop, Kecleon, Makuhita, Medicham, Meditite, Sableye, Sceptile, Torchic +5 more
Devastating Drake
Develops aura and attacks the target. Power varies.
DragonPhysical——1No learner published
Diamond Storm
Whips up a storm of diamonds. May up Defense.
RockPhysical100955No learner published
Dig
Digs underground the first turn and strikes next turn.
GroundPhysical10010010TM28 Route 114 Fossil Maniacs House (from a person)Diglett, Dugtrio, Flygon, Hitmontop, Nincada, Ninjask, Onix, Sandshrew, Sandslash, Shedinja, Steelix, Trapinch, Vibrava
Dire Claw
High critical hit chance. May paralyze, poison or drowse.
PoisonPhysical6010015No learner published
Disable
For 4 turns, prevents foe from using last used move.
NormalStatus—5520Alakazam, Drowzee, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Golduck, Grimer, Hypno, Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, Kadabra, Kecleon, Lickilicky, Lickitung +13 more
Disarming Voice
Lets out a charming cry that cannot be evaded.
FairySpecial40—15Altaria, Blissey, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Delcatty, Gallade, Gardevoir, Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, Kirlia, Milotic, Ralts +3 more
Discharge
Zaps all other {PKMN} with electricity. May paralyze.
ElectricSpecial8010015Ampharos, Chinchou, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrike, Electrode, Elekid, Flaaffy, Jolteon, Lanturn, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Manectric +13 more
Dive
Dives underwater the first turn and strikes next turn.
WaterPhysical6010010HM08 Mossdeep City Steven's House (from a person); Shesh Besh City Houses (from a person)Dewgong, Gorebyss, Huntail, Relicanth, Seel, Wailmer, Wailord
Dizzy Punch
The target is hit with rhythmic punches.
NormalPhysical7010010No learner published
Doodle
Changes user's and ally's Ability into the target's.
NormalStatus—10010No learner published
Doom Desire
Summons strong light to attack 2 turns later.
SteelSpecial120855Jirachi
Double Hit
Slams the foe with a tail etc. Strikes twice.
NormalPhysical359010Aipom, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Dodrio, Doduo, Girafarig, Kangaskhan, Mamoswine, Pinsir, Scizor, Scyther, Weezing, Zangoose
Double Iron Bash
The user spins and hits with its arms. May cause flinch.
SteelPhysical601005No learner published
Double Kick
A double-kicking attack that strikes the foe twice.
FightingPhysical3010030Blaziken, Combusken, Hitmonlee, Jolteon, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Nidorina, Nidorino, Zangoose
Double Shock
Discharges all electricity, losing the Electric type.
ElectricPhysical1201005No learner published
Double Slap
Repeatedly slaps the foe 2 to 5 times.
NormalPhysical158510No learner published
Double Team
Creates illusory copies to raise evasiveness.
NormalStatus——15TM32 Kenkoria City Game Corner (from a person); Mauville City Game Corner (from a person); Route 113 (hidden)Absol, Froslass, Gallade, Gardevoir, Glalie, Grovyle, Kirlia, Ninjask, Pikachu, Raichu, Ralts, Sceptile, Scizor, Scyther +7 more
Double-Edge
A life-risking tackle that also hurts the user.
NormalPhysical10010015Aggron, Aron, Azumarill, Bagon, Blissey, Chansey, Chimecho, Cubone, Cyndaquil, Delcatty, Dunsparce, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon +54 more
Draco Meteor
Casts comets onto the foe. Harshly lowers the Sp. Atk.
DragonSpecial140905No learner published
Dragon Ascent
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FlyingPhysical1201005Rayquaza
Dragon Breath
Strikes the foe with a blast of breath. May paralyze.
DragonSpecial6010020Altaria, Bagon, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Flygon, Horsea, Kingdra, Latias, Latios, Onix, Salamence, Seadra, Shelgon +3 more
Dragon Cheer
Increases allies' critical hit ratio, especially if Dragons.
DragonStatus——15No learner published
Dragon Claw
Slashes the foe with sharp claws.
DragonPhysical8010015TM02 Manara Cave Deep; Meteor Falls B1F 2RBagon, Charizard, Flygon, Salamence, Shelgon
Dragon Dance
A mystical dance that ups Attack and Speed.
DragonStatus——20Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Flygon, Gyarados, Horsea, Kingdra, Latios, Rayquaza, Seadra
Dragon Darts
The user attacks twice. Two targets are hit once each.
DragonPhysical5010010No learner published
Dragon Energy
The higher the user's HP the more damage caused.
DragonSpecial1501005No learner published
Dragon Hammer
Swings its whole body like a hammer to damage.
DragonPhysical9010015No learner published
Dragon Pulse
Generates a shock wave to damage the foe.
DragonSpecial9010010Altaria, Ampharos, Horsea, Kingdra, Latias, Latios, Rayquaza, Seadra
Dragon Rage
Launches shock waves that always inflict 40 HP damage.
DragonSpecial—10010No learner published
Dragon Rush
Tackles the foe with menace. May cause flinching.
DragonPhysical1007510Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Dunsparce, Flygon, Lugia, Vibrava
Dragon Tail
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DragonPhysical609010Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Flygon, Milotic, Salamence, Vibrava
Drain Punch
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FightingPhysical601005Hitmonchan
Draining Kiss
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FairySpecial5010010Froslass, Gallade, Gardevoir, Gorebyss, Kirlia, Luvdisc, Ralts
Dream Eater
Takes one half the damage inflicted on a sleeping foe.
PsychicSpecial10010015Gallade, Gardevoir, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Hoothoot, Kirlia, Noctowl, Ralts
Drill Peck
A corkscrewing attack with the beak acting as a drill.
FlyingPhysical8010020Delibird, Dodrio, Doduo, Fearow, Skarmory, Spearow, Zapdos
Drill Run
Spins its body like a drill. High critical-hit ratio.
GroundPhysical809510Dunsparce, Fearow, Rhydon, Rhyhorn, Rhyperior
Drum Beating
Plays a drum to attack. The foe's Speed is lowered.
GrassPhysical8010010No learner published
Dual Chop
Attacks with brutal hits that strike twice.
DragonPhysical409015Machamp, Machoke, Machop
Dual Wingbeat
User slams the target with wings and hits twice in a row.
FlyingPhysical409010Salamence
Dynamax Cannon
Unleashes core energy. 2x against Dynamaxed foes.
DragonSpecial1001005No learner published
Dynamic Punch
Powerful and sure to cause confusion, but inaccurate.
FightingPhysical100505Breloom, Machamp, Machoke, Machop, Poliwrath
Earth Power
Makes the ground erupt with power. May lower Sp. Def.
GroundSpecial9010010Baltoy, Camerupt, Claydol, Corsola, Diglett, Dugtrio, Flygon, Groudon, Magcargo, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Nidorina +11 more
Earthquake
A powerful quake that hits all other POKéMON.
GroundPhysical10010010TM26 Shesh Besh City Gym (from a person); Seafloor Cavern Room 9Barboach, Camerupt, Diglett, Donphan, Dugtrio, Flygon, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Groudon, Larvitar, Mamoswine, Numel, Piloswine +14 more
Echoed Voice
Does more damage every turn it is used.
NormalSpecial4010015Blissey, Chansey, Exploud, Hoothoot, Jigglypuff, Loudred, Noctowl, Whismur, Wigglytuff
Eerie Impulse
Exposes the foe to a pulse that sharply cuts Sp. Atk.
ElectricStatus—10015Electrode, Lanturn, Voltorb
Eerie Spell
Attacks with psychic power. Foe's last move has 3 PP cut.
PsychicSpecial801005No learner published
Egg Bomb
An egg is forcibly hurled at the foe.
NormalPhysical1007510No learner published
Electric Terrain
Electrifies the ground for 5 turns. Prevents sleep.
ElectricStatus——10Magneton, Magnezone, Manectric
Electrify
Electrifies the foe, making its next move Electric-type.
ElectricStatus——20No learner published
Electro Ball
Hurls an orb that does more damage to slower foes.
ElectricSpecial—10010Ampharos, Chinchou, Electrode, Flaaffy, Lanturn, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Mareep, Minun, Pikachu, Plusle, Raichu, Voltorb
Electro Drift
Futuristic electricity. It's stronger if super effective.
ElectricSpecial1001005No learner published
Electro Shot
Gathers electricity, then fires a high-voltage shot.
ElectricSpecial13010010No learner published
Electroweb
Snares the foes with an electric net. Lowers Speed.
ElectricSpecial559515No learner published
Embargo
Prevents the foe from using any items.
DarkStatus—10015No learner published
Ember
A weak fire attack that may inflict a burn.
FireSpecial4010025Arcanine, Bagon, Blaziken, Camerupt, Castform, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Combusken, Cyndaquil, Entei, Flareon, Growlithe, Houndoom +18 more
Encore
Makes the foe repeat its last move over 3 turns.
NormalStatus—1005Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Dewgong, Gulpin, Illumise, Minun, Mr. Mime, Plusle, Sealeo, Seel, Slaking, Slakoth, Spheal +5 more
Endeavor
Cuts foe's HP to equal user's HP.
NormalPhysical—1005Beedrill, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Cubone, Dodrio, Doduo, Dunsparce, Grovyle, Hitmontop, Marowak, Marshtomp, Mudkip, Raticate, Rattata +6 more
Endure
Endures any attack for 1 turn, leaving at least 1HP.
NormalStatus——10Corsola, Hariyama, Heracross, Hitmonlee, Kangaskhan, Makuhita, Mamoswine, Medicham, Meditite, Moltres, Phanpy, Piloswine, Swinub, Vigoroth
Energy Ball
Draws power from nature to attack. May lower Sp. Def.
GrassSpecial8010010Cacnea, Cacturne, Cradily, Grovyle, Lileep, Lombre, Lotad, Ludicolo, Sceptile, Treecko
Entrainment
Makes the foe mimic the user, gaining its Ability.
NormalStatus—10015Minun, Plusle
Eruption
The higher the user's HP, the more damage caused.
FireSpecial1501005Camerupt, Cyndaquil, Entei, Groudon, Quilava, Torkoal, Typhlosion
Esper Wing
High critical hit ratio. Ups the user's Speed.
PsychicSpecial759010No learner published
Eternabeam
Eternatus' strongest move. The user rests next turn.
DragonSpecial160905No learner published
Expanding Force
Power goes up and damages all foes on Psychic Terrain.
PsychicSpecial8010010No learner published
Explosion
Inflicts severe damage but makes the user faint.
NormalPhysical1701005Baltoy, Claydol, Electrode, Forretress, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Koffing, Lunatone, Metagross, Nuzleaf, Pineco, Regice, Regirock +6 more
Extrasensory
Attacks with a peculiar power. May cause flinching.
PsychicSpecial8010030Baltoy, Chimecho, Claydol, Entei, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Ho-Oh, Hoothoot, Lugia, Ninetales, Noctowl, Nuzleaf, Raikou, Shiftry +2 more
Extreme Evoboost
Eevee gets energy from its friends. Boosts stats.
NormalStatus——1No learner published
Extreme Speed
An extremely fast and powerful attack.
NormalPhysical801005Arcanine, Dragonite, Entei, Raikou, Rayquaza, Suicune, Togekiss
Facade
Boosts power when burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.
NormalPhysical7010020TM42 Petalburg City Gym (from a person)Delcatty, Skitty
Fairy Lock
Locks down the battlefield preventing escape next turn.
FairyStatus——10No learner published
Fairy Wind
Stirs up a fairy wind to strike the foe.
FairySpecial4010030Hoppip, Jumpluff, Mawile, Skiploom, Togekiss, Togetic
Fake Out
Moves 1st and flinches. Only works on user's 1st turn.
NormalPhysical4010010Delcatty, Hariyama, Hitmonchan, Hitmonlee, Hitmontop, Kangaskhan, Lombre, Ludicolo, Makuhita, Meowth, Nuzleaf, Persian, Sableye, Shiftry +2 more
Fake Tears
Feigns crying to sharply lower the foe's Sp. Def.
DarkStatus—10020Jynx, Mawile, Smoochum, Sudowoodo, Ursaring
False Surrender
Bows to stab the foe with hair. It never misses.
DarkPhysical80—10No learner published
False Swipe
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NormalPhysical4010040Cubone, Farfetch'd, Gallade, Grovyle, Marowak, Nincada, Ninjask, Sceptile, Scizor, Scyther, Shedinja, Zangoose
Feather Dance
Envelops the foe with down to sharply reduce Attack.
FlyingStatus—10015Blaziken, Combusken, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Torchic
Feint
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NormalPhysical5010010Breloom, Flygon, Gallade, Hitmonchan, Hitmonlee, Hitmontop, Kabutops, Kecleon, Medicham, Meditite, Meowth, Persian, Pikachu, Raichu +3 more
Feint Attack
Draws the foe close, then strikes without fail.
DarkPhysical60—20No learner published
Fell Stinger
If it knocks out a foe the Attack stat is raised.
BugPhysical3010025Ariados, Beedrill, Qwilfish
Fickle Beam
Shoots a beam of light. Sometimes twice as strong.
DragonSpecial801005No learner published
Fiery Dance
Dances cloaked in flames. May raise Sp. Atk.
FireSpecial8010010No learner published
Fiery Wrath
An attack fueled by your wrath. May cause flinching.
DarkSpecial9010010No learner published
Fillet Away
Sharply boosts offenses and Speed by using its own HP.
NormalStatus——10No learner published
Final Gambit
The user faints to damage the foe equal to its HP.
FightingSpecial—1005Mankey, Primeape, Zangoose
Fire Blast
Incinerates everything it strikes. May cause a burn.
FireSpecial120855TM38 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Castform, Entei, Groudon, Ho-Oh, Magby, Magmar, Magmortar, Ninetales, Ponyta, Rapidash, Vulpix
Fire Fang
May cause flinching or leave the foe with a burn.
FirePhysical659515Arbok, Arcanine, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Donphan, Entei, Exploud, Flareon, Gliscor, Granbull, Growlithe, Houndoom, Houndour +5 more
Fire Lash
Whips the foe with fire lowering its Defense.
FirePhysical8010015No learner published
Fire Pledge
Attacks with a column of fire. May burn the grass.
FireSpecial5010010No learner published
Fire Punch
A fiery punch that may burn the foe.
FirePhysical7510015Ampharos, Blaziken, Dragonite, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Hitmonchan, Magby, Magmar, Magmortar, Medicham
Fire Spin
Traps the foe in a ring of fire for turns.
