Special move

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Special attack redirects here. For the Special Attack stat, seeStat → Special Attack.
Damage categories
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Ice Beam is an example of a special move.

Aspecial move (Japanese:特殊技(とくしゅわざ)special move), sometimes referred to as aspecial attack (Japanese:特殊攻撃(とくしゅこうげき)special attack), is one of the threecategories ofmoves and one of the two that inflictdamage.

InGeneration I, special moves cause damage depending on theSpecial stats of both the attackingPokémon and the defending Pokémon. In later generations, special moves typically deal damage depending on theSpecial Attack stat of the attacking Pokémon and theSpecial Defense stat of the defending Pokémon. However, a small number of special moves introduced inGeneration V actually deal damage calculated with the defending Pokémon'sDefense instead of its Special Defense stat.

While most special moves do not makecontact, some do. For example,Grass Knot makes contact despite being a special move.

Terminology

Prior toGeneration IX, this category of moves was named "special attack" in descriptions of some moves (such asLight Screen andMirror Coat) and Abilities (such asFlare Boost). The term "special attack" is also used at the Exchange Service Corner from theBattle Frontier inPokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.

Generations I-III

BeforeGeneration IV, amove's damage category was determined by itstype. All damaging moves of the following types are special moves:

FireWaterGrassElectricPsychicIceDragonDark

Hidden Power andWeather Ball are the only moves that can be either category, due to being able to changetype.

Shadow moves

The followingShadow moves are special moves:

GameMovePowerAccuracyRangeDescription
XDShadow Bolt75100%
  
  
Normal
A shadowy thunder attack that may paralyze.
XDShadow Chill75100%
  
  
Normal
A shadowy ice attack that may freeze.
XDShadow Fire75100%
  
  
Normal
A shadowy fireball attack that may inflict a burn.
XDShadow Rave70100%
  
  
Other Side
A shadowy aura in the ground is used to launch spikes.
XDShadow Storm95100%
  
  
Other Side
A shadowy aura is used to whip up a vicious tornado.
XDShadow Wave50100%
  
  
Other Side
Shadowy aura waves are loosed to inflict damage.
All details are accurate to Pokémon XD. For details that have changed between games, please see an individual move's page. Target data assumes user is in the lower left.

Generation IV onward

FromGeneration IV onward, most damagingmoves of the precedingtypes are special moves, except forDark, which has only three.

Generation V also introduced three moves categorized as special moves but that deal physical damage. That is, they use the user's Special Attack and the target's Defense to calculate damage. These moves arePsyshock,Psystrike, andSecret Sword. The movePhoton Geyser becomes physical if the user's attack stat is higher that its special attack.Shell Side Arm can become physical if it determines it would deal more damage that way after comparing the stats of the user and the target.

Z-Moves,Max Moves,G-Max Moves, andTera Blast can become special depending on use.

Abilities affecting special moves

NameDescriptionGeneration
Flare BoostPowers up special moves when the Pokémon is burned.V
BatteryPowers up ally Pokémon's special moves.VII
Ice ScalesThe Pokémon is protected by ice scales, which halve the damage taken from special moves.VIII

Moves affecting special moves

NameDescriptionGeneration
Light ScreenA wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from special attacks for five turns.I
Mirror CoatA retaliation move that counters any special attack, inflicting double the damage taken.II
Aurora VeilThis move reduces damage from physical and special moves for five turns. This can be used only in a hailstorm.VII
Shell Side ArmThis move inflicts physical or special damage, whichever will be more effective. This may also poison the target.VIII

List of moves

GenMoveTypeContestPowerAccuracyPPRangeDescription
VII10,000,000 Volt ThunderboltElectric195195000—%011(max 1)
   
   
Normal
The user, Pikachu wearing a cap, powers up a jolt of electricity using its Z-Power and unleashes it. Critical hits land more easily.
IAbsorbGrassClever02020100100%2525(max 40)
   
   
Normal
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
IAcidPoisonClever04040100100%3030(max 48)
   
   
Many Others
Opposing Pokémon are attacked with a spray of harsh acid. This may also lower their Sp. Def stats.
VAcid SprayPoisonBeautiful04040100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user spits fluid that works to melt the target. This harshly lowers the target's Sp. Def stat.
IIAeroblastFlyingCool10010009595%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
A vortex of air is shot at the target to inflict damage. Critical hits land more easily.
IIIAir CutterFlyingCool0606009595%2525(max 40)
   
