NATIONAL POKÉDEX / #0127

Pinsir

Bug

If it fails to crush the victim in its pincers, it will swing it around and toss it hard.

Category: Stag Beetle Pokémon
Height: 1.5 m
Weight: 55 kg
Generation: I

Abilities

Hyper Cutter

Prevents Attack from being lowered by other Pokémon.

Mold Breaker

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

Moxie Hidden ability

Raises Attack one stage upon KOing a Pokémon.

Stag Beetle Pokémon

EVOLUTION

Evolution family

Select a Pokémon to view its published entry.

Pinsir

AT A GLANCE

Base stats

Main-series games

A species’ starting strengths. Your Pokémon’s actual stats also depend on its level, nature and training.

HPHow much damage it can take.

AttackStrength of physical moves.

125

DefenseResistance to physical moves.

100

Special AttackStrength of special moves.

Special DefenseResistance to special moves.

SpeedUsually helps determine who moves first.

Base stat total 500

Bars use the same 0–255 scale. Values shown are the current base stats in our source.

Type defenses

Damage received based on both types. Abilities, items and battle effects are not included. Modern main-series type chart.

Weak to

Fire

×2

Flying

×2

Rock

×2

Resists

Grass

×0.5

Fighting

×0.5

Ground

×0.5

Immune to

None by typing.

Moves learned

Choose a game and learning method. Power and accuracy describe the move; power is not the final damage dealt. Move details use current source values and may differ in older games.

GameLearned byFind a move

Vise GripPhysical · NormalPower 55Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

PP: 30. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Level Up · Level 1
Yellow · Level Up · Level 1
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 1
Crystal · Level Up · Level 1
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 1
Emerald · Level Up · Level 1
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 1
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 1
Platinum · Level Up · Level 1
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 1
Black White · Level Up · Level 1
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 1
Xd · Level Up · Level 1
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 1
X Y · Level Up · Level 1
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 1
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 1
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 1
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 1
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 1
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 1
Red Green Japan · Level Up · Level 1
Blue Japan · Level Up · Level 1

GuillotinePhysical · NormalPower —Accuracy 30%Details +

Causes a one-hit KO.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Level Up · Level 30
Yellow · Level Up · Level 30
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 31
Crystal · Level Up · Level 31
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 37
Emerald · Level Up · Level 37
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 37
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 47
Platinum · Level Up · Level 47
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 47
Black White · Level Up · Level 47
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 37
Xd · Level Up · Level 37
Xd · Xd Purification
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 47
X Y · Level Up · Level 47
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 50
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 50
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 50
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 50
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 48
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 48
Red Green Japan · Level Up · Level 30
Blue Japan · Level Up · Level 30
Champions · Train

Swords DanceStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Raises the user’s Attack by two stages.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Level Up · Level 54
Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Level Up · Level 54
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 43
Crystal · Level Up · Level 43
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 49
Emerald · Level Up · Level 49
Emerald · Tutor
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 49
Firered Leafgreen · Tutor
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 38
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Level Up · Level 38
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 38
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Level Up · Level 38
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 49
Xd · Level Up · Level 49
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 40
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Level Up · Level 40
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 40
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 40
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 40
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 32
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 40
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 40
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Red Green Japan · Level Up · Level 54
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Level Up · Level 54
Blue Japan · Machine
Champions · Train

CutPhysical · NormalPower 50Accuracy 95%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

PP: 30. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

BindPhysical · NormalPower 15Accuracy 85%Details +

Prevents the target from fleeing and inflicts damage for 2-5 turns.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Yellow · Level Up · Level 21
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 13
Crystal · Level Up · Level 13
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 7
Emerald · Level Up · Level 7
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 7
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 4
Platinum · Level Up · Level 4
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 4
Black White · Level Up · Level 4
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 7
Xd · Level Up · Level 7
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 4
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
X Y · Level Up · Level 4
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 4
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 4
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 4
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 4
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 8
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 8
Champions · Train