FireSpecial157015Charizard, Charmander, Flareon, Ninetales, Ponyta, Rapidash, Vulpix
First Impression
Hits hard and first. Only works first turn.
BugPhysical9010010No learner published
Fishious Rend
Double power if the user moves before the target.
WaterPhysical8510010No learner published
Fissure
A one-hit KO move that drops the foe in a fissure.
GroundPhysical—305Barboach, Camerupt, Diglett, Dugtrio, Flygon, Groudon, Trapinch, Vibrava, Whiscash
Flail
Inflicts more damage when the user's HP is down.
NormalPhysical—10015Chinchou, Corsola, Croconaw, Dunsparce, Feebas, Feraligatr, Goldeen, Gyarados, Kingler, Krabby, Lanturn, Linoone, Lombre, Lotad +18 more
Flame Burst
A bursting flame that does damage to all foes.
FireSpecial7010015No learner published
Flame Charge
Attacks in a cloak of flames. Raises Speed.
FirePhysical5010020Blaziken, Combusken, Cyndaquil, Ponyta, Quilava, Rapidash, Torchic, Typhlosion
Flame Wheel
A fiery charge attack that may inflict a burn.
FirePhysical6010025Arcanine, Cyndaquil, Entei, Growlithe, Magby, Magmar, Magmortar, Ponyta, Quilava, Rapidash, Torkoal, Typhlosion
Flamethrower
A powerful fire attack that may inflict a burn.
FireSpecial9510015TM35 Kenkoria City Game Corner (from a person); Mauville City Game Corner (from a person)Arcanine, Bagon, Blaziken, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Combusken, Cyndaquil, Growlithe, Houndoom, Houndour, Magby, Magcargo, Magmar +11 more
Flare Blitz
A charge that may burn the foe. Also hurts the user.
FirePhysical12010015Arcanine, Blaziken, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Combusken, Flareon, Growlithe, Ponyta, Rapidash, Solrock, Torchic
Flash
Looses a powerful blast of light that cuts accuracy.
NormalStatus—7020HM05 Granite Cave 1F (from a person); Sodori Tunnels 1F (from a person)No learner published
Flash Cannon
Releases a blast of light that may lower Sp. Def.
SteelSpecial8010010Blastoise, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Metagross, Metang, Registeel
Flatter
Confuses the foe, but raises its Sp. Atk.
DarkStatus—10015Illumise, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Nidorina, Nidorino
Fleur Cannon
A strong ray that harshly lowers Sp. Attack.
FairySpecial130905No learner published
Fling
The effectiveness varies with the held item.
DarkPhysical—10010Aipom, Blissey, Chansey, Cubone, Linoone, Marowak, Pelipper, Primeape, Slaking, Snorlax, Teddiursa, Zigzagoon
Flip Turn
Attacks and rushes back to switch with a party Pokémon.
WaterPhysical6010020No learner published
Floaty Fall
Floats in air and dives at angle. May cause flinching.
FlyingPhysical909515No learner published
Floral Healing
Restores an ally's HP. Heals more on grass.
FairyStatus——10No learner published
Flower Shield
Raises the Defense of Grass-type Pokémon.
FairyStatus——10No learner published
Flower Trick
Rigged bouquet. Always gets a critical hit, never missing.
GrassPhysical70—10No learner published
Fly
Flies up on the first turn, then strikes the next turn.
FlyingPhysical709515HM02 Harutel City (from a person); Route 119 (from a person)Rayquaza, Salamence
Flying Press
This attack does Fighting and Flying-type damage.
FightingPhysical809510No learner published
Focus Blast
Attacks at full power. May lower Sp. Def.
FightingSpecial120705No learner published
Focus Energy
Focuses power to raise the critical-hit ratio.
NormalStatus——30Absol, Ariados, Bagon, Beedrill, Blaziken, Camerupt, Carvanha, Combusken, Cubone, Fearow, Hariyama, Hitmonchan, Hitmonlee, Hitmontop +31 more
Focus Punch
Powerful attack, moves last. The user flinches if hit.
FightingPhysical15010020TM01 Route 115; Route DBreloom, Hariyama, Hitmonchan, Makuhita, Vigoroth
Follow Me
Draws attention to make foes attack only the user.
NormalStatus——20Clefable, Clefairy, Furret, Sentret, Togekiss, Togepi, Togetic
Force Palm
A shock wave attack that may paralyze the foe.
FightingPhysical6010010Breloom, Hariyama, Makuhita, Medicham, Meditite
Foresight
Negates the foe's efforts to heighten evasiveness.
NormalStatus—10040No learner published
Forest's Curse
Puts a curse on the foe, adding the Grass type.
GrassStatus—10020No learner published
Foul Play
The higher the foe's Attack the more damage caused.
DarkPhysical9510015Houndoom, Houndour, Kecleon, Murkrow, Sableye
Freeze Shock
A powerful 2-turn move that may paralyze the foe.
IcePhysical140905No learner published
Freeze-Dry
Super effective on Water- types. May cause freezing.
IceSpecial7010020Articuno, Glaceon, Glalie
Freezing Glare
Shoots psychic power from the eyes. May freeze the foe.
PsychicSpecial9010010No learner published
Freezy Frost
Crystal from cold haze hits. Eliminates all stat changes.
IceSpecial9010015No learner published
Frenzy Plant
Powerful, but leaves the user immobile the next turn.
GrassSpecial150905No learner published
Frost Breath
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IceSpecial409010Froslass, Glalie, Snorunt
Frustration
An attack that is stronger if the Trainer is disliked.
NormalPhysical—10020TM21 Pacifidlog Town House 2 (from a person)No learner published
Fury Attack
Jabs the foe 2 to 5 times with sharp horns, etc.
NormalPhysical158520Altaria, Beedrill, Dodrio, Doduo, Donphan, Fearow, Heracross, Nidoking, Nidoran♂, Nidorino, Skarmory, Spearow, Swablu
Fury Cutter
An attack that intensifies on each successive hit.
BugPhysical109520Anorith, Armaldo, Beedrill, Farfetch'd, Gallade, Gligar, Gliscor, Grovyle, Ninjask, Paras, Parasect, Sandshrew, Sandslash, Sceptile +3 more
Fury Swipes
Rakes the foe with sharp claws, etc., 2 to 5 times.
NormalPhysical188015Aipom, Ariados, Delcatty, Furret, Golduck, Kecleon, Linoone, Lombre, Ludicolo, Mankey, Meowth, Nidoqueen, Nidoran♀, Nidorina +17 more
Fusion Bolt
Summons a thunderbolt. Works well with a fireball.
ElectricPhysical1001005No learner published
Fusion Flare
Summons a fireball. Works well with a thunderbolt.
FireSpecial1001005No learner published
Future Sight
Heightens inner power to strike 2 turns later.
PsychicSpecial809015Absol, Alakazam, Barboach, Celebi, Drowzee, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Espeon, Gallade, Gardevoir, Ho-Oh, Hypno, Jirachi +11 more
G-Max Befuddle
G-max Butterfree attack. Poison, paralysis, or sleep.
BugPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Cannonade
G-max Blastoise attack. Damages for 4 turns.
WaterPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Centiferno
G-max Centiskorch attack. Traps foes in flames.
FirePhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Chi Strike
G-max Machamp attack. Boosts critical-hit ratio.
FightingPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Cuddle
G-max Eevee attack. Infatuates opponents.
NormalPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Depletion
G-max Duraludon attack. Reduces target's PP.
DragonPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Drum Solo
G-max Rillaboom attack. Ignores target's abilities.
GrassPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Finale
G-max Alcremie attack. Heals ally HP.
FairyPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Fireball
G-max Cinderace attack. Ignores target's abilities.
FirePhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Foam Burst
G-max Kingler attack. Harshly lowers foe's Speed.
WaterPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Gold Rush
G-max Meowth attack. Confuses and earns money.
NormalPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Gravitas
G-max Orbeetle attack. Changes gravity for 5 turns.
PsychicPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Hydrosnipe
G-max Inteleon attack. Ignores target's abilities.
WaterPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Malodor
G-max Garbodor attack. Poisons opponents.
PoisonPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Meltdown
G-max Melmetal attack. Prevents repeat move use.
SteelPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max One Blow
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DarkPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Rapid Flow
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WaterPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Replenish
G-max Snorlax attack. Restores eaten Berries.
NormalPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Resonance
G-max Lapras attack. Reduces damage for 5 turns.
IcePhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Sandblast
G-max Sandaconda attack. Traps foes in a sandstorm.
GroundPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Smite
G-max Hatterene attack. Confuses opponents.
FairyPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Snooze
G-max Grimmsnarl attack. Lulls foes into sleep.
DarkPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Steelsurge
G-max Copperajah attack. Scatters sharp spikes.
SteelPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Stonesurge
G-max Drednaw attack. Scatters sharp rocks.
WaterPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Stun Shock
G-max Toxtricity attack. Poisons or paralyzes foes.
ElectricPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Sweetness
G-max Appletun attack. Heals ally status conditions.
GrassPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Tartness
G-max Flapple attack. Lowers foe's evasiveness.
GrassPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Terror
G-max Gengar attack. Prevents foes from escaping.
GhostPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Vine Lash
G-max Venusaur attack. Damages for 4 turns.
GrassPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Volcalith
G-max Coalossal attack. Damages for 4 turns.
RockPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Volt Crash
G-max Pikachu attack. Paralyzes opponents.
ElectricPhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Wildfire
G-max Charizard attack. Damages for 4 turns.
FirePhysical10—10No learner published
G-Max Wind Rage
G-max Corviknight attack. Removes opponent screens.
FlyingPhysical10—10No learner published
Gastro Acid
Stomach acid suppresses the foe's Ability.
PoisonStatus—10010Arbok, Bellsprout, Cradily, Ekans, Gulpin, Lileep, Seviper, Shuckle, Swalot, Victreebel, Weepinbell
Gear Grind
Throws two steel gears that strike twice.
SteelPhysical508515No learner published
Gear Up
Boosts the attacks of those with Plus or Minus.
SteelStatus——20No learner published
Genesis Supernova
Mew attacks with full force. Psychically charges terrain.
PsychicSpecial185—1No learner published
Geomancy
Raises Sp. Atk, Sp. Def and Speed on the 2nd turn.
FairyStatus——10No learner published
Giga Drain
An attack that steals half the damage inflicted.
GrassSpecial601005TM19 Route 123 (from a person)Bayleef, Beautifly, Bellossom, Chikorita, Cradily, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Gloom, Grovyle, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Leafeon, Lileep, Lombre +17 more
Giga Impact
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NormalPhysical150905Aerodactyl, Donphan, Electabuzz, Electivire, Snorlax, Tauros, Tyranitar
Gigaton Hammer
Swings a huge hammer. Can't be used twice in a row.
SteelPhysical1601005No learner published
Gigavolt Havoc
Hits the foe with powerful electricity. Power varies.
ElectricPhysical——1No learner published
Glacial Lance
Hurls a blizzard-cloaked icicle lance at foes.
IcePhysical1301005No learner published
Glaciate
Blows very cold air at the foes. It lowers their Speed.
IceSpecial659510No learner published
Glaive Rush
Foe attacks next turn can't miss and do double damage.
DragonPhysical1201005No learner published
Glare
Intimidates and frightens the foe into paralysis.
NormalStatus—7530Arbok, Dunsparce, Ekans, Seviper
Glitzy Glow
Telekinetic force that sets wall, lowering Sp. Atk damage.
PsychicSpecial9010015No learner published
Grass Knot
A snare attack that does more damage to heavier foes.
GrassSpecial—10020No learner published
Grass Pledge
Attacks with a column of grass. May create a swamp.
GrassSpecial5010010No learner published
Grass Whistle
Lulls the foe into sleep with a pleasant melody.
GrassStatus—5515No learner published
Grassy Glide
Gliding on ground, hits. Goes first on Grassy Terrain.
GrassPhysical7010020No learner published
Grassy Terrain
The ground turns to grass for 5 turns. Restores HP.
GrassStatus——10Bellossom, Gloom, Oddish, Roserade, Tangela, Tangrowth, Vileplume
Grav Apple
Drops an apple from above. Lowers the foe's Defense.
GrassPhysical8010010No learner published
Gravity
Gravity is intensified negating levitation.
PsychicStatus——5Clefable, Clefairy, Deoxys, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Jirachi, Probopass
Growl
Growls cutely to reduce the foe's Attack.
NormalStatus—10040Altaria, Ampharos, Bayleef, Blaziken, Bulbasaur, Camerupt, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Chikorita, Chimecho, Clefable, Clefairy, Combusken +79 more
Growth
Forces the body to grow, raising Attack and Sp. Atk.
NormalStatus——40Bellossom, Bellsprout, Breloom, Bulbasaur, Cacnea, Cacturne, Exeggutor, Gloom, Ivysaur, Nuzleaf, Oddish, Paras, Parasect, Roselia +12 more
Grudge
If the user faints, deletes all PP of foe's last move.
GhostStatus——5Shedinja
Guard Split
Averages changes to Defense and Sp. Def with the foe.
PsychicStatus——10Baltoy, Claydol, Latias, Shuckle
Guard Swap
Swaps changes to Defense and Sp. Def with the foe.
PsychicStatus——10Girafarig, Mewtwo, Mr. Mime, Natu, Umbreon, Xatu
Guardian of Alola
The Land Spirit Pokémon greatly reduces the foe's HP.
FairySpecial——1No learner published
Guillotine
A powerful pincer attack that KOs if it hits.
NormalPhysical—305Corphish, Crawdaunt, Kingler, Krabby, Pinsir
Gunk Shot
Shoots filthy garbage at the foe. May also poison.
PoisonPhysical120705Arbok, Ekans, Grimer, Gulpin, Muk, Octillery, Swalot
Gust
Strikes the foe with a gust of wind whipped up by wings.
FlyingSpecial4010035Articuno, Beautifly, Butterfree, Dustox, Ho-Oh, Lugia, Masquerain, Moltres, Murkrow, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Suicune, Tropius
Gyro Ball
A high-speed spin that does more damage to faster foes.
SteelPhysical—1005Electrode, Forretress, Hitmontop, Jigglypuff, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Pineco, Sandshrew, Sandslash, Typhlosion, Voltorb, Wigglytuff
Hail
Summons a hailstorm that strikes every turn.
IceStatus——10TM07 Manara Cave Deep; Shoal Cave Low Tide Ice RoomCastform, Sealeo, Spheal, Walrein
Hammer Arm
A swinging fist attack that also lowers Speed.