   
Many Others
The user launches razor-like wind to slash opposing Pokémon. Critical hits land more easily.
IVAir SlashFlyingCool0757509595%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
The user attacks with a blade of air that slices even the sky. This may also make the target flinch.
IXAlluring VoiceFairy08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target using its angelic voice. This also confuses the target if its stats have been boosted during the turn.
IIAncient PowerRockTough06060100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks with a prehistoric power. This may also raise all the user's stats at once.
VIIIApple AcidGrass08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with an acidic liquid created from tart apples. This also lowers the target's Sp. Def stat.
IXArmor CannonFire120120100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user shoots its own armor out as blazing projectiles. This also lowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def stats.
VIIIAstral BarrageGhost120120100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks by sending a frightful amount of small ghosts at opposing Pokémon.
IVAura SphereFightingBeautiful08080000—%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
The user lets loose a blast of aura power from deep within its body at the target. This attack never misses.
IAurora BeamIceBeautiful06565100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The target is hit with a rainbow-colored beam. This may also lower the target's Attack stat.
VIBelchPoisonTough12012009090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user lets out a damaging belch at the target. The user must eat a held Berry to use this move.
VIIIBitter MaliceGhost07575100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with spine-chilling resentment. This also lowers the target’s Attack stat.
IIIBlast BurnFireBeautiful15015009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target is razed by a fiery explosion. The user can't move on the next turn.
IBlizzardIceBeautiful11011007070%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.
IXBlood MoonNormal140140100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user unleashes the full brunt of its spirit from a full moon that shines as red as blood. This move can't be used twice in a row.
VBlue FlareFireBeautiful13013008585%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks by engulfing the target in an intense, yet beautiful, blue flame. This may also leave the target with a burn.
VIBoomburstNormalTough140140100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
All Others
The user attacks everything around it with the destructive power of a terrible, explosive sound.
IVBrineWaterTough06565100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
If the target's HP is half or less, this attack will hit with double the power.
IBubbleWaterCute04040100100%3030(max 48)
   
   
Many Others
A spray of countless bubbles is jetted at the opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their Speed stat.
IBubble BeamWaterBeautiful06565100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
A spray of bubbles is forcefully ejected at the target. This may also lower the target's Speed stat.
IVBug BuzzBugBeautiful09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user generates a damaging sound wave by vibration. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
VIIBurn UpFire130130100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
To inflict massive damage, the user burns itself out. After using this move, the user will no longer be Fire type.
VIIIBurning JealousyFire07070100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks with energy from jealousy. This leaves all opposing Pokémon that have had their stats boosted during the turn with a burn.
IVCharge BeamElectricBeautiful0505009090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat.
IVChatterFlyingCute06565100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
The user attacks the target with sound waves of deafening chatter. This confuses the target.
IXChilling WaterWater05050100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target by showering it with water that's so cold it saps the target's power. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.
VIIIChloroblastGrass15015009595%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user launches its amassed chlorophyll to inflict damage on the target. This also damages the user.
VIIClanging ScalesDragon110110100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user rubs the scales on its entire body and makes a huge noise to attack opposing Pokémon. The user's Defense stat goes down after the attack.
VClear SmogPoisonBeautiful05050000—%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target by throwing a clump of special mud. All stat changes are returned to normal.
IConfusionPsychicClever05050100100%2525(max 40)
   
   
Normal
The target is hit by a weak telekinetic force. This may also confuse the target.
VIICore EnforcerDragon100100100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
If the Pokémon the user has inflicted damage on have already used their moves, this move eliminates the effect of the target's Ability.
IVDark PulseDarkCool08080100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. This may also make the target flinch.
VIDazzling GleamFairyBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.
VIDisarming VoiceFairyCute04040000—%1515(max 24)
   