HeadbuttPhysical · NormalPower 70Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to make the target flinch.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Tutor
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine

Fury AttackPhysical · NormalPower 15Accuracy 85%Details +

Hits 2-5 times in one turn.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Egg
Crystal · Egg
Ruby Sapphire · Egg
Emerald · Egg
Firered Leafgreen · Egg
Diamond Pearl · Egg
Platinum · Egg
Heartgold Soulsilver · Egg
Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg
Sword Shield · Egg
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg

Body SlamPhysical · NormalPower 85Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to paralyze the target.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Firered Leafgreen · Tutor
Xd · Tutor
Sword Shield · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine
Champions · Train

Take DownPhysical · NormalPower 90Accuracy 85%Details +

User receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

ThrashPhysical · NormalPower 120Accuracy 100%Details +

Hits every turn for 2-3 turns, then confuses the user.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 35
Platinum · Level Up · Level 35
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 35
Black White · Level Up · Level 35
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 36
X Y · Level Up · Level 36
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 43
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 43
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 43
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 38
Sword Shield · Egg
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg
Champions · Train

Double-EdgePhysical · NormalPower 120Accuracy 100%Details +

User receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Firered Leafgreen · Tutor
Xd · Tutor
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

Hyper BeamSpecial · NormalPower 150Accuracy 90%Details +

User foregoes its next turn to recharge.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine
Champions · Train

SubmissionPhysical · FightingPower 80Accuracy 80%Details +

User receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 37
Crystal · Level Up · Level 37
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 43
Emerald · Level Up · Level 43
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 43
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 42
Platinum · Level Up · Level 42
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 42
Black White · Level Up · Level 42
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 43
Xd · Level Up · Level 43
Xd · Xd Purification
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 26
X Y · Level Up · Level 26
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 29
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 33
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 33
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 26
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 44
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 44
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

Seismic TossPhysical · FightingPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts damage equal to the user’s level.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Level Up · Level 25
Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Level Up · Level 25
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 19
Crystal · Level Up · Level 19
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 13
Emerald · Level Up · Level 13
Emerald · Tutor
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 13
Firered Leafgreen · Tutor
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 8
Platinum · Level Up · Level 8
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 8
Black White · Level Up · Level 8
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 13
Xd · Level Up · Level 13
Xd · Tutor
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 8
X Y · Level Up · Level 8
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 8
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 8
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 8
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 8
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 12
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 12
Red Green Japan · Level Up · Level 25
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Level Up · Level 25
Blue Japan · Machine
Champions · Train

StrengthPhysical · NormalPower 80Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 36
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 36
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

String ShotStatus · BugPower —Accuracy 95%Details +

Lowers the target’s Speed by two stages.

PP: 40. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Heartgold Soulsilver · Tutor

EarthquakePhysical · GroundPower 100Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

DigPhysical · GroundPower 80Accuracy 100%Details +

User digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

ToxicStatus · PoisonPower —Accuracy 90%Details +

Badly poisons the target, inflicting more damage every turn.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

Quick AttackPhysical · NormalPower 40Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

PP: 30. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Egg
Platinum · Egg
Heartgold Soulsilver · Egg
Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg
Sword Shield · Egg
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg
Champions · Train

RagePhysical · NormalPower 20Accuracy 100%Details +

If the user is hit after using this move, its Attack rises by one stage.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

MimicStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Copies the target’s last used move.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Firered Leafgreen · Tutor
Xd · Tutor
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

Double TeamStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Raises the user’s evasion by one stage.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

HardenStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Raises the user’s Defense by one stage.