FightingPhysical1009010Groudon, Kingler, Metagross, Regice, Regirock, Registeel, Rhydon, Rhyperior, Slaking, Snorlax, Sudowoodo, Swampert, Ursaring
Happy Hour
Doubles the amount of Prize Money received.
NormalStatus——30No learner published
Hard Press
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SteelPhysical10010010No learner published
Harden
Stiffens the body's muscles to raise Defense.
NormalStatus——30Aggron, Anorith, Armaldo, Aron, Baltoy, Beautifly, Beedrill, Butterfree, Cascoon, Claydol, Corphish, Corsola, Crawdaunt, Dustox +30 more
Haze
Creates a black haze that eliminates all stat changes.
IceStatus——30Arbok, Articuno, Crobat, Ekans, Golbat, Koffing, Murkrow, Quagsire, Seviper, Surskit, Vaporeon, Weezing, Wooper, Zubat
Head Charge
A charge using guard hair. It hurts the user a little.
NormalPhysical12010015No learner published
Head Smash
A life-risking headbutt that seriously hurts the user.
RockPhysical150805Relicanth, Sudowoodo
Headbutt
A ramming attack that may cause flinching.
NormalPhysical7010015Aggron, Aron, Bagon, Breloom, Castform, Cubone, Dewgong, Drowzee, Froslass, Glalie, Granbull, Hypno, Kangaskhan, Lairon +16 more
Headlong Rush
Hits with a full-body tackle. Lowers the users's defenses.
GroundPhysical1001005Hariyama
Heal Bell
Chimes soothingly to heal all status abnormalities.
NormalStatus——5Celebi, Chimecho, Delcatty, Miltank, Skitty
Heal Block
Prevents the foes from recovering HP for 5 turns.
PsychicStatus—10015No learner published
Heal Order
The user's underlings show up to heal half its max HP.
BugStatus——10No learner published
Heal Pulse
Recovers up to half the target's maximum HP.
PsychicStatus——10Blissey, Chansey, Chimecho, Gallade, Gardevoir, Kirlia, Latias, Latios, Ralts, Slowbro, Slowking, Slowpoke
Healing Wish
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PsychicStatus——10Blissey, Celebi, Chansey, Chimecho, Clefable, Clefairy, Gardevoir, Jirachi, Latias
Heart Stamp
A sudden blow after a cute act. May cause flinching.
PsychicPhysical6010025No learner published
Heart Swap
Swaps any stat changes with the foe.
PsychicStatus——10No learner published
Heat Crash
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FirePhysical—10010No learner published
Heat Wave
Exhales a hot breath on the foes. May inflict a burn.
FireSpecial1009010Charizard, Moltres, Torkoal, Weezing
Heavy Slam
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SteelPhysical—10010Aggron, Aron, Forretress, Golem, Hariyama, Lairon, Makuhita, Registeel, Snorlax, Wailmer, Wailord
Helping Hand
Boosts the power of ally recipient's moves.
NormalStatus——20Arcanine, Azumarill, Azurill, Blissey, Chansey, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Furret, Gallade, Glaceon, Growlithe, Hitmonchan, Hitmonlee +22 more
Hex
Does double damage if the foe has a status problem.
GhostSpecial5010010Banette, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Froslass, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Misdreavus, Shuppet, Tentacool, Tentacruel
Hidden Power
The type varies with the user.
NormalSpecial6010015TM10 Slateport City (shop); Fortree City House 2 (from a person); Route BUnown
High Horsepower
Slams hard into the foe with its entire body.
GroundPhysical959510Miltank, Snorlax, Ursaring
High Jump Kick
A jumping knee kick. If it misses, the user is hurt.
FightingPhysical859020Hitmonlee, Medicham, Meditite
Hold Back
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NormalPhysical4010040No learner published
Hold Hands
The user and ally hold hands making them happy.
NormalStatus——40No learner published
Hone Claws
Sharpens its claws to raise Attack and Accuracy.
DarkStatus——15Linoone, Metagross, Metang, Sneasel, Zangoose
Horn Attack
Jabs the foe with sharp horns.
NormalPhysical6510025Donphan, Goldeen, Heracross, Nidoking, Nidoran♂, Nidorino, Rhydon, Rhyhorn, Rhyperior, Seaking, Tauros
Horn Drill
A one-hit KO attack that uses a horn like a drill.
NormalPhysical—305Goldeen, Rhydon, Rhyhorn, Rhyperior, Seaking
Horn Leech
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GrassPhysical7510010No learner published
Howl
Howls to raise the spirit and boosts Attack.
NormalStatus——40Arcanine, Electrike, Exploud, Growlithe, Houndoom, Houndour, Loudred, Manectric, Mightyena, Poochyena, Raikou, Whismur
Hurricane
Traps the foe in a fierce wind. May cause confusion.
FlyingSpecial1207010Articuno, Castform, Dragonite, Gyarados, Moltres, Pelipper, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Rayquaza, Shiftry, Wingull
Hydro Cannon
Powerful, but leaves the user immobile the next turn.
WaterSpecial150905No learner published
Hydro Pump
Blasts water at high power to strike the foe.
WaterSpecial120805Azumarill, Blastoise, Castform, Chinchou, Cloyster, Croconaw, Feraligatr, Golduck, Gorebyss, Gyarados, Horsea, Huntail, Kingdra, Kyogre +35 more
Hydro Steam
This move's power increases under harsh sunlight.
WaterSpecial8010015No learner published
Hydro Vortex
A huge whirlpool swallows the target. Power varies.
WaterPhysical——1No learner published
Hyper Beam
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NormalSpecial150905TM15 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Aerodactyl, Claydol, Deoxys, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Exploud, Gyarados, Larvitar, Magmar, Magmortar, Metagross, Metang, Octillery +9 more
Hyper Drill
A spinning pointed part bypasses a foe's Protect.
NormalPhysical1001005Dunsparce
Hyper Fang
Attacks with sharp fangs. May cause flinching.
NormalPhysical809015No learner published
Hyper Voice
A loud attack that uses sound waves to injure.
NormalSpecial9010010Exploud, Furret, Jigglypuff, Loudred, Politoed, Rayquaza, Sentret, Whismur, Wigglytuff
Hyperspace Fury
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DarkPhysical100—5No learner published
Hyperspace Hole
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PsychicSpecial80—5No learner published
Hypnosis
A hypnotizing move that may induce sleep.
PsychicStatus—6020Drowzee, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Gallade, Gardevoir, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Hoothoot, Hypno, Kirlia, Lunatone, Noctowl, Politoed +9 more
Ice Ball
A 5-turn attack that gains power on successive hits.
IcePhysical309020No learner published
Ice Beam
Blasts the foe with an icy beam that may freeze it.
IceSpecial9510010TM13 Kenkoria City Game Corner (from a person); Mauville City Game Corner (from a person); Pinpoint City Gym (from a person); Abandoned Ship Room B1FArticuno, Cloyster, Dewgong, Kyogre, Lapras, Octillery, Regice, Remoraid, Seel, Shellder
Ice Burn
A powerful 2-turn move that may inflict a burn.
IceSpecial140905No learner published
Ice Fang
May cause flinching or leave the foe frozen.
IcePhysical659515Arbok, Carvanha, Croconaw, Exploud, Feraligatr, Froslass, Glaceon, Glalie, Gliscor, Granbull, Gyarados, Huntail, Mamoswine, Mightyena +9 more
Ice Hammer
Swings the fist to strike. Lowers the user's Speed.
IcePhysical1009010No learner published
Ice Punch
An icy punch that may freeze the foe.
IcePhysical7510015Dusclops, Dusknoir, Hitmonchan, Jynx, Medicham, Smoochum
Ice Shard
Hurls a chunk of ice that always strikes first.
IcePhysical4010030Articuno, Cloyster, Dewgong, Froslass, Glaceon, Glalie, Lapras, Mamoswine, Piloswine, Seel, Shellder, Snorunt, Swinub
Ice Spinner
Ice-covered feet hit a foe and destroy the terrain.
IcePhysical8010015No learner published
Icicle Crash
Drops large icicles on the foe. May cause flinching.
IcePhysical859010Cloyster
Icicle Spear
Attacks the foe by firing 2 to 5 icicles in a row.
IcePhysical1010030Cloyster
Icy Wind
A chilling attack that lowers the foe's Speed.
IceSpecial559515Dewgong, Froslass, Glaceon, Glalie, Mamoswine, Piloswine, Regice, Seel, Sneasel, Snorunt, Swinub
Imprison
Prevents foes from using moves known by the user.
PsychicStatus——10Baltoy, Claydol, Gallade, Mew, Ninetales, Stantler, Vulpix
Incinerate
Burns up Berries and Gems preventing their use.
FireSpecial3010015Camerupt, Houndoom, Houndour, Magcargo, Moltres, Ninetales, Numel, Slugma, Vulpix
Infernal Parade
Hurts a foe harder if it has an ailment. May leave a burn.
GhostSpecial6010015No learner published
Inferno
Powerful and sure to inflict a burn, but inaccurate.
FireSpecial100505Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Cyndaquil, Houndoom, Houndour, Ninetales, Ponyta, Quilava, Rapidash, Torkoal, Typhlosion, Vulpix
Inferno Overdrive
Breathes intense fire at the target. Power varies.
FirePhysical——1No learner published
Infestation
The foe is infested and attacked for turns.
BugSpecial2010020Ariados, Illumise, Spinarak, Volbeat
Ingrain
Lays roots that restore HP. The user can't switch out.
GrassStatus——20Cacnea, Cacturne, Cradily, Lileep, Roselia, Roserade, Sunflora, Tangela, Tangrowth
Instruct
Orders the target to use its last move again.
PsychicStatus——15No learner published
Ion Deluge
Electrifies Normal-type moves with charged atoms.
ElectricStatus——25No learner published
Iron Defense
Hardens the body's surface to sharply raise Defense.
SteelStatus——15Aggron, Aron, Blastoise, Clamperl, Cloyster, Forretress, Gorebyss, Huntail, Lairon, Mawile, Metagross, Metang, Pineco, Probopass +10 more
Iron Head
Slams the foe with a hard head. May cause flinching.
SteelPhysical8010015Aerodactyl, Aggron, Aron, Lairon, Mawile, Registeel, Scizor
Iron Tail
Attacks with a rock-hard tail. May lower Defense.
SteelPhysical1007515TM23 Dead Sea; Meteor Falls 1F 1RAggron, Aron, Lairon, Onix, Pikachu, Raichu, Steelix
Ivy Cudgel
Type changes with held mask. High critical-hit ratio.
GrassPhysical10010010No learner published
Jaw Lock
Prevents the user and the target from escaping.
DarkPhysical8010010No learner published
Jet Punch
A punch is thrown at blinding speed to strike first.
WaterPhysical6010015No learner published
Judgment
The type varies with the kind of Plate held.
NormalSpecial10010010No learner published
Jump Kick
A strong jumping kick. May miss and hurt the kicker.
FightingPhysical709525No learner published
Jungle Healing
Heals HP and status of itself and allies in battle.
GrassStatus——10No learner published
Karate Chop
A chopping attack with a high critical-hit ratio.
FightingPhysical5010025No learner published
Kinesis
Distracts the foe. May lower accuracy.
PsychicStatus—8015Alakazam, Kadabra
King's Shield
Evades damage, and sharply reduces Attack if struck.
SteelStatus——10No learner published
Knock Off
Knocks down the foe's held item to prevent its use.
DarkPhysical2010020Absol, Banette, Bellsprout, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Deoxys, Donphan, Farfetch'd, Gligar, Gliscor, Hariyama, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Lombre +9 more
Kowtow Cleave
User slashes the foe after kowtowing. It never misses.
DarkPhysical85—10No learner published
Land's Wrath
Gathers the energy of the land to attack every foe.
GroundPhysical9010010No learner published
Laser Focus
Guarantees the next move will be a critical hit.
NormalStatus——30Beedrill, Raticate, Rattata
Lash Out
If user's stats were lowered this turn, power is doubled.
DarkPhysical751005No learner published
Last Resort
Can only be used if every other move has been used.
NormalPhysical1301005Aipom, Blissey, Chansey, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Glaceon, Granbull, Jirachi, Jolteon, Kangaskhan, Leafeon, Minun, Phanpy +8 more
Last Respects
This move deals more damage for each defeated ally.
GhostPhysical5010010No learner published
Lava Plume
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FireSpecial8010015Camerupt, Cyndaquil, Entei, Flareon, Groudon, Magby, Magcargo, Magmar, Magmortar, Numel, Quilava, Slugma, Torkoal, Typhlosion
Leaf Blade
Slashes with a sharp leaf. High critical-hit ratio.
GrassPhysical7010015Farfetch'd, Gallade, Grovyle, Leafeon, Nuzleaf, Sceptile, Shiftry, Victreebel
Leaf Storm
Whips up a storm of leaves. Harshly lowers the Sp. Atk.
GrassSpecial140905Celebi, Exeggutor, Grovyle, Sceptile, Sunflora, Treecko, Tropius, Victreebel
Leaf Tornado
Circles the foe with leaves to damage and cut accuracy.
GrassSpecial659010No learner published
Leafage
Attacks with a flurry of small leaves.
GrassPhysical4010040Grovyle, Sceptile, Treecko
Leech Life
An attack that steals half the damage inflicted.
BugPhysical2010015Beautifly, Crobat, Dustox, Golbat, Kabuto, Kabutops, Venomoth, Venonat, Zubat
Leech Seed
Plants a seed on the foe to steal HP on every turn.
GrassStatus—9010Bayleef, Breloom, Bulbasaur, Cacnea, Cacturne, Celebi, Chikorita, Cradily, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Hoppip, Ivysaur, Jumpluff, Leafeon +9 more
Leer
Frightens the foes with a leer to lower Defense.
NormalStatus—10030Absol, Arbok, Arcanine, Bagon, Cacnea, Cacturne, Carvanha, Cloyster, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Croconaw, Cyndaquil, Deoxys, Dragonair +74 more
Let's Snuggle Forever
Mimikyu punches the target with full force.
FairyPhysical190—1No learner published
Lick
Licks with a long tongue to injure. May also paralyze.
GhostPhysical2010030Gastly, Gengar, Granbull, Haunter, Jynx, Kecleon, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Seviper, Smoochum, Snorlax, Snubbull, Teddiursa, Ursaring
Life Dew
Scatters water to restore the HP of itself and allies.
WaterStatus——10Blissey, Celebi, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Corsola, Gallade, Gardevoir, Ho-Oh, Jirachi, Kirlia, Lapras, Mew, Mewtwo +5 more
Light Of Ruin
Fires a great beam of light that also hurts the user.