   
Many Others
Letting out a charming cry, the user does emotional damage to opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.
IVDischargeElectricBeautiful08080100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
All Others
The user strikes everything around it by letting loose a flare of electricity. This may also cause paralysis.
IIIDoom DesireSteelBeautiful140140100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
Two turns after this move is used, a concentrated bundle of light blasts the target.
IVDraco MeteorDragonBeautiful13013009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
Comets are summoned down from the sky onto the target. The attack's recoil harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.
IIDragon BreathDragonCool06060100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
VIIIDragon EnergyDragon150150100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
Converting its life-force into power, the user attacks opposing Pokémon. The lower the user's HP, the lower the move's power.
IVDragon PulseDragonBeautiful08585100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.
IDragon RageDragonCool000—100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
This attack hits the target with a shock wave of pure rage. This attack always inflicts 40 HP damage.
VIDraining KissFairyCute05050100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user steals the target's HP with a kiss. The user's HP is restored by over half of the damage taken by the target.
IDream EaterPsychicClever100100100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
VIIIDynamax CannonDragon100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user unleashes a strong beam from its core. This move deals twice the damage if the target is Dynamaxed.
IVEarth PowerGroundBeautiful09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
VEchoed VoiceNormalBeautiful04040100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with an echoing voice. If this move is used every turn, its power is increased.
VIIIEerie SpellPsychic08080100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks with its tremendous psychic power. This also removes 3 PP from the target's last move.
VElectro BallElectricCool000—100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user hurls an electric orb at the target. The faster the user is than the target, the greater the move's power.
IXElectro DriftElectric100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user races forward at ultrafast speeds, piercing its target with futuristic electricity. This move's power is boosted more than usual if it's a supereffective hit.
IXElectro ShotElectric130130100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user gathers electricity on the first turn, boosting its Sp. Atk stat, then fires a high-voltage shot on the next turn. The shot will be fired immediately in rain.
VElectrowebElectricBeautiful0555509595%1515(max 24)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks and captures opposing Pokémon using an electric net. This lowers their Speed stats.
IEmberFireCute04040100100%2525(max 40)
   
   
Normal
The target is attacked with small flames. This may also leave the target with a burn.
IVEnergy BallGrassBeautiful09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
IIIEruptionFireBeautiful150150100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks opposing Pokémon with explosive fury. The lower the user's HP, the lower the move's power.
VIIIEsper WingPsychic08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user slashes the target with aura-enriched wings. This also boosts the user's Speed stat. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
VIIIEternabeamDragon16016009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
This is Eternatus's most powerful attack in its original form. The user can't move on the next turn.
VIIIExpanding ForcePsychic08080100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with its psychic power. This move's power goes up and damages all opposing Pokémon on Psychic Terrain.
IIIExtrasensoryPsychicCool08080100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks with an odd, unseeable power. This may also make the target flinch.
VIFairy WindFairyBeautiful04040100100%3030(max 48)
   
   
Normal
The user stirs up a fairy wind and strikes the target with it.
IXFickle BeamDragon08080100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user shoots a beam of light to inflict damage. Sometimes all the user's heads shoot beams in unison, doubling the move's power.
VFiery DanceFireBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
Cloaked in flames, the user attacks the target by dancing and flapping its wings. This may also raise the user's Sp. Atk stat.
VIIIFiery WrathDark09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user transforms its wrath into a fire-like aura to attack. This may also make opposing Pokémon flinch.
VFinal GambitFightingTough000—100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user risks everything to attack its target. The user faints but does damage equal to its HP.
IFire BlastFireBeautiful11011008585%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.
VFire PledgeFireBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
A column of fire hits the target. When used with its grass equivalent, its power increases and a vast sea of fire appears.
IFire SpinFireBeautiful0353508585%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The target becomes trapped within a fierce vortex of fire that rages for four to five turns.
VFlame BurstFireBeautiful07070100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with a bursting flame. The bursting flame damages Pokémon next to the target as well.
IFlamethrowerFireBeautiful09090100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.
IVFlash CannonSteelBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user gathers all its light energy and releases it all at once. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
VIIFleur CannonFairy13013009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user unleashes a strong beam. The attack's recoil harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.
IVFocus BlastFightingCool12012007070%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
VIFreeze-DryIceBeautiful07070100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user rapidly cools the target. This may also leave the target frozen. This move is super effective on Water types.
VIIIFreezing GlarePsychic09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user shoots its psychic power from its eyes to attack. This may also leave the target frozen.
IIIFrenzy PlantGrassCool15015009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user slams the target with the roots of an enormous tree. The user can't move on the next turn.
VFrost BreathIceBeautiful0606009090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user blows its cold breath on the target. This attack always results in a critical hit.
VFusion FlareFireBeautiful100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user brings down a giant flame. This move's power is increased when influenced by an enormous lightning bolt.
IIFuture SightPsychicClever120120100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
Two turns after this move is used, a hunk of psychic energy attacks the target.
VIIGenesis SupernovaPsychic185185000—%011(max 1)
   
   
Normal
After obtaining Z-Power, the user, Mew, attacks the target with full force. The terrain will be charged with psychic energy.
IIGiga DrainGrassClever07575100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
VGlaciateIceBeautiful0656509595%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks by blowing freezing cold air at opposing Pokémon. This lowers their Speed stats.
IVGrass KnotGrassCute000—100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.
VGrass PledgeGrassBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
A column of grass hits the target. When used with its water equivalent, its power increases and a vast swamp appears.
VIIGuardian of AlolaFairy000—000—%011(max 1)
   
   
Normal
The user, the Land Spirit Pokémon, obtains Alola's energy using its Z-Power and attacks the target with full force. This reduces the target's HP greatly.
IGustFlyingClever04040100100%3535(max 56)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
A gust of wind is whipped up by wings and launched at the target to inflict damage.
IIIHeat WaveFireBeautiful0959509090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on opposing Pokémon. This may also leave those Pokémon with a burn.
VHexGhostClever06565100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
This relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status conditions.
IIHidden PowerNormalClever06060100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.
VHurricaneFlyingTough11011007070%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
The user attacks by wrapping its opponent in a fierce wind that flies up into the sky. This may also confuse the target.
IIIHydro CannonWaterBeautiful15015009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target is hit with a watery blast. The user can't move on the next turn.
IHydro PumpWaterBeautiful11011008080%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.
IXHydro SteamWater08080100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user blasts the target with boiling-hot water. This move's power is not lowered in harsh sunlight but rather boosted by 50 percent.
IHyper BeamNormalCool15015009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can't move on the next turn.
IIIHyper VoiceNormalCool09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user lets loose a horribly echoing shout with the power to inflict damage.
VIHyperspace HolePsychicClever08080000—%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
Using a hyperspace hole, the user appears right next to the target and strikes. This also hits a target using a move such as Protect or Detect.
IIce BeamIceBeautiful09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.
VIce BurnIceBeautiful14014009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
On the second turn, an ultracold, freezing wind surrounds the target. This may leave the target with a burn.
IIIcy WindIceBeautiful0555509595%1515(max 24)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers opposing Pokémon's Speed stats.
VIncinerateFireTough06060100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks opposing Pokémon with fire. If a Pokémon is holding a certain item, such as a Berry, the item becomes burned up and unusable.
VIIIInfernal ParadeGhost06060100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks with myriad fireballs. This may also leave the target with a burn. This move's power is doubled if the target has a status condition.
VInfernoFireBeautiful10010005050%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks by engulfing the target in an intense fire. This leaves the target with a burn.
VIInfestationBugCute02020100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The target is infested and attacked for four to five turns. The target can't flee during this time.
IVJudgmentNormalBeautiful100100100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user releases countless shots of light at the target. This move's type varies depending on the kind of Plate the user is holding.
IVLava PlumeFireTough08080100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
All Others
The user torches everything around it in an inferno of scarlet flames. This may also leave those it hits with a burn.
IVLeaf StormGrassBeautiful13013009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user whips up a storm of leaves around the target. The attack's recoil harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.
VLeaf TornadoGrassCool0656509090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks its target by encircling it in sharp leaves. This attack may also lower the target's accuracy.
VILight of RuinFairyBeautiful14014009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
Drawing power from the Eternal Flower, the user fires a powerful beam of light. This also damages the user quite a lot.
IXLumina CrashPsychic08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks by unleashing a peculiar light that even affects the mind. This also harshly lowers the target's Sp. Def stat.
IIILuster PurgePsychicClever07070100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user lets loose a damaging burst of light. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
IIIMagical LeafGrassBeautiful06060000—%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user scatters curious leaves that chase the target. This attack never misses.
IVMagma StormFireTough10010007575%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target becomes trapped within a maelstrom of fire that rages for four to five turns.
IXMake It RainSteel120120100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks by throwing out a mass of coins. This also lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat. Money is earned after the battle.
IXMalignant ChainPoison100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user pours toxins into the target by wrapping them in a toxic, corrosive chain. This may also leave the target badly poisoned.
IXMatcha GotchaGrass0808009090%1515(max 24)
   