FairySpecial140905No learner published
Light Screen
Wall of light cuts special damage for 5 turns.
PsychicStatus——30TM16 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Ampharos, Bayleef, Blissey, Chansey, Chikorita, Dustox, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrode, Elekid, Flaaffy, Ledian, Ledyba, Magnemite +11 more
Light That Burns the Sky
Uses Necrozma's highest attack. Ignores abilities.
PsychicSpecial200—1No learner published
Liquidation
Slams the foe with water. Can lower Defense.
WaterPhysical8510010Carvanha, Kabuto, Kabutops, Sharpedo
Lock-On
Locks on to the foe to ensure the next move hits.
NormalStatus—1005Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Nosepass, Octillery, Porygon, Porygon-Z, Porygon2, Probopass, Regice, Regirock, Registeel, Remoraid
Lovely Kiss
Demands a kiss with a scary face that induces sleep.
NormalStatus—7510Jynx
Low Kick
A low, tripping kick that may cause flinching.
FightingPhysical509020Electabuzz, Electivire, Elekid, Hitmonlee, Machamp, Machoke, Machop, Magby, Magmar, Magmortar, Mankey, Primeape, Sudowoodo
Low Sweep
Attacks the foe's legs lowering its Speed.
FightingPhysical6010020Hitmonlee, Machamp, Machoke, Machop
Lucky Chant
Prevents the foe from landing critical hits.
NormalStatus——30No learner published
Lumina Crash
A mind-affecting light harshly lowers Sp. Def.
PsychicSpecial8010010No learner published
Lunar Blessing
The user heals and cures itself and its ally.
PsychicStatus——10No learner published
Lunar Dance
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PsychicStatus——10No learner published
Lunge
Lunges at the foe to lower its Attack stat.
BugPhysical8010015No learner published
Luster Purge
Attacks with a burst of light. May lower Sp. Def.
PsychicSpecial701005Latios
Mach Punch
A punch is thrown at wicked speed to strike first.
FightingPhysical4010030Breloom, Hitmonchan, Ledian, Ledyba
Magic Coat
Reflects special effects back to the attacker.
PsychicStatus——15No learner published
Magic Powder
Magic powder changes the target into a Psychic type.
PsychicStatus—10020No learner published
Magic Room
Hold items lose their effects for 5 turns.
PsychicStatus——10Lunatone
Magical Leaf
Attacks with a strange leaf that cannot be evaded.
GrassSpecial60—20Bayleef, Celebi, Chikorita, Leafeon, Meganium, Roselia, Roserade, Tropius
Magical Torque
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FairyPhysical10010010No learner published
Magma Storm
Traps the foe in a vortex of fire for turns.
FireSpecial120705No learner published
Magnet Bomb
Launches a magnet that strikes without fail.
SteelPhysical60—20No learner published
Magnet Rise
The user levitates with electromagnetism.
ElectricStatus——10Electrode, Forretress, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Metagross, Metang, Porygon, Porygon-Z, Porygon2, Probopass, Steelix, Voltorb
Magnetic Flux
Boosts the defenses of those with Plus or Minus.
ElectricStatus——20Ampharos, Electrode, Magnezone, Probopass, Zapdos
Magnitude
A ground-shaking attack of random intensity.
GroundPhysical—10030No learner published
Make It Rain
Lowers the user's Sp. Atk. Money is recovered after.
SteelSpecial1201005No learner published
Malicious Moonsault
Incineroar crashes into the target with full force.
DarkPhysical180—1No learner published
Malignant Chain
A corrosive chain attack that may badly poison.
PoisonSpecial1001005No learner published
Mat Block
Evades damaging moves. Only works on 1st turn.
FightingStatus——15No learner published
Matcha Gotcha
Absorbs half the damage inflicted. May cause a burn.
GrassSpecial809015No learner published
Max Airstream
Flying Dynamax attack. Boosts ally Speed stats.
FlyingPhysical——10No learner published
Max Darkness
Dark Dynamax attack. Lowers foe's Sp. Def stat.
DarkPhysical——10No learner published
Max Flare
Fire Dynamax attack. Intensifies sun for 5 turns.
FirePhysical——10No learner published
Max Flutterby
Bug Dynamax attack. Lowers foe's Sp. Atk stat.
BugPhysical——10No learner published
Max Geyser
Water Dynamax attack. Summons rain for 5 turns.
WaterPhysical——10No learner published
Max Guard
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NormalStatus——10No learner published
Max Hailstorm
Ice Dynamax attack. Summons hail for 5 turns.
IcePhysical——10No learner published
Max Knuckle
Fighting Dynamax attack. Boosts ally Attack stats.
FightingPhysical——10No learner published
Max Lightning
Electric Dynamax attack. Turns the terrain electric.
ElectricPhysical——10No learner published
Max Mindstorm
Psychic Dynamax attack. Turns the terrain psychic.
PsychicPhysical——10No learner published
Max Ooze
Poison Dynamax attack. Boosts ally Sp. Atk stats.
PoisonPhysical——10No learner published
Max Overgrowth
Grass Dynamax attack. Turns the terrain grassy.
GrassPhysical10—10No learner published
Max Phantasm
Ghost Dynamax attack. Lowers foe's Defense stat.
GhostPhysical——10No learner published
Max Quake
Ground Dynamax attack. Boosts ally Sp. Def stats.
GroundPhysical——10No learner published
Max Rockfall
Rock Dynamax attack. Summons a sandstorm.
RockPhysical——10No learner published
Max Starfall
Fairy Dynamax attack. Turns the terrain misty.
FairyPhysical——10No learner published
Max Steelspike
Steel Dynamax attack. Boosts ally Defense stats.
SteelPhysical10—10No learner published
Max Strike
Normal Dynamax attack. Lowers foe's Speed stat.
NormalPhysical——10No learner published
Max Wyrmwind
Dragon Dynamax attack. Lowers foe's Attack stat.
DragonPhysical——10No learner published
Me First
Executes the foe's attack with greater power.
NormalStatus——20No learner published
Mean Look
Fixes the foe with a mean look that prevents escape.
NormalStatus——5Crobat, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Gastly, Gengar, Golbat, Haunter, Jynx, Misdreavus, Murkrow, Sableye, Smoochum, Umbreon +1 more
Meditate
Meditates in a peaceful fashion to raise Attack.
PsychicStatus——40No learner published
Mega Drain
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GrassSpecial4010010Beautifly, Bellossom, Breloom, Cradily, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Gloom, Grovyle, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Lileep, Lombre, Lotad, Ludicolo +15 more
Mega Kick
An extremely powerful kick with intense force.
NormalPhysical120755Hitmonlee, Slaking
Mega Punch
A strong punch thrown with incredible power.
NormalPhysical808520Hitmonchan
Megahorn
A brutal ramming attack using out-thrust horns.
BugPhysical1208510Goldeen, Heracross, Nidoking, Rapidash, Rhydon, Rhyhorn, Rhyperior, Seaking
Memento
The user faints and harshly lowers foes Atk and Sp.Atk.
DarkStatus——10Grimer, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Koffing, Latios, Muk, Skiploom, Weezing
Menacing Moonraze Maelstrom
Lunala attacks with full force. Ignores abilities.
GhostSpecial200—1No learner published
Metal Burst
Retaliates any hit with greater power.
SteelPhysical—10010Aggron, Aron, Lairon
Metal Claw
A claw attack that may raise the user's Attack.
SteelPhysical509535Aggron, Anorith, Armaldo, Aron, Kingler, Krabby, Lairon, Metagross, Metang, Nincada, Ninjask, Registeel, Scizor, Shedinja +3 more
Metal Sound
Emits a horrible screech that sharply lowers Sp. Def.
SteelStatus—8540Aggron, Aron, Kabuto, Kabutops, Lairon, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Skarmory
Meteor Assault
Attacks with a thick leek. The user must then rest.
FightingPhysical1501005No learner published
Meteor Beam
A 2-turn move that raises Sp. Attack before attacking.
RockSpecial1209010No learner published
Meteor Mash
Fires a meteor-like punch. May raise Attack.
SteelPhysical1008510Clefable, Clefairy, Jirachi, Metagross, Metang
Metronome
Waggles a finger to use any Pokémon move at random.
NormalStatus——10Clefable, Clefairy, Mew, Snorlax, Togekiss, Togepi, Togetic
Mighty Cleave
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RockPhysical951005No learner published
Milk Drink
Recovers up to half the user's maximum HP.
NormalStatus——10Miltank
Mimic
Copies last move used by the foe during one battle.
NormalStatus—10010Jigglypuff, Mr. Mime, Sudowoodo, Wigglytuff
Mind Blown
It explodes the user's head to damage everything around.
FireSpecial1501005No learner published
Mind Reader
Senses the foe's action to ensure the next move's hit.
NormalStatus—1005Nincada, Ninjask, Shedinja
Minimize
Minimizes the user's size to sharply raise evasiveness.
NormalStatus——20Grimer, Muk, Qwilfish, Starmie, Staryu
Miracle Eye
Negate evasiveness and Dark type's immunities.
PsychicStatus——40No learner published
Mirror Coat
Counters the foe's special attack at double the power.
PsychicSpecial—10020Corsola, Electrode, Glaceon, Magnezone, Suicune, Voltorb, Wobbuffet, Wynaut
Mirror Move
Counters the foe's attack with the same move.
FlyingStatus——20No learner published
Mirror Shot
Emits a flash of energy to damage and cut accuracy.
SteelSpecial658510No learner published
Mist
Creates a mist that stops reduction of stats.
IceStatus——30Altaria, Articuno, Lapras, Lombre, Lotad, Ludicolo, Lugia, Mamoswine, Mewtwo, Pelipper, Piloswine, Quagsire, Suicune, Surskit +6 more
Mist Ball
Attacks with a flurry of down. May lower Sp. Atk.
PsychicSpecial701005Latias
Misty Explosion
Hit everything and faint. Powers up on Misty Terrain.
FairySpecial1001005No learner published
Misty Terrain
Covers the ground with mist for 5 turns. Blocks status.
FairyStatus——10Gardevoir
Moonblast
Attacks with the power of the moon. May lower Sp. Atk.
FairySpecial9510015Altaria, Bellossom, Clefable, Clefairy, Gardevoir, Gloom, Hoothoot, Lunatone, Noctowl, Oddish, Swablu, Vileplume
Moongeist Beam
A moon-powered beam that ignores abilities.
GhostSpecial1001005No learner published
Moonlight
Restores HP. The amount varies with the weather.
FairyStatus——5Bellossom, Clefable, Clefairy, Dustox, Gloom, Illumise, Lunatone, Oddish, Umbreon, Vileplume, Volbeat
Morning Sun
Restores HP. The amount varies with the weather.
NormalStatus——5Beautifly, Espeon, Solrock
Mortal Spin
Erases trap moves and Leech Seed. Poisons adjacent foes.
PoisonPhysical3010015No learner published
Mountain Gale
Giant chunks of ice damage the foe. It may flinch.
IcePhysical100855No learner published
Mud Bomb
Throws a blob of mud to damage and cut accuracy.
GroundSpecial658510No learner published
Mud Shot
Hurls mud at the foe and reduces Speed.
GroundSpecial559515Grimer, Groudon, Kabuto, Kabutops, Kingler, Krabby, Marshtomp, Muk, Omanyte, Omastar, Politoed, Poliwag, Poliwhirl, Poliwrath +3 more
Mud Sport
Covers the user in mud to weaken all Electric moves.
GroundStatus——15No learner published
Mud-Slap
Hurls mud in the foe's face to reduce its accuracy.
GroundSpecial2010010Baltoy, Barboach, Claydol, Cubone, Diglett, Dugtrio, Dunsparce, Flygon, Grimer, Mamoswine, Marowak, Muk, Nincada, Ninjask +6 more
Muddy Water
Attacks with muddy water. May lower accuracy.
WaterSpecial958510Barboach, Kyogre, Marshtomp, Quagsire, Swampert, Vaporeon, Whiscash, Wooper
Multi-Attack
An attack that changes with Memories.
NormalPhysical9010010No learner published
Mystical Fire
Breathes a special, hot fire. Lowers Sp. Atk.
FireSpecial6510010Gardevoir
Mystical Power
A mysterious power strikes, raising the user's Sp. Atk.
PsychicSpecial709010No learner published
Nasty Plot
Thinks bad thoughts to sharply boost Sp. Atk.
DarkStatus——20Aipom, Drowzee, Girafarig, Houndoom, Houndour, Hypno, Meowth, Mew, Minun, Ninetales, Persian, Pichu, Pikachu, Plusle +3 more
Natural Gift
The effectiveness varies with the held Berry.
NormalPhysical—10015No learner published
Nature Power
The type of attack varies depending on the location.
NormalStatus——20No learner published
Nature's Madness
Halves the foe's HP with the power of nature.
FairySpecial—9010No learner published
Needle Arm
Attacks with thorny arms. May cause flinching.
GrassPhysical6010015No learner published
Never-Ending Nightmare
Deep-seated grudges trap the target. Power varies.
GhostPhysical——1No learner published
Night Daze
Looses a pitch-black shock wave. May lower accuracy.
DarkSpecial859510No learner published
Night Shade
Inflicts damage identical to the user's level.
GhostSpecial—10015Ariados, Banette, Deoxys, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Murkrow, Natu, Sableye, Shuppet, Spinarak +1 more
Night Slash
Hits as soon as possible. High critical-hit ratio.
DarkPhysical7010015Absol, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Dugtrio, Gallade, Gliscor, Kabutops, Sharpedo, Yanmega, Zangoose
Nightmare
Inflicts 1/4 damage on a sleeping foe every turn.
GhostStatus——15No learner published
No Retreat
Raises all of the user's stats but prevents escape.
FightingStatus——5No learner published
Noble Roar
Intimidates the foe, to cut Attack and Sp. Atk.
NormalStatus—10030Wailord
Noxious Torque
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PoisonPhysical10010010No learner published
Nuzzle
Rubs its cheeks against the foe, paralyzing it.
ElectricPhysical2010020Minun, Pichu, Pikachu, Plusle, Raichu
Oblivion Wing
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FlyingSpecial8010010No learner published
Obstruct
Protects itself, harshly lowering Def on contact.
DarkStatus—10010No learner published
Oceanic Operetta
Primarina summons a massive amount of water at the foe.
WaterSpecial195—1No learner published
Octazooka
Fires a lump of ink to damage and cut accuracy.
WaterSpecial658510Octillery
Octolock
Traps the foe to lower Def and Sp. Def each turn.