   
Many Others
The user fires a blast of tea that it mixed. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target. This may also leave the target with a burn.
IMega DrainGrassClever04040100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
VIIIMeteor BeamRock12012009090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
In this two-turn attack, the user gathers space power and boosts its Sp. Atk stat, then attacks the target on the next turn.
IIMirror CoatPsychicBeautiful000—100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Varies
A retaliation move that counters any special attack, inflicting double the damage taken.
IVMirror ShotSteelBeautiful0656508585%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user lets loose a flash of energy at the target from its polished body. This may also lower the target's accuracy.
IIIMist BallPsychicClever07070100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
A mist-like flurry of down envelops and damages the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Atk stat.
VIIIMisty ExplosionFairy100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
All Others
The user attacks everything around it and faints upon using this move. This move's power is increased on Misty Terrain.
VIMoonblastFairyBeautiful09595100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
Borrowing the power of the moon, the user attacks the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Atk stat.
VIIMoongeist BeamGhost100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user emits a sinister ray to attack the target. This move can be used on the target regardless of its Abilities.
IVMud BombGroundCute0656508585%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user launches a hard-packed mud ball to attack. This may also lower the target's accuracy.
IIIMud ShotGroundTough0555509595%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks by hurling a blob of mud at the target. This also lowers the target's Speed stat.
IIMud-SlapGroundCute02020100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
IIIMuddy WaterWaterTough0909008585%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks by shooting muddy water at opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their accuracy.
VIMystical FireFireBeautiful07575100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks by breathing a special, hot fire. This also lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.
VIIIMystical PowerPsychic0707009090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks by emitting a mysterious power. This also boosts the user’s Sp. Atk stat.
VIINature's MadnessFairy000—09090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user hits the target with the force of nature. It halves the target's HP.
VNight DazeDarkCool0858509595%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user lets loose a pitch-black shock wave at its target. This may also lower the target's accuracy.
INight ShadeGhostClever000—100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user makes the target see a frightening mirage. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.
VIOblivion WingFlyingCool08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user absorbs its target's HP. The user's HP is restored by over half of the damage taken by the target.
VIIOceanic OperettaWater195195000—%011(max 1)
   
   
Normal
The user, Primarina, summons a massive amount of water using its Z-Power and attacks the target with full force.
IIOctazookaWaterTough0656508585%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks by spraying ink in the target's face or eyes. This may also lower the target's accuracy.
IVOminous WindGhostBeautiful06060100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. This may also raise all the user's stats at once.
VIOrigin PulseWaterBeautiful11011008585%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks opposing Pokémon with countless beams of light that glow a deep and brilliant blue.
VIIIOverdriveElectric08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks opposing Pokémon by twanging a guitar or bass guitar, causing a huge echo and strong vibration.
IIIOverheatFireBeautiful13013009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target at full power. The attack's recoil harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.
VIParabolic ChargeElectricClever06565100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
All Others
The user attacks everything around it. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by those hit.
IPetal DanceGrassBeautiful120120100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
1 Random
The user attacks the target by scattering petals for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.
VIIPhoton GeyserPsychic100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with a pillar of light. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat— whichever is higher for the user.
VIIPollen PuffBug09090100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the enemy with a pollen puff that explodes. If the target is an ally, it gives the ally a pollen puff that restores its HP instead.
IIPowder SnowIceBeautiful04040100100%2525(max 40)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks with a chilling gust of powdery snow. This may also freeze opposing Pokémon.
IVPower GemRockBeautiful08080100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks with a ray of light that sparkles as if it were made of gemstones.
VIIPrismatic LaserPsychic160160100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user shoots powerful lasers using the power of a prism. The user can't move on the next turn.
IPsybeamPsychicBeautiful06565100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The target is attacked with a peculiar ray. This may also leave the target confused.
IPsychicPsychicClever09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
IXPsychic NoisePsychic07575100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with unpleasant sound waves. For two turns, the target is prevented from recovering HP through moves, Abilities, or held items.
IIIPsycho BoostPsychicClever14014009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target at full power. The attack's recoil harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.
VPsyshockPsychicBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user materializes an odd psychic wave to attack the target. This attack does physical damage.
VPsystrikePsychicCool100100100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user materializes an odd psychic wave to attack the target. This attack does physical damage.
IPsywavePsychicClever000—100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The target is attacked with an odd psychic wave. The attack varies in intensity.
IRazor WindNormalCool08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
In this two-turn attack, blades of wind hit opposing Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land more easily.
VRelic SongNormalBeautiful07575100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user sings an ancient song and attacks by appealing to the hearts of the listening opposing Pokémon. This may also induce sleep.
VIIRevelation DanceNormal09090100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target by dancing very hard. The user's type determines the type of this move.
VIIIRising VoltageElectric07070100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks with electric voltage rising from the ground. This move's power doubles when the target is on Electric Terrain.
IVRoar of TimeDragonBeautiful15015009090%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user blasts the target with power that distorts even time. The user can't move on the next turn.
VRoundNormalBeautiful06060100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.
IXRuinationDark000—09090%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user summons a ruinous disaster. This cuts the target's HP in half.
VIIISandsear StormGround10010008080%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks by wrapping opposing Pokémon in fierce winds and searingly hot sand. This may also leave them with a burn.
VScaldWaterTough08080100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user shoots boiling hot water at its target. This may also leave the target with a burn.
VIIIScorching SandsGround07070100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user throws scorching sand at the target to attack. This may also leave the target with a burn.
VSearing ShotFireCool100100100100%055(max 8)
   
   
All Others
The user torches everything around it in an inferno of scarlet flames. This may also leave those it hits with a burn.
VSecret SwordFightingBeautiful08585100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user cuts with its long horn. The odd power contained in the horn does physical damage to the target.
IVSeed FlareGrassBeautiful12012008585%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user emits a shock wave from its body to attack its target. This may also harshly lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
IIShadow BallGhostClever08080100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
IIISheer ColdIceBeautiful000—000—%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target faints instantly. It's less likely to hit the target if it's used by Pokémon other than Ice types.
VIIIShell Side ArmPoison09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
This move inflicts physical or special damage, whichever will be more effective. This may also poison the target.
VIIShell TrapFire150150100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user sets a shell trap. If the user is hit by a physical move, the trap will explode and inflict damage on opposing Pokémon.
IIIShock WaveElectricCool06060000—%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses.
IIISignal BeamBugBeautiful07575100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks with a sinister beam of light. This may also confuse the target.
IIISilver WindBugBeautiful06060100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by the wind. This may also raise all the user's stats.
ISludgePoisonTough06565100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.
IISludge BombPoisonTough09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.
VSludge WavePoisonTough09595100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
All Others
The user strikes everything around it by swamping the area with a giant sludge wave. This may also poison those hit.
ISmogPoisonTough0303007070%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The target is attacked with a discharge of filthy gases. This may also poison the target.
VSnarlDarkTough0555509595%1515(max 24)
   
   
Many Others
The user yells as if it's ranting about something, which lowers the Sp. Atk stats of opposing Pokémon.
VIIISnipe ShotWater08080100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user ignores the effects of opposing Pokémon's moves and Abilities that draw in moves, allowing this move to hit the chosen target.
IISnoreNormalCute05050100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
ISolar BeamGrassCool120120100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
In this two-turn attack, the user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn.
ISonic BoomNormalCool000—09090%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The target is hit with a destructive shock wave that always inflicts 20 HP damage.
IVSpacial RendDragonBeautiful10010009595%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user tears the target along with the space around it. Critical hits land more easily.
VIISparkling AriaWater09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
All Others
The user bursts into song, emitting many bubbles. Any Pokémon suffering from a burn will be healed by the touch of these bubbles.
IIISpit UpNormalTough000—100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The power stored using the move Stockpile is released at once in an attack. The more power is stored, the greater the move's power.
VIIISpringtide StormFairy10010008080%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user attacks by wrapping opposing Pokémon in fierce winds brimming with love and hate. This may also lower their Attack stats.
VISteam EruptionWaterBeautiful11011009595%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user immerses the target in superheated steam. This may also leave the target with a burn.
VIIISteel BeamSteel14014009595%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user fires a beam of steel that it collected from its entire body. This also damages the user.
VIIStoked SparksurferElectric175175000—%011(max 1)
   