FightingStatus—10015No learner published
Odor Sleuth
Negate evasiveness and Ghost type's immunities.
NormalStatus—10040No learner published
Ominous Wind
A repulsive attack that may raise all stats.
GhostSpecial601005No learner published
Order Up
Boosts a user's stats depending on Tatsugiri.
DragonPhysical8010010No learner published
Origin Pulse
Beams of glowing blue light blast both foes.
WaterSpecial1108510Kyogre
Outrage
A rampage of 2 to 3 turns that confuses the user.
DragonPhysical9010015Bagon, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Granbull, Kangaskhan, Mankey, Primeape, Rayquaza, Shelgon, Tropius
Overdrive
The user twangs its guitar, causing strong vibrations.
ElectricSpecial8010010No learner published
Overheat
Allows a full-power attack, but sharply lowers Sp. Atk.
FireSpecial140905TM50 Lavaridge Town Gym 1F (from a person)Cyndaquil, Ho-Oh, Moltres, Quilava, Typhlosion
Pain Split
Adds the user and foe's HP, then shares them equally.
NormalStatus—10020Gulpin, Misdreavus
Parabolic Charge
Damages adjacent Pokémon and heals up by half of it.
ElectricSpecial5010020No learner published
Parting Shot
Lowers the foe's Attack and Sp. Atk, then switches out.
DarkStatus—10020No learner published
Pay Day
Throws coins at the foe. Money is recovered after.
NormalPhysical4010020Meowth, Persian
Payback
An attack that gains power if the user moves last.
DarkPhysical5010010Cacnea, Cacturne, Delcatty, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Forretress, Gastly, Gengar, Granbull, Grumpig, Haunter, Larvitar, Misdreavus +13 more
Peck
Attacks the foe with a jabbing beak, etc.
FlyingPhysical3510035Altaria, Dodrio, Doduo, Farfetch'd, Fearow, Goldeen, Hoothoot, Murkrow, Natu, Nidoking, Nidoran♂, Nidorino, Noctowl, Seaking +7 more
Perish Song
Any Pokémon hearing this song faints in 3 turns.
NormalStatus——5Absol, Altaria, Celebi, Gengar, Jynx, Lapras, Misdreavus, Politoed, Smoochum, Swablu
Petal Blizzard
Stirs up a violent storm of petals to attack all.
GrassPhysical9010015Bellossom, Meganium, Roselia, Roserade, Sunflora, Venusaur, Vileplume
Petal Dance
A rampage of 2 to 3 turns that confuses the user.
GrassSpecial7010020Bellossom, Gloom, Meganium, Oddish, Roselia, Roserade, Sunflora, Venusaur, Vileplume
Phantom Force
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GhostPhysical9010010Banette, Shedinja, Shuppet
Photon Geyser
User's highest attack stat determines its category.
PsychicSpecial1001005No learner published
Pika Papow
Pikachu's love increases its power. It never misses.
ElectricSpecial——20No learner published
Pin Missile
Sharp pins are fired to strike 2 to 5 times.
BugPhysical148520Ariados, Beedrill, Cacnea, Cacturne, Heracross, Jolteon, Linoone, Qwilfish, Spinarak, Zigzagoon
Plasma Fists
Hits with electrical fists. Normal moves turn Electric.
ElectricPhysical10010015No learner published
Play Nice
Befriend the foe, lowering its Attack without fail.
NormalStatus——20Illumise, Minun, Pichu, Pikachu, Plusle, Raichu, Teddiursa, Ursaring
Play Rough
Plays rough with the foe. May lower Attack.
FairyPhysical909010Arcanine, Azumarill, Delcatty, Granbull, Growlithe, Illumise, Marill, Mawile, Meowth, Mightyena, Miltank, Persian, Poochyena, Skitty +6 more
Pluck
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FlyingPhysical6010020Altaria, Dodrio, Doduo, Fearow, Swellow, Zapdos
Poison Fang
A sharp-fanged attack. May badly poison the foe.
PoisonPhysical5010015Carvanha, Crobat, Golbat, Seviper, Sharpedo, Venomoth, Venonat, Zubat
Poison Gas
Envelops the foe in a toxic gas that may poison.
PoisonStatus—5540Drowzee, Grimer, Gulpin, Hypno, Koffing, Muk, Swalot, Weezing
Poison Jab
A stabbing attack that may poison the foe.
PoisonPhysical8010020Ariados, Beedrill, Bellsprout, Gliscor, Nidoking, Nidoran♂, Nidorino, Qwilfish, Rapidash, Seviper, Spinarak, Tentacool, Tentacruel, Weepinbell
Poison Powder
Scatters a toxic powder that may poison the foe.
PoisonStatus—7535Bayleef, Bellossom, Bellsprout, Breloom, Bulbasaur, Butterfree, Chikorita, Dustox, Gloom, Hoppip, Ivysaur, Jumpluff, Meganium, Oddish +11 more
Poison Sting
A toxic attack with barbs, etc., that may poison.
PoisonPhysical1510035Arbok, Ariados, Beautifly, Beedrill, Cacnea, Cacturne, Dustox, Ekans, Gligar, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Nidorina +11 more
Poison Tail
Has a high critical-hit ratio. May also poison.
PoisonPhysical5010025Gligar, Seviper
Pollen Puff
Explodes on foes, but restores ally's HP.
BugSpecial9010015No learner published
Poltergeist
Control foe's item to attack. Fails if foe has no item.
GhostPhysical110905No learner published
Population Bomb
The user's fellows hit one to ten times in a row.
NormalPhysical209010No learner published
Pounce
The user pounces on the foe, lowering its Speed.
BugPhysical5010020No learner published
Pound
Pounds the foe with forelegs or tail.
NormalPhysical4010035Blissey, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Drowzee, Exploud, Grimer, Grovyle, Gulpin, Hypno, Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, Jynx +19 more
Powder
Damages the foe if it uses a Fire-type move.
BugStatus—10020No learner published
Powder Snow
Blasts the foes with a snowy gust. May cause freezing.
IceSpecial4010025Articuno, Castform, Froslass, Glalie, Jynx, Mamoswine, Piloswine, Sealeo, Smoochum, Snorunt, Spheal, Swinub, Walrein
Power Gem
Attacks with rays of light that sparkle like diamonds.
RockSpecial7010020Ampharos, Corsola, Flaaffy, Grumpig, Mareep, Misdreavus, Nosepass, Persian, Probopass, Sableye, Slowking, Spoink, Starmie, Staryu
Power Shift
The user swaps its Attack and Defense stats.
NormalStatus——10No learner published
Power Split
Averages changes to Attack and Sp. Atk with the foe.
PsychicStatus——10Baltoy, Claydol, Latios, Shuckle
Power Swap
Swaps changes to Attack and Sp. Atk with the foe.
PsychicStatus——10Espeon, Girafarig, Mewtwo, Mr. Mime, Natu, Xatu
Power Trick
The user swaps its Attack and Defense stats.
PsychicStatus——10Baltoy, Claydol, Medicham, Meditite, Shuckle
Power Trip
It hits harder the more stat boosts the user has.
DarkPhysical2010010Cacnea, Cacturne, Zangoose
Power Whip
Violently lashes the foe with vines or tentacles.
GrassPhysical1208510Bellsprout, Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Tangela, Tangrowth, Venusaur, Victreebel, Weepinbell
Power-Up Punch
A hard punch that raises the user's Attack.
FightingPhysical4010020No learner published
Precipice Blades
Fearsome blades of stone attack both foes.
GroundPhysical1208510Groudon
Present
A gift in the form of a bomb. May restore HP.
NormalPhysical—9015Delibird
Prismatic Laser
A high power laser that forces recharge next turn.
PsychicSpecial16010010No learner published
Protect
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NormalStatus——10TM17 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Aggron, Anorith, Armaldo, Aron, Beautifly, Blastoise, Cloyster, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Dustox, Forretress, Froslass, Gallade, Glalie +21 more
Psybeam
Fires a peculiar ray that may confuse the foe.
PsychicSpecial6510020Alakazam, Baltoy, Butterfree, Claydol, Drowzee, Dustox, Espeon, Gallade, Gardevoir, Girafarig, Grumpig, Hypno, Kadabra, Kecleon +18 more
Psyblade
This move's power increases when on Electric Terrain.
PsychicPhysical8010015No learner published
Psych Up
Copies foe's stat changes and gives to the user.
NormalStatus——10Drowzee, Espeon, Golduck, Grumpig, Hypno, Medicham, Meditite, Psyduck, Slowbro, Slowking, Slowpoke, Spinda, Spoink
Psychic
A powerful psychic attack that may lower Sp. Def.
PsychicSpecial9010010TM29 Kenkoria City Game Corner (from a person); Mauville City Game Corner (from a person); Victory Road B1F; Victory Road NorthAlakazam, Ariados, Deoxys, Drowzee, Espeon, Gallade, Gardevoir, Girafarig, Gorebyss, Grumpig, Hypno, Jirachi, Jynx, Kadabra +23 more
Psychic Fangs
Chomps with psychic fangs. Destroys any barriers.
PsychicPhysical8510015No learner published
Psychic Noise
Sound waves that damage and prevent healing for 2 turns.
PsychicSpecial7510010No learner published
Psychic Terrain
The ground turns weird for 5 turns. Blocks priority.
PsychicStatus——10No learner published
Psycho Boost
Allows a full-power attack, but sharply lowers Sp. Atk.
PsychicSpecial140905Deoxys
Psycho Cut
Tears with psychic blades. High critical-hit ratio.
PsychicPhysical7010020Alakazam, Gallade, Kadabra, Mewtwo
Psycho Shift
Transfers status problems to the foe.
PsychicStatus—9010Natu, Xatu
Psyshield Bash
Hits a foe with psychic energy. May raise Defense.
PsychicPhysical709010No learner published
Psyshock
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PsychicSpecial8010010Alakazam, Deoxys, Drowzee, Exeggutor, Grumpig, Hypno, Kadabra, Lunatone, Spoink
Psystrike
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PsychicSpecial10010010Mewtwo
Psywave
Attacks with a psychic wave of varying intensity.
PsychicSpecial—8015No learner published
Pulverizing Pancake
Snorlax energetically moves and attacks with full force.
NormalPhysical210—1No learner published
Punishment
Does more damage the more the foe has powered up.
DarkPhysical601005No learner published
Purify
Cures the foe's status to restore HP.
PoisonStatus——20No learner published
Pursuit
Inflicts bad damage if used on a foe switching out.
DarkPhysical4010020No learner published
Pyro Ball
Launches a fiery ball at the target. It may cause a burn.
FirePhysical120905No learner published
Quash
Suppresses the foe, making it move last.
DarkStatus—10015Murkrow, Sableye
Quick Attack
An extremely fast attack that always strikes first.
NormalPhysical4010030Absol, Blaziken, Combusken, Cyndaquil, Dodrio, Doduo, Eevee, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrike, Elekid, Espeon, Flareon, Furret +43 more
Quick Guard
Evades priority attacks for one turn.
FightingStatus——15Crobat, Gallade, Golbat, Grovyle, Hitmonchan, Hitmontop, Mr. Mime, Sceptile, Swellow, Taillow, Treecko, Zangoose, Zubat
Quiver Dance
Dances to raise Sp. Atk Sp. Def and Speed.
BugStatus——20Beautifly, Bellossom, Butterfree, Dustox, Masquerain, Venomoth
Rage
Raises the user's Attack every time it is hit.
NormalPhysical2010020No learner published
Rage Fist
The more the user has been hit, the stronger the move.
GhostPhysical5010010Primeape
Rage Powder
Scatters powder to make foes attack only the user.
BugStatus——20Butterfree, Paras, Parasect
Raging Bull
Tackle that breaks barriers. User's form determines type.
NormalPhysical9010010Tauros
Raging Fury
A rampage of 2 to 3 turns that confuses the user.
FirePhysical9010010No learner published
Rain Dance
Boosts the power of Water- type moves for 5 turns.
WaterStatus——5TM18 Abandoned Ship Hidden Floor RoomsAzumarill, Blastoise, Castform, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Gorebyss, Gyarados, Horsea, Huntail, Kingdra, Lapras, Lotad, Ludicolo +18 more
Rapid Spin
User spins and removes some effects, while upping speed.
NormalPhysical2010040Baltoy, Blastoise, Claydol, Donphan, Forretress, Hitmontop, Pineco, Sandshrew, Sandslash, Squirtle, Starmie, Staryu, Torkoal, Wartortle
Razor Leaf
Cuts enemies with leaves. High critical-hit ratio.
GrassPhysical559525Bayleef, Bellsprout, Bulbasaur, Chikorita, Ivysaur, Leafeon, Meganium, Nuzleaf, Shiftry, Sunflora, Sunkern, Tropius, Venusaur, Victreebel +1 more
Razor Shell
Tears at the foe with sharp shells. May lower Defense.
WaterPhysical759510Cloyster, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Kingler, Krabby, Shellder
Razor Wind
A 2-turn move that strikes the foe on the 2nd turn.
NormalSpecial807510No learner published
Recover
Recovers up to half the user's maximum HP.
NormalStatus——20Alakazam, Celebi, Corsola, Deoxys, Ho-Oh, Kadabra, Latias, Latios, Lugia, Magcargo, Medicham, Meditite, Mewtwo, Milotic +6 more
Recycle
Recycles a used item for one more use.
NormalStatus——10Mr. Mime, Porygon, Porygon-Z, Porygon2, Snorlax
Reflect
Wall of light cuts physical damage for 5 turns.
PsychicStatus——20TM33 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Alakazam, Articuno, Bayleef, Chikorita, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Hoothoot, Kadabra, Ledian, Ledyba, Meganium, Mr. Mime, Noctowl, Raikou
Reflect Type
The user reflects the foe's type, copying it.
NormalStatus——15Gengar, Latias, Mew, Tentacruel
Refresh
Heals poisoning, paralysis, or a burn.
NormalStatus——20No learner published
Relic Song
Attacks with an ancient song. May induce sleep.
NormalSpecial7510010No learner published
Rest
The user sleeps for 2 turns, restoring HP and status.
PsychicStatus——10TM44 Harutel City Houses (from a person); Lilycove City House 2 (from a person)Barboach, Dewgong, Exploud, Furret, Groudon, Grumpig, Jigglypuff, Jirachi, Linoone, Loudred, Nosepass, Probopass, Rayquaza, Relicanth +17 more
Retaliate
An attack that does more damage if an ally fainted.
NormalPhysical701005Arcanine, Cubone, Growlithe, Marowak
Return
An attack that increases in power with friendship.
NormalPhysical—10020TM27 Fallarbor Town Cozmos House (from a person); Pacifidlog Town House 2 (from a person)No learner published
Revelation Dance
Dances with mystical power. Matches user's first type.
NormalSpecial9010015No learner published
Revenge
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FightingPhysical6010010Machamp, Machoke, Machop
Reversal
Inflicts more damage when the user's HP is down.
FightingPhysical—10015Arcanine, Blaziken, Combusken, Growlithe, Hariyama, Hitmonlee, Kangaskhan, Makuhita, Meditite, Swellow, Taillow, Torchic, Vigoroth
Revival Blessing
Revives a fainted party {PKMN} and restores half of its HP.
NormalStatus——1No learner published
Rising Voltage
This move's power doubles when on Electric Terrain.
ElectricSpecial7010020No learner published
Roar
Switches the foe out or ends wild battle.
NormalStatus—10020TM05 Route 114 (from a person); Hawam CityAerodactyl, Aggron, Arcanine, Aron, Electrike, Entei, Exploud, Granbull, Growlithe, Houndoom, Houndour, Lairon, Loudred, Manectric +6 more
Roar of Time
Powerful, but leaves the user immobile the next turn.
DragonSpecial150905No learner published
Rock Blast
Hurls boulders at the foe 2 to 5 times in a row.
RockPhysical258010Anorith, Armaldo, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Nosepass, Octillery, Omanyte, Omastar, Probopass, Rhydon, Rhyhorn, Rhyperior
Rock Climb
A charging attack that may confuse the foe.
NormalPhysical908520No learner published
Rock Polish
Polishes the body to sharply raise Speed.
RockStatus——20Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Lunatone, Onix, Solrock, Steelix
Rock Slide
Hits the foe with an avalanche of rocks.
RockPhysical759010Aerodactyl, Aggron, Aron, Camerupt, Lairon, Larvitar, Lunatone, Magcargo, Marshtomp, Mudkip, Nosepass, Onix, Probopass, Pupitar +8 more
Rock Smash
A rock-crushing attack that may lower Defense.
FightingPhysical2010015HM06 Kenkoria City Houses (from a person); Mauville City House 1 (from a person)Marshtomp, Mudkip, Swampert
Rock Throw
Throws small rocks to strike the foe.
RockPhysical506515Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Larvitar, Lunatone, Magcargo, Marshtomp, Mudkip, Nosepass, Onix, Pupitar, Regirock, Shuckle, Slugma +5 more
Rock Tomb
Stops the foe from moving with rocks and cuts Speed.
RockPhysical508010TM39 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Rustboro City Gym (from a person)Aggron, Aron, Baltoy, Claydol, Lairon, Sudowoodo
Rock Wrecker
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RockPhysical150905Rhyperior
Role Play
Mimics the target and copies its Ability.
PsychicStatus——10Alakazam, Banette, Kadabra, Mr. Mime, Shuppet, Stantler
Rolling Kick
A fast kick delivered from a rapid spin. May flinch.
FightingPhysical608515No learner published
Rollout
An attack lasting 5 turns with rising intensity.
RockPhysical309020Azumarill, Cyndaquil, Donphan, Dunsparce, Electrode, Forretress, Geodude, Graveler, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Marill, Miltank, Nuzleaf, Omanyte +14 more
Roost
Restores the user's HP by half of its max HP.
FlyingStatus——10Articuno, Dragonite, Dunsparce, Fearow, Hoothoot, Ledian, Ledyba, Mantine, Moltres, Noctowl, Pelipper, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey +4 more
Rototiller
Ups the Attack and Sp. Atk of Grass-type Pokémon.
GroundStatus——10No learner published
Round
A song that inflicts damage. Others can join in too.
NormalSpecial6010015Altaria, Jigglypuff, Swablu, Wigglytuff
Ruination
Summons a ruinous disaster and cuts half the foe's HP.
DarkSpecial—9010No learner published
Sacred Fire
A mystical fire attack that may inflict a burn.
FirePhysical100955Entei, Ho-Oh
Sacred Sword
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FightingPhysical9010020Gallade
Safeguard
Protects allies from status problems for 5 turns.
NormalStatus——25TM20 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Altaria, Bayleef, Butterfree, Chikorita, Chimecho, Dewgong, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Gorebyss, Ho-Oh, Ledian, Ledyba, Lugia +16 more
Salt Cure
Hurts foe every turn. Double damage to Steel and Water.
RockPhysical4010015No learner published
Sand Attack
Reduces the foe's accuracy by hurling sand in its face.
GroundStatus—10015Aipom, Blaziken, Cacnea, Cacturne, Combusken, Diglett, Dugtrio, Eevee, Espeon, Farfetch'd, Flareon, Flygon, Glaceon, Gligar +28 more
Sand Tomb
Traps and hurts the foe in quicksand for turns.
GroundPhysical157015Dugtrio, Flygon, Onix, Sandslash, Steelix, Trapinch, Vibrava
Sandsear Storm
Hits with brutally hot sand. May inflict a burn.
GroundSpecial95805No learner published
Sandstorm
Causes a sandstorm that rages for several turns.
RockStatus——10TM37 Route 111Baltoy, Cacnea, Cacturne, Claydol, Diglett, Dugtrio, Flygon, Larvitar, Nosepass, Onix, Probopass, Pupitar, Sandshrew, Sandslash +4 more
Sappy Seed
Giant stalk scatters seeds that drain HP every turn.
GrassPhysical9010015No learner published
Savage Spin-Out
Spits threads of silk to bind the foe. Power varies.
BugPhysical——1No learner published
Scald
Shoots boiling water at the foe. May inflict a burn.
WaterSpecial8010015No learner published
Scale Shot
Shoots scales 2 to 5 times. Ups Speed, lowers defense.
DragonPhysical259020No learner published
Scary Face
Frightens with a scary face to sharply reduce Speed.
NormalStatus—9010Aerodactyl, Ariados, Bagon, Carvanha, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Croconaw, Donphan, Entei, Feraligatr, Flareon, Granbull, Groudon +30 more
Scorching Sands
Throws scorching sand at the target. May leave a burn.
GroundSpecial7010010No learner published
Scratch
Scratches the foe with sharp claws.
NormalPhysical4010035Aipom, Blaziken, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Combusken, Croconaw, Diglett, Dugtrio, Feraligatr, Furret, Golduck, Kabuto, Kabutops +27 more
Screech
Emits a screech to sharply reduce the foe's Defense.
NormalStatus—8540Aipom, Arbok, Banette, Carvanha, Crobat, Croconaw, Dunsparce, Ekans, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrode, Elekid, Exploud, Feraligatr +46 more
Searing Shot
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FireSpecial1001005No learner published
Searing Sunraze Smash
Solgaleo attacks with full force. Ignores abilities.
SteelPhysical200—1No learner published
Secret Power
An attack with effects that vary by location.
NormalPhysical7010020TM43 Slateport City (shop)No learner published
Secret Sword
Cuts with a long horn that does physical damage.
FightingSpecial8510010No learner published
Seed Bomb
A barrage of hard seeds is fired at the foe.
GrassPhysical8010015Breloom, Bulbasaur, Exeggutor, Ivysaur, Shroomish, Sunkern, Venusaur
Seed Flare
Generates a shock wave that sharply reduces Sp. Def.
GrassSpecial120855No learner published
Seismic Toss
Inflicts damage identical to the user's level.
FightingPhysical—10020Hariyama, Machamp, Machoke, Machop, Makuhita, Mankey, Pinsir, Primeape
Self-Destruct
Inflicts severe damage but makes the user faint.
NormalPhysical1301005Baltoy, Claydol, Electrode, Forretress, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Koffing, Pineco, Voltorb, Weezing
Shadow Ball
Hurls a black blob that may lower the foe's Sp. Def.
GhostSpecial8010015TM30 Mt. Pyre 6FBanette, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Froslass, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Misdreavus, Sableye, Shedinja, Shuppet
Shadow Bone
Strikes with a haunted bone. Might drop Defense.
GhostPhysical8510010No learner published
Shadow Claw
Strikes with a shadow claw. High critical-hit ratio.
GhostPhysical7010015Kecleon, Sableye, Shedinja
Shadow Force
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GhostPhysical1201005No learner published
Shadow Punch
An unavoidable punch that is thrown from shadows.
GhostPhysical60—20Dusclops, Dusknoir, Gengar, Haunter
Shadow Sneak
Extends the user's shadow to strike first.
GhostPhysical4010030Ariados, Banette, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Kecleon, Sableye, Shedinja, Shuppet, Spinarak
Sharpen
Reduces the polygon count and raises Attack.
NormalStatus——30No learner published
Shattered Psyche
Controls the target to hurt it. Power varies.
PsychicPhysical——1No learner published
Shed Tail
Creates a Substitute for itself before switching out.
NormalStatus——10Sceptile
Sheer Cold
A chilling attack that causes fainting if it hits.
IceSpecial—305Articuno, Dewgong, Glalie, Kyogre, Lapras, Sealeo, Spheal, Suicune, Walrein
Shell Side Arm
Deals better of physical and special damage. May poison.
PoisonSpecial9010010No learner published
Shell Smash
Sharply raises Atk/Sp.Atk/ Speed, but drops Def/Sp.Def.
NormalStatus——15Blastoise, Clamperl, Cloyster, Gorebyss, Huntail, Magcargo, Omanyte, Omastar, Shellder, Shuckle, Squirtle, Torkoal, Wartortle
Shell Trap
Sets a shell trap that damages on contact.
FireSpecial1501005No learner published
Shelter
The user hardens their skin, sharply raising its Defense.
SteelStatus——10No learner published
Shift Gear
Rotates its gears to raise Attack and Speed.
SteelStatus——10No learner published
Shock Wave
A fast and unavoidable electric attack.
ElectricSpecial60—20TM34 Mauville City Gym (from a person)Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrike, Elekid, Manectric
Shore Up
Restores the user's HP. More HP in a sandstorm.
GroundStatus——10No learner published
Signal Beam
A strange beam attack that may confuse the foe.
BugSpecial7510015No learner published
Silk Trap
Protects itself, lowering Speed on contact.
BugStatus——10No learner published
Silver Wind
A powdery attack that may raise abilities.
BugSpecial601005No learner published
Simple Beam
A beam that changes the foe's Ability to Simple.
NormalStatus—10015Latios
Sing
A soothing song lulls the foe into a deep slumber.
NormalStatus—5515Altaria, Blissey, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Delcatty, Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, Jynx, Lapras, Skitty, Smoochum, Swablu +1 more
Sinister Arrow Raid
Decidueye shoots countless arrows with full force.
GhostPhysical180—1No learner published
Sizzly Slide
User cloaked in fire charges. Leaves the foe with a burn.
FirePhysical9010015No learner published
Sketch
Copies the foe's last move permanently.
NormalStatus——1Smeargle
Skill Swap
The user swaps special abilities with the target.
PsychicStatus——10TM48 Mt. Pyre Exterior; Tamarix CityDeoxys
Skitter Smack
User skitters behind foe to attack. Lowers foe's Sp. Atk.
BugPhysical709010No learner published
Skull Bash
Tucks in the head, then attacks on the next turn.
NormalPhysical10010015No learner published
Sky Attack
2-turn attack. High critical hit ratio, and may flinch.
FlyingPhysical140905Altaria, Ho-Oh, Lugia, Moltres, Noctowl, Togekiss
Sky Drop
Takes the foe into the sky then drops it the next turn.
FlyingPhysical6010010No learner published
Sky Uppercut
An uppercut thrown as if leaping into the sky.
FightingPhysical859015No learner published
Slack Off
Slacks off and restores half the maximum HP.
NormalStatus——10Slaking, Slakoth, Slowbro, Slowking, Slowpoke
Slam
Slams the foe with a long tail, vine, etc.
NormalPhysical807520Azumarill, Azurill, Bellsprout, Donphan, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Furret, Grovyle, Kingler, Krabby, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Marill +12 more
Slash
Slashes with claws, etc. Has a high critical-hit ratio.
NormalPhysical7010020Absol, Anorith, Armaldo, Blaziken, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Combusken, Croconaw, Diglett, Dugtrio, Farfetch'd, Feraligatr, Gallade +23 more
Sleep Powder
Scatters a powder that may cause the foe to sleep.
GrassStatus—7515Bellossom, Bellsprout, Bulbasaur, Butterfree, Gloom, Hoppip, Ivysaur, Jumpluff, Oddish, Skiploom, Tangela, Tangrowth, Venomoth, Venonat +4 more
Sleep Talk
Uses an available move randomly while asleep.
NormalStatus——10Exploud, Loudred, Snorlax, Whismur
Sludge
Sludge is hurled to inflict damage. May also poison.
PoisonSpecial6510020Grimer, Gulpin, Koffing, Muk, Swalot, Weezing
Sludge Bomb
Sludge is hurled to inflict damage. May also poison.
PoisonSpecial9010010TM36 Dewford Town Hall (from a person)Arbok, Ekans, Grimer, Gulpin, Koffing, Muk, Seviper, Swalot, Weezing
Sludge Wave
Swamps all others with a wave of sludge. May also poison.
PoisonSpecial9510010Grimer, Muk, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Tentacool, Tentacruel
Smack Down
Throws a rock to knock the foe down to the ground.
RockPhysical5010015Anorith, Armaldo, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Larvitar, Onix, Pupitar, Rhydon, Rhyhorn, Rhyperior, Steelix, Tyranitar
Smart Strike
Hits with an accurate horn that never misses.
SteelPhysical70—10Rapidash
Smelling Salts
Powerful against paralyzed foes, but also heals them.
NormalPhysical6010010No learner published
Smog
An exhaust-gas attack that may also poison.
PoisonSpecial207020Flareon, Houndoom, Houndour, Koffing, Magby, Magcargo, Magmar, Magmortar, Slugma, Torkoal, Weezing
Smokescreen
Lowers the foe's accuracy using smoke, ink, etc.
NormalStatus—10020Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Cyndaquil, Entei, Horsea, Kingdra, Koffing, Magby, Magmar, Magmortar, Quilava, Seadra, Torkoal +2 more
Snap Trap
Snares the target in a snap trap for four to five turns.
GrassPhysical3510015No learner published
Snarl
Yells and rants at the foe lowering its Sp. Atk.
DarkSpecial559515Mightyena, Umbreon
Snatch
Steals the effects of the move the target uses next.
DarkStatus——10TM49 S.S. Tidal Rooms (from a person)No learner published
Snipe Shot
The user ignores effects that draw in moves.