   
Normal
After obtaining Z-Power, the user, Alolan Raichu, attacks the target with full force. This move leaves the target with paralysis.
VStored PowerPsychicClever02020100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target with stored power. The more the user's stats are raised, the greater the move's power.
VIIIStrange SteamFairy0909009595%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user attacks the target by emitting steam. This may also confuse the target.
VStruggle BugBugCute05050100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Many Others
While resisting, the user attacks opposing Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stats of those hit.
ISurfWaterBeautiful09090100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
All Others
The user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave.
ISwiftNormalCool06060000—%2020(max 32)
   
   
Many Others
Star-shaped rays are shot at opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.
VSynchronoisePsychicClever120120100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
All Others
Using an odd shock wave, the user inflicts damage on any Pokémon of the same type in the area around it.
IXSyrup BombGrass0606008585%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user sets off an explosion of sticky candy syrup, which coats the target and causes the target's Speed stat to drop each turn for three turns.
VTechno BlastNormalCool120120100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user fires a beam of light at its target. The move's type changes depending on the Drive the user holds.
IXTera BlastNormal08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
If the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat, whichever is higher for the user.
IXTera StarstormNormal120120100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
With the power of its crystals, the user bombards and eliminates the target. When used by Terapagos in its Stellar Form, this move damages all opposing Pokémon.
VIIITerrain PulseNormal05050100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user utilizes the power of the terrain to attack. This move's type and power changes depending on the terrain when it's used.
IThunderElectricCool11011007070%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
VIIIThunder CageElectric0808009090%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user traps the target in a cage of sparking electricity for four to five turns.
IThunder ShockElectricCool04040100100%3030(max 48)
   
   
Normal
A jolt of electricity crashes down on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
IThunderboltElectricCool09090100100%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
A strong electric blast crashes down on the target. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
IXThunderclapElectric07070100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
This move enables the user to attack first with a jolt of electricity. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack.
IXTorch SongFire08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user blows out raging flames as if singing a song, scorching the target. This also boosts the user's Sp. Atk stat.
ITri AttackNormalBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user strikes with a simultaneous three-beam attack. This may also burn, freeze, or paralyze the target.
IVTrump CardNormalCool000—000—%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The fewer PP this move has, the greater its power.
IXTwin BeamPsychic04040100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user shoots mystical beams from its eyes to inflict damage. The target is hit twice in a row.
IITwisterDragonCool04040100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Many Others
The user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at opposing Pokémon. This may also make them flinch.
IIIUproarNormalCute09090100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
1 Random
The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no Pokémon can fall asleep.
IVVacuum WaveFightingCool04040100100%3030(max 48)
   
   
Normal
The user whirls its fists to send a wave of pure vacuum at the target. This move always goes first.
VVenoshockPoisonBeautiful06565100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. This move's power is doubled if the target is poisoned.
VVolt SwitchElectricCool07070100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
IWater GunWaterCute04040100100%2525(max 40)
   
   
Normal
The target is blasted with a forceful shot of water.
VWater PledgeWaterBeautiful08080100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
A column of water hits the target. When used with its fire equivalent, its power increases and a rainbow appears.
IIIWater PulseWaterBeautiful06060100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal (long-range)
The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.
VIWater ShurikenWaterCool01515100100%2020(max 32)
   
   
Normal
The user hits the target with throwing stars two to five times in a row. This move always goes first.
IIIWater SpoutWaterBeautiful150150100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Many Others
The user spouts water to damage opposing Pokémon. The lower the user's HP, the lower the move's power.
IIIWeather BallNormalBeautiful05050100100%1010(max 16)
   
   
Normal
This attack move varies in power and type depending on the weather.
IIWhirlpoolWaterBeautiful0353508585%1515(max 24)
   
   
Normal
The user traps the target in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns.
VIIIWildbolt StormElectric10010008080%1010(max 16)
   
   
Many Others
The user summons a thunderous tempest and savagely attacks with lightning and wind. This may also leave opposing Pokémon with paralysis.
IVWring OutNormalTough000—100100%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user powerfully wrings the target. The more HP the target has, the greater the move's power.
IIZap CannonElectricCool12012005050%055(max 8)
   
   
Normal
The user fires an electric blast like a cannon to inflict damage and cause paralysis.
All details are accurate to Generation VII games. For details that have changed between generations, please see an individual move's page. Target data assumes user is in the lower left.

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