WaterSpecial8010015No learner published
Snore
A loud attack that can only be used asleep. May flinch.
NormalSpecial4010015Barboach, Grumpig, Sealeo, Snorlax, Spheal, Spoink, Teddiursa, Ursaring, Walrein, Whiscash
Snowscape
Summons a snowstorm that lasts for five turns.
IceStatus——10Articuno, Dewgong, Froslass, Glaceon, Glalie, Seel, Snorunt
Soak
Sprays water at the foe, changing it to Water type.
WaterStatus—10020Goldeen, Golduck, Luvdisc, Masquerain, Octillery, Pelipper, Psyduck, Remoraid, Seaking, Surskit, Wailord
Soft-Boiled
Recovers up to half the user's maximum HP.
NormalStatus——10Blissey, Chansey
Solar Beam
Absorbs light in one turn, then attacks next turn.
GrassSpecial12010010TM22 Safari Zone NorthwestBayleef, Bulbasaur, Chikorita, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Groudon, Ivysaur, Meganium, Solrock, Sunflora, Sunkern, Tropius, Venusaur
Solar Blade
Charges first turn, then chops with a blade of light.
GrassPhysical12510010No learner published
Sonic Boom
Launches shock waves that always inflict 20 HP damage.
NormalSpecial—9020No learner published
Soul-Stealing 7-Star Strike
Marshadow punches and kicks with full force.
GhostPhysical195—1No learner published
Spacial Rend
Tears the foe, and space. High critical-hit ratio.
DragonSpecial100955No learner published
Spark
An electrified tackle that may paralyze the foe.
ElectricPhysical6510020Chinchou, Electrode, Lanturn, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Minun, Nosepass, Pikachu, Plusle, Probopass, Raichu, Raikou, Voltorb
Sparkling Aria
Sings with bubbles. Cures burns on contact.
WaterSpecial9010010No learner published
Sparkly Swirl
Wrap foe with whirlwind of scent. Heals party's status.
FairySpecial9010015No learner published
Spectral Thief
Steals the target's stat boosts, then attacks.
GhostPhysical9010010No learner published
Speed Swap
Swaps user's Speed with the target's.
PsychicStatus——10No learner published
Spicy Extract
Sharply ups target's Attack, harshly lowers its Defense.
GrassStatus——15No learner published
Spider Web
Ensnares the foe to stop it from fleeing or switching.
BugStatus——10No learner published
Spike Cannon
Launches sharp spikes that strike 2 to 5 times.
NormalPhysical2010015No learner published
Spikes
Sets spikes that hurt a foe switching in.
GroundStatus——20Cacnea, Cacturne, Cloyster, Forretress, Pineco, Qwilfish, Skarmory
Spiky Shield
Evades attack, and damages the foe if struck.
GrassStatus——10Cacturne
Spin Out
Furiously strains its legs. Harshly lowers user's Speed.
SteelPhysical1001005No learner published
Spirit Break
Attacks with spirit-breaking force. Lowers Sp. Atk.
FairyPhysical7510015No learner published
Spirit Shackle
After being hit, foes can no longer escape.
GhostPhysical8010010No learner published
Spit Up
Releases stockpiled power (the more the better).
NormalSpecial—10010Arbok, Cradily, Ekans, Gulpin, Jigglypuff, Lanturn, Lileep, Mawile, Pelipper, Qwilfish, Swalot, Victreebel, Wigglytuff
Spite
Spitefully cuts the PP of foe's last move by 2-5.
GhostStatus—10010Banette, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Ninetales, Shedinja, Shuppet, Vulpix
Splash
It's just a splash... Has no effect whatsoever.
NormalStatus——40Azurill, Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Feebas, Grumpig, Gyarados, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Magikarp, Milotic, Skiploom, Spoink, Wailmer +3 more
Splintered Stormshards
Lycanroc attacks with full force. Removes all terrain.
RockPhysical190—1No learner published
Splishy Splash
A huge electrified wave that may paralyze the foes.
WaterSpecial9010015No learner published
Spore
Scatters a cloud of spores that always induce sleep.
GrassStatus—10015Breloom, Paras, Parasect, Shroomish
Spotlight
Makes the foe attack the spotlighted Pokémon.
NormalStatus——15No learner published
Springtide Storm
Wraps a foe in fierce winds. Varies with the user's form.
FairySpecial95805No learner published
Stealth Rock
Sets floating stones that hurt a foe switching in.
RockStatus——20Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Onix, Steelix
Steam Eruption
Immerses the foe in heated steam. May inflict a burn.
WaterSpecial110955No learner published
Steamroller
Crushes the foe with its body. May cause flinching.
BugPhysical6510020No learner published
Steel Beam
Fires a beam of steel from its body. It hurts the user.
SteelSpecial140955No learner published
Steel Roller
Destroys terrain. Fails if ground isn't terrain.
SteelPhysical1301005No learner published
Steel Wing
Strikes the foe with hard wings spread wide.
SteelPhysical709025TM47 Granite Cave Steven's Room (from a person); Jebus City Gym (from a person)Skarmory
Sticky Web
Weaves a sticky net that slows foes switching in.
BugStatus——20Ariados, Shuckle, Spinarak, Surskit
Stockpile
Charges up power for up to 3 turns.
NormalStatus——10Arbok, Cradily, Ekans, Gulpin, Jigglypuff, Lanturn, Lileep, Mawile, Pelipper, Qwilfish, Snorlax, Swalot, Victreebel, Wigglytuff
Stoked Sparksurfer
Alolan Raichu attacks with full force. Causes paralysis.
ElectricSpecial175—1No learner published
Stomp
Stomps the enemy with a big foot. May cause flinching.
NormalPhysical6510020Entei, Exeggutor, Exploud, Girafarig, Kangaskhan, Kingler, Krabby, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Loudred, Miltank, Ponyta, Rapidash, Regice +8 more
Stomping Tantrum
Stomps around angrily. Stronger after a failure.
GroundPhysical7510010Cubone, Donphan, Larvitar, Mankey, Marowak, Primeape, Pupitar, Tyranitar
Stone Axe
Sets sharp rocks that hurt the foe.
RockPhysical659015No learner published
Stone Edge
Stabs the foe with stones. High critical-hit ratio.
RockPhysical100805Aerodactyl, Geodude, Golem, Graveler, Kabuto, Kabutops, Larvitar, Lunatone, Nosepass, Onix, Probopass, Pupitar, Regirock, Rhydon +7 more
Stored Power
The higher the user's stats the more damage caused.
PsychicSpecial2010010Chimecho, Clefable, Clefairy, Latias, Latios, Natu, Xatu
Storm Throw
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FightingPhysical4010010Pinsir
Strange Steam
Emits a strange steam to potentially confuse the foe.
FairySpecial909510No learner published
Strength
Builds enormous power, then slams the foe.
NormalPhysical8010015HM04 Manara Cave (from a person); Rusturf Tunnel (from a person)Machamp, Machoke, Machop, Pinsir
Strength Sap
Saps the foe's Attack to heal HP, then drops Attack.
GrassStatus—10010No learner published
String Shot
Binds the foe with string to reduce its Speed.
BugStatus—9540Ariados, Beautifly, Beedrill, Butterfree, Caterpie, Dustox, Spinarak, Weedle, Wurmple
Struggle
Used only if all PP are gone. Also hurts the user a little.
NormalPhysical5010010No learner published
Struggle Bug
Resisting, the user attacks the foes. Lowers Sp. Atk.
BugSpecial3010020Illumise, Ledian, Ledyba, Shuckle, Volbeat
Stuff Cheeks
Consumes the user's Berry, then sharply raises Def.
NormalStatus——10No learner published
Stun Spore
Scatters a powder that may paralyze the foe.
GrassStatus—7530Beautifly, Bellossom, Bellsprout, Breloom, Butterfree, Gloom, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Masquerain, Oddish, Paras, Parasect, Roselia, Roserade +8 more
Submission
A reckless body slam that also hurts the user.
FightingPhysical808025Pinsir
Substitute
Creates a decoy using 1/4 of the user's maximum HP.
NormalStatus——10Kecleon
Subzero Slammer
Drops the temp and freezes the target. Power varies.
IcePhysical——1No learner published
Sucker Punch
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DarkPhysical801005Absol, Ariados, Banette, Cacnea, Cacturne, Diglett, Dugtrio, Furret, Gastly, Gengar, Haunter, Hitmonlee, Hitmontop, Huntail +18 more
Sunny Day
Boosts the power of Fire- type moves for 5 turns.
FireStatus——5TM11 Scorched Slab; Victory Road NorthCastform, Entei, Ho-Oh, Leafeon, Magby, Magmar, Magmortar, Moltres, Nuzleaf, Seedot, Shiftry, Sunflora, Sunkern
Sunsteel Strike
A sun-fueled strike that ignores abilities.
SteelPhysical1001005No learner published
Super Fang
Attacks with sharp fangs and cuts half the foe's HP.
NormalPhysical—9010Raticate, Rattata
Supercell Slam
An electrified slam. If it misses, the user is hurt.
ElectricPhysical1009515No learner published
Superpower
Boosts strength sharply, but lowers abilities.
FightingPhysical1201005Azumarill, Croconaw, Feraligatr, Flygon, Marill, Nidoqueen, Pinsir, Regice, Regirock, Registeel, Totodile, Trapinch, Vibrava
Supersonic
Emits bizarre sound waves that may confuse the foe.
NormalStatus—5520Aerodactyl, Butterfree, Chinchou, Cloyster, Crobat, Exploud, Flygon, Golbat, Goldeen, Lanturn, Ledian, Ledyba, Lickilicky, Lickitung +21 more
Supersonic Skystrike
Soars up and plummets toward the target. Power varies.
FlyingPhysical——1No learner published
Surf
Creates a huge wave, then crashes it down on the foes.
WaterSpecial9510015HM03 Petalburg City Wally's House (from a person); Route H (from a person)Milotic, Mudkip, Omanyte, Omastar, Sealeo, Slowbro, Slowking, Slowpoke, Spheal, Starmie, Staryu, Suicune, Swampert, Tentacool +2 more
Surging Strikes
Mastering the Water style, strikes with 3 critical hits.
WaterPhysical251005No learner published
Swagger
Confuses the foe, but also sharply raises its Attack.
NormalStatus—9015Carvanha, Drowzee, Entei, Hypno, Mankey, Mightyena, Nuzleaf, Politoed, Poochyena, Primeape, Sealeo, Seviper, Sharpedo, Shiftry +4 more
Swallow
Absorbs stockpiled power and restores HP.
NormalStatus——10Arbok, Cradily, Ekans, Gulpin, Jigglypuff, Lanturn, Lileep, Mawile, Pelipper, Snorlax, Swalot, Victreebel, Wigglytuff
Sweet Kiss
Demands a kiss with a cute look. May cause confusion.
FairyStatus—7510Blissey, Chansey, Clefable, Clefairy, Cleffa, Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, Jynx, Luvdisc, Pichu, Pikachu, Raichu, Smoochum, Togekiss +3 more
Sweet Scent
Allures the foes to reduce evasiveness.
NormalStatus—10020Bayleef, Bellossom, Bellsprout, Bulbasaur, Chikorita, Gloom, Illumise, Ivysaur, Masquerain, Mawile, Meganium, Oddish, Roselia, Roserade +8 more
Swift
Sprays star-shaped rays that never miss.
NormalSpecial60—20Aipom, Crawdaunt, Cyndaquil, Eevee, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrode, Elekid, Espeon, Flareon, Glaceon, Jirachi, Jolteon, Leafeon +14 more
Switcheroo
Swaps items with the foe faster than the eye can see.
DarkStatus—10010Hypno, Linoone, Minun, Persian, Plusle, Zangoose
Swords Dance
A fighting dance that sharply raises Attack.
NormalStatus——30Absol, Ariados, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Dodrio, Doduo, Farfetch'd, Gallade, Gligar, Gliscor, Heracross, Kingler, Krabby, Leafeon +8 more
Synchronoise
An odd shock wave that only damages same-type {PKMN}.
PsychicSpecial7010015No learner published
Synthesis
Restores HP. The amount varies with the weather.
GrassStatus——5Bayleef, Bulbasaur, Chikorita, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Hoppip, Ivysaur, Jumpluff, Leafeon, Meganium, Nuzleaf, Roselia, Roserade, Seedot +5 more
Syrup Bomb
Lowers the foe's speed each turn for 3 turns.
GrassSpecial608510No learner published
Tachyon Cutter
Launches particle blades at the target. Strikes twice.
SteelSpecial50—10No learner published
Tackle
Charges the foe with a full- body tackle.
NormalPhysical359535Aggron, Ampharos, Aron, Azumarill, Bayleef, Beautifly, Beldum, Blastoise, Breloom, Bulbasaur, Butterfree, Camerupt, Castform, Caterpie +125 more
Tail Glow
Flashes a light that sharply raises Sp. Atk.
BugStatus——20Volbeat
Tail Slap
Strikes the foe with its tail 2 to 5 times.
NormalPhysical258510No learner published
Tail Whip
Wags the tail to lower the foe's Defense.
NormalStatus—10030Aipom, Azumarill, Azurill, Blastoise, Blissey, Chansey, Cubone, Delcatty, Eevee, Espeon, Flareon, Glaceon, Goldeen, Golduck +38 more
Tailwind
Whips up a breeze, doubling ally Speed for 4 turns.
FlyingStatus——30Articuno, Butterfree, Crobat, Latias, Latios, Pelipper, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Suicune, Xatu
Take Down
A reckless charge attack that also hurts the user.
NormalPhysical908520Aerodactyl, Aggron, Altaria, Ampharos, Arcanine, Aron, Beldum, Blissey, Bulbasaur, Camerupt, Carvanha, Chansey, Chimecho, Chinchou +49 more
Take Heart
The user lifts its spirits to heal and strengthen itself.
PsychicStatus——10No learner published
Tar Shot
Lowers the foe's Speed and makes it weak to Fire.
RockStatus—10015No learner published
Taunt
Taunts the foe into only using attack moves.
DarkStatus—10020TM12 Route 110 Trick House End (from a person); Route 110 Trick House Entrance (from a person)Absol, Corphish, Crawdaunt, Mawile, Meowth, Mightyena, Murkrow, Persian, Poochyena, Sneasel, Zangoose
Tearful Look
The user tears up, dropping Attack and Sp. Attack.
NormalStatus——20Sudowoodo
Teatime
All Pokémon have teatime and eat their Berries.
NormalStatus——10No learner published
Techno Blast
The type varies with the kind of Drive held.
NormalSpecial851005No learner published
Tectonic Rage
Burrows deep and slams into the target. Power varies.
GroundPhysical——1No learner published
Teeter Dance
Confuses all Pokémon on the scene.
NormalStatus—10020Grumpig, Lombre, Ludicolo, Mr. Mime, Spinda
Telekinesis
Makes the foe float. It is easier to hit for 3 turns.
PsychicStatus——15No learner published
Teleport
A psychic move for fleeing from battle instantly.
PsychicStatus——20Abra, Alakazam, Claydol, Deoxys, Gallade, Gardevoir, Kadabra, Kirlia, Natu, Ralts, Xatu
Temper Flare
A desperation attack. Power doubles if last move failed.
FirePhysical7510010No learner published
Tera Blast
If the user's Terastallized, it hits with its Tera type.
NormalSpecial8010010No learner published
Tera Starstorm
In Terapagos's Stellar Form, it hits all foes.
NormalSpecial1201005No learner published
Terrain Pulse
Type and power changes depending on the terrain.
NormalSpecial5010010No learner published
Thief
While attacking, it may steal the foe's held item.
DarkPhysical4010010TM46 Slateport City Oceanic Museum 1F (from a person)Kecleon, Mightyena
Thousand Arrows
Can hit Flying foes, then knocks them to the ground.
GroundPhysical9010010No learner published
Thousand Waves
Those hit by the wave can no longer escape.
GroundPhysical9010010No learner published
Thrash
A rampage of 2 to 3 turns that confuses the user.
NormalPhysical9010020Croconaw, Cubone, Dodrio, Doduo, Feraligatr, Gyarados, Heracross, Larvitar, Mamoswine, Mankey, Marowak, Piloswine, Primeape, Pupitar +7 more
Throat Chop
Chops the throat to disable sound moves for 2 turns.
DarkPhysical8010015Heracross, Slaking, Slakoth, Vigoroth
Thunder
A lightning attack that may cause paralysis.
ElectricSpecial1207010TM25 Harutel City Department Store 4F (shop); Lilycove City Department Store 4F (shop)Ampharos, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrike, Elekid, Flaaffy, Jolteon, Manectric, Mareep, Minun, Pikachu, Plusle, Raichu, Raikou +1 more
Thunder Cage
Traps the foe in a cage of electricity for turns.
ElectricSpecial809015No learner published
Thunder Fang
May cause flinching or leave the foe paralyzed.
ElectricPhysical659515Arbok, Donphan, Electrike, Exploud, Gliscor, Granbull, Houndoom, Jolteon, Manectric, Mightyena, Raikou, Snubbull, Steelix, Tyranitar
Thunder Punch
An electrified punch that may paralyze the foe.
ElectricPhysical7510015Ampharos, Dragonite, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Electabuzz, Electivire, Elekid, Hitmonchan, Medicham, Raichu
Thunder Shock
An electrical attack that may paralyze the foe.
ElectricSpecial4010030Ampharos, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrode, Elekid, Flaaffy, Jolteon, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Mareep, Pichu, Pikachu, Porygon +6 more
Thunder Wave
A weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the foe.
ElectricStatus—10020Ampharos, Chinchou, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Electabuzz, Electivire, Electrike, Elekid, Flaaffy, Jolteon, Lanturn, Magnemite, Magneton +10 more
Thunderbolt
A strong electrical attack that may paralyze the foe.
ElectricSpecial9510015TM24 Harutel City Gym (from a person); Kenkoria City Game Corner (from a person); Mauville City (from a person); Mauville City Game Corner (from a person)Electabuzz, Electivire, Elekid, Pikachu, Raichu
Thunderclap
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ElectricSpecial701005No learner published
Thunderous Kick
Uses a lightning-like kick to hit. Lowers foe's Defense.
FightingPhysical9010010No learner published
Tickle
Makes the foe laugh to lower Attack and Defense.
NormalStatus—10020Aipom, Tangela, Tangrowth, Whiscash
Tidy Up
User tidies up hazards and raises its Attack and Speed.
NormalStatus——10No learner published
Topsy-Turvy
Swaps all stat changes that affect the target.
DarkStatus—10020No learner published
Torch Song
Flames scorch the target. Boosts the user's Sp. Atk.
FireSpecial8010010No learner published
Torment
Torments the foe and stops successive use of a move.
DarkStatus—10015TM41 Slateport City Battle Tent Lobby (from a person)Houndoom, Houndour, Murkrow, Nuzleaf, Shiftry
Toxic
Poisons the foe with an intensifying toxin.
PoisonStatus—8510TM06 Fiery PathBellossom, Breloom, Crobat, Dustox, Gloom, Grimer, Gulpin, Koffing, Muk, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Nidorina +11 more
Toxic Spikes
Sets spikes that poison a foe switching in.
PoisonStatus——20Beedrill, Cloyster, Forretress, Nidoking, Nidoqueen, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Nidorina, Nidorino, Qwilfish, Roselia, Roserade
Toxic Thread
Attacks with a thread that poisons and drops Speed.
PoisonStatus—10020Ariados, Spinarak
Trailblaze
The user attacks suddenly, raising its Speed.
GrassPhysical5010020No learner published
Transform
Alters the user's cells to become a copy of the foe.
NormalStatus——10Ditto, Mew
Tri Attack
A triangular field of energy is created and launched.
NormalSpecial8010010Dodrio, Dugtrio, Magneton, Magnezone, Porygon, Porygon-Z, Porygon2, Probopass, Togekiss
Trick
Tricks the foe into trading held items.
PsychicStatus—10010Banette, Shuppet
Trick Room
Slower Pokémon get to move first for 5 turns.
PsychicStatus——5Porygon-Z
Trick-or-Treat
Goes trick-or-treating, adding Ghost type to foe.
GhostStatus—10020No learner published
Triple Arrows
High critical hit ratio. May lower Defense or flinch.
FightingPhysical5010015No learner published
Triple Axel
A 3-kick attack that gets more powerful with each hit.
IcePhysical209010No learner published
Triple Dive
Hits target with splashes of water 3 times in a row.
WaterPhysical309510No learner published
Triple Kick
Kicks the foe 3 times in a row with rising intensity.
FightingPhysical109010Hitmontop
Trop Kick
An intense kick from the tropics. Lowers Attack.
GrassPhysical7010015No learner published
Trump Card
The less PP the move has the more damage it does.
NormalSpecial——5No learner published
Twin Beam
Mystical eye-beams that hit the target twice in a row.
PsychicSpecial4010010Girafarig
Twineedle
Foreleg stingers jab foe twice. May poison.
BugPhysical2510020No learner published
Twinkle Tackle
Toys with the target in a charming space. Power varies.
FairyPhysical——1No learner published
Twister
Whips up a vicious twister to tear at foes. May flinch.
DragonSpecial4010020Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Gyarados, Horsea, Kingdra, Milotic, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Rayquaza, Seadra
U-turn
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BugPhysical7010020Gligar, Gliscor, Hoppip, Jumpluff, Skiploom, Yanma, Yanmega
Upper Hand
Makes the target flinch if readying a priority move.
FightingPhysical6510015No learner published
Uproar
Causes an uproar for 3 turns and prevents sleep.
NormalSpecial5010010Chimecho, Dodrio, Doduo, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Exploud, Flygon, Hoothoot, Loudred, Noctowl, Spinda, Vibrava, Vigoroth, Whismur +2 more
V-create
Very powerful, but lowers Defense, Sp. Def and Speed.
FirePhysical180955No learner published
Vacuum Wave
Whirls its fists to send a wave that strikes first.
FightingSpecial4010030Hitmonchan
Veevee Volley
Eevee's love increases its power. It never misses.
NormalPhysical——20No learner published
Venom Drench
Lowers the Attack, Sp. Atk and Speed of poisoned foes.
PoisonStatus—10020Roserade
Venoshock
Does double damage if the foe is poisoned.
PoisonSpecial6510010Beedrill, Crobat, Dustox, Golbat, Seviper, Zubat
Victory Dance
Dances to raise Attack, Defense and Speed.
FightingStatus——20No learner published
Vine Whip
Strikes the foe with slender, whiplike vines.
GrassPhysical3510010Bellsprout, Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, Tangela, Tangrowth, Venusaur, Victreebel, Weepinbell
Vise Grip
Grips the foe with large and powerful pincers.
NormalPhysical5510030Pinsir
Vital Throw
Makes the user's move last, but it never misses.
FightingPhysical70—10Machamp, Machoke, Machop, Pinsir
Volt Switch
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ElectricSpecial7010020No learner published
Volt Tackle
A life-risking tackle that slightly hurts the user.
ElectricPhysical12010015No learner published
Wake-Up Slap
Powerful against sleeping foes, but also wakes them.
FightingPhysical6010010No learner published
Water Gun
Squirts water to attack the foe.
WaterSpecial4010025Anorith, Armaldo, Azumarill, Azurill, Barboach, Blastoise, Castform, Chinchou, Clamperl, Cloyster, Corphish, Corsola, Crawdaunt, Croconaw +57 more
Water Pledge
Attacks with a column of water. May make a rainbow.
WaterSpecial5010010No learner published
Water Pulse
Attacks with ultrasonic waves. May confuse the foe.
WaterSpecial6010020TM03 Ptolemais City Gym 1F (from a person); Sootopolis City Gym 1F (from a person)Barboach, Blastoise, Goldeen, Golduck, Gorebyss, Horsea, Huntail, Kingdra, Kyogre, Lapras, Luvdisc, Mantine, Marshtomp, Milotic +21 more
Water Shuriken
Throws 2 to 5 stars that are sure to strike first.
WaterPhysical1510020No learner published
Water Sport
The user becomes soaked to weaken all Fire moves.
WaterStatus——15No learner published
Water Spout
Inflicts more damage if the user's HP is high.
WaterSpecial1501005Kyogre, Wailmer, Wailord
Waterfall
Charges with speed to climb waterfalls. May flinch.
WaterPhysical8010015HM07 Sootopolis City (from a person); Tamarix City Houses (from a person)Goldeen, Gyarados, Seaking
Wave Crash
A slam shrouded in water. It also hurts the user.
WaterPhysical7510010Blastoise, Kingdra, Squirtle, Wartortle
Weather Ball
The move's type and power change with the weather.
NormalSpecial5010010Castform, Glalie, Ho-Oh, Lugia, Snorunt
Whirlpool
Traps and hurts the foe in a whirlpool for turns.
WaterSpecial157015Clamperl, Cloyster, Gorebyss, Gyarados, Huntail, Kingdra, Shellder, Wailmer, Wailord
Whirlwind
Blows away the foe, switches it out or ends wild battle.
NormalStatus—8520Beautifly, Butterfree, Dustox, Hariyama, Ho-Oh, Lugia, Makuhita, Masquerain, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Shiftry, Tropius
Wicked Blow
Mastering the Dark style, strikes with a critical hit.
DarkPhysical801005No learner published
Wicked Torque
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DarkPhysical8010010No learner published
Wide Guard
Evades wide-ranging attacks for one turn.
RockStatus——10Gallade, Hitmonlee, Hitmontop, Kingler, Machamp, Mantine, Mr. Mime, Probopass, Tropius
Wild Charge
An electrical tackle that also hurts the user.
ElectricPhysical9010015Electrike, Manectric
Wildbolt Storm
Hits with a brutal tempest. May inflict paralysis.
ElectricSpecial95805No learner published
Will-O-Wisp
Inflicts a burn on the foe with intense fire.
FireStatus—7515Banette, Dusclops, Dusknoir, Duskull, Froslass, Ninetales, Shuppet, Vulpix
Wing Attack
Strikes the foe with wings spread wide.
FlyingPhysical3510035Aerodactyl, Dragonite, Fearow, Mantine, Moltres, Murkrow, Pelipper, Pidgeot, Pidgeotto, Pidgey, Scizor, Scyther, Skarmory, Spearow +4 more
Wish
A wish that restores HP. It takes time to work.
NormalStatus——10Gardevoir, Illumise, Jirachi, Latias, Luvdisc, Natu, Togekiss, Togepi, Togetic, Xatu
Withdraw
Withdraws the body into its hard shell to raise Defense.
WaterStatus——40Blastoise, Cloyster, Omanyte, Omastar, Shellder, Shuckle, Slowbro, Squirtle, Torkoal, Wartortle
Wonder Room
Defense and Sp. Def stats are swapped for 5 turns.
PsychicStatus——10Golduck, Psyduck, Solrock
Wood Hammer
Slams the body into a foe. The user gets hurt too.
GrassPhysical12010015Exeggutor, Sudowoodo
Work Up
The user is roused. Ups Attack and Sp. Atk.
NormalStatus——30Medicham, Meditite, Tauros
Worry Seed
Plants a seed on the foe giving it Insomnia.
GrassStatus—10010Breloom, Bulbasaur, Exeggcute, Exeggutor, Ivysaur, Roselia, Roserade, Sunflora, Sunkern, Venusaur
Wrap
Wraps and squeezes the foe times with vines, etc.
NormalPhysical158520Arbok, Bellsprout, Chimecho, Cradily, Deoxys, Dragonair, Dragonite, Dratini, Ekans, Lickilicky, Lickitung, Lileep, Milotic, Octillery +5 more
Wring Out
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NormalSpecial1201005No learner published
X-Scissor
Slashes the foe with crossed scythes, claws, etc.
BugPhysical8010015Anorith, Armaldo, Gligar, Gliscor, Grovyle, Ninjask, Paras, Parasect, Pinsir, Sceptile, Scizor, Scyther, Zangoose
Yawn
Lulls the foe into yawning, then sleeping next turn.
NormalStatus——10Camerupt, Chimecho, Dunsparce, Gulpin, Kingdra, Magcargo, Mightyena, Poochyena, Quagsire, Relicanth, Slaking, Slakoth, Slowbro, Slowking +8 more
Zap Cannon
Powerful and sure to cause paralysis, but inaccurate.
ElectricSpecial100505Ampharos, Forretress, Magnemite, Magneton, Magnezone, Nosepass, Porygon, Porygon-Z, Porygon2, Probopass, Raikou, Regice, Regirock, Registeel +1 more
Zen Headbutt
Hits with a strong head- butt. May cause flinching.
PsychicPhysical809015Bagon, Deoxys, Drowzee, Golduck, Grumpig, Hypno, Illumise, Jirachi, Latias, Latios, Lombre, Lotad, Ludicolo, Medicham +17 more
Zing Zap
An electrified impact that can cause flinching.
ElectricPhysical8010010No learner published
Zippy Zap
Electric bursts always go first and land a critical hit.
ElectricPhysical5010015No learner published