PP: 30. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Level Up · Level 43
Yellow · Level Up · Level 43
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 25
Crystal · Level Up · Level 25
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 19
Emerald · Level Up · Level 19
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 19
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 13
Platinum · Level Up · Level 13
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 13
Black White · Level Up · Level 13
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 19
Xd · Level Up · Level 19
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 11
X Y · Level Up · Level 11
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 11
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 11
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 11
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 12
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 1
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 1
Red Green Japan · Level Up · Level 43
Blue Japan · Level Up · Level 43

Focus EnergyStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Increases the user’s chance to score a critical hit.

PP: 30. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Level Up · Level 36
Yellow · Level Up · Level 36
Gold Silver · Level Up · Level 7
Crystal · Level Up · Level 7
Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 1
Emerald · Level Up · Level 1
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 1
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 1
Platinum · Level Up · Level 1
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 1
Black White · Level Up · Level 1
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 1
Xd · Level Up · Level 1
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 1
X Y · Level Up · Level 1
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 1
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 1
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 1
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 1
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 4
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 4
Red Green Japan · Level Up · Level 36
Blue Japan · Level Up · Level 36
Champions · Train

BidePhysical · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

User waits for two turns, then hits back for twice the damage it took.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine

RestStatus · PsychicPower —Accuracy —Details +

User sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine
Champions · Train

Rock SlidePhysical · RockPower 75Accuracy 90%Details +

Has a chance to make the target flinch.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Emerald · Tutor
Firered Leafgreen · Tutor
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

SlashPhysical · NormalPower 70Accuracy 100%Details +

Has an increased chance for a critical hit.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Level Up · Level 49
Yellow · Level Up · Level 49
Red Green Japan · Level Up · Level 49
Blue Japan · Level Up · Level 49

SubstituteStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Transfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Red Blue · Machine
Yellow · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Firered Leafgreen · Tutor
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Xd · Tutor
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Red Green Japan · Machine
Blue Japan · Machine
Champions · Train

ThiefPhysical · DarkPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

Takes the target’s item.

PP: 25. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

SnoreSpecial · NormalPower 50Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to make the target flinch. Only works if the user is sleeping.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Platinum · Tutor
Heartgold Soulsilver · Tutor
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

CurseStatus · GhostPower —Accuracy —Details +

Ghosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine

FlailPhysical · NormalPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Egg
Crystal · Egg
Ruby Sapphire · Egg
Emerald · Egg
Firered Leafgreen · Egg
Diamond Pearl · Egg
Platinum · Egg
Heartgold Soulsilver · Egg
Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg
Sword Shield · Egg
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg
Champions · Train

ReversalPhysical · FightingPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

ProtectStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Prevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Feint AttackPhysical · DarkPower 60Accuracy —Details +

Never misses.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Egg
Emerald · Egg
Firered Leafgreen · Egg
Diamond Pearl · Egg
Platinum · Egg
Heartgold Soulsilver · Egg
Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg

DetectStatus · FightingPower —Accuracy —Details +

Prevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Champions · Train

OutragePhysical · DragonPower 120Accuracy 100%Details +

Hits every turn for 2-3 turns, then confuses the user.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine

EndureStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Prevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

False SwipePhysical · NormalPower 40Accuracy 100%Details +

Cannot lower the target’s HP below 1.

PP: 40. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Egg
Emerald · Egg
Firered Leafgreen · Egg
Diamond Pearl · Egg
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Egg
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Egg
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Xd · Xd Purification
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine

SwaggerStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy 85%Details +

Raises the target’s Attack by two stages and confuses the target.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Xd · Tutor
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine

Fury CutterPhysical · BugPower 40Accuracy 95%Details +

Power doubles every turn this move is used in succession after the first, maxing out after five turns.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Platinum · Tutor
Heartgold Soulsilver · Tutor

AttractStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Target falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Sleep TalkStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Randomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Emerald · Tutor
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

ReturnPhysical · NormalPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Power increases with happiness, up to a maximum of 102.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine

FrustrationPhysical · NormalPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Power increases as happiness decreases, up to a maximum of 102.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine

Vital ThrowPhysical · FightingPower 70Accuracy —Details +

Never misses.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 25
Platinum · Level Up · Level 25
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 25
Black White · Level Up · Level 25
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 22
X Y · Level Up · Level 22
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 18
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 18
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 18
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 28
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 28

Hidden PowerSpecial · NormalPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

Power and type depend upon user’s IVs. Power can range from 30 to 70.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine

Rain DanceStatus · WaterPower —Accuracy —Details +

Changes the weather to rain for five turns.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Sunny DayStatus · FirePower —Accuracy —Details +

Changes the weather to sunny for five turns.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Rock SmashPhysical · FightingPower 40Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Gold Silver · Machine
Crystal · Machine
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine

FacadePhysical · NormalPower 70Accuracy 100%Details +

Power doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Focus PunchPhysical · FightingPower 150Accuracy 100%Details +

If the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine

Helping HandStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Ally’s next move inflicts half more damage.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Xd · Xd Purification
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

SuperpowerPhysical · FightingPower 120Accuracy 100%Details +

Lowers the user’s Attack and Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 52
Platinum · Level Up · Level 52
Platinum · Tutor
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 52
Heartgold Soulsilver · Tutor
Black White · Level Up · Level 52
Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 43
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
X Y · Level Up · Level 43
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 47
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 47
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 47
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 44
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 52
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 52
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg
Champions · Train

RevengePhysical · FightingPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts double damage if the user takes damage before attacking this turn.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 25
Emerald · Level Up · Level 25
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 25
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 18
Platinum · Level Up · Level 18
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 18
Black White · Level Up · Level 18
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 25
Xd · Level Up · Level 25
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 15
X Y · Level Up · Level 15
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 15
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 15
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 15
Sword Shield · Machine

Brick BreakPhysical · FightingPower 75Accuracy 100%Details +

Destroys Reflect and Light Screen.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Level Up · Level 31
Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Level Up · Level 31
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Level Up · Level 31
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 21
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Level Up · Level 21
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 21
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Level Up · Level 21
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Level Up · Level 31
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Level Up · Level 31
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 18
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Level Up · Level 18
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 26
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 26
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 26
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 16
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Knock OffPhysical · DarkPower 65Accuracy 100%Details +

Target drops its held item.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Platinum · Tutor
Heartgold Soulsilver · Tutor
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor

Secret PowerPhysical · NormalPower 70Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to inflict a status effect which depends upon the terrain.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine

Rock TombPhysical · RockPower 60Accuracy 95%Details +

Has a chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Aerial AcePhysical · FlyingPower 60Accuracy —Details +

Never misses.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Champions · Train

Iron DefenseStatus · SteelPower —Accuracy —Details +

Raises the user’s Defense by two stages.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Platinum · Tutor
Heartgold Soulsilver · Tutor
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

Bulk UpStatus · FightingPower —Accuracy —Details +

Raises the user’s Attack and Defense by one stage.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ruby Sapphire · Machine
Emerald · Machine
Firered Leafgreen · Machine
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Colosseum · Machine
Xd · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Natural GiftPhysical · NormalPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Power and type depend on the held berry.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine

FeintPhysical · NormalPower 30Accuracy 100%Details +

Hits through Protect and Detect.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Egg
Platinum · Egg
Heartgold Soulsilver · Egg
Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg
Sword Shield · Egg
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg
Champions · Train

Close CombatPhysical · FightingPower 120Accuracy 100%Details +

Lowers the user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Egg
Platinum · Egg
Heartgold Soulsilver · Egg
Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg
Champions · Train

FlingPhysical · DarkPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Throws held item at the target; power depends on the item.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Me FirstStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Uses the target’s move against it before it attacks, with power increased by half.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg

X-ScissorPhysical · BugPower 80Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Level Up · Level 30
Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Level Up · Level 30
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Level Up · Level 30
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Level Up · Level 30
Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 29
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Level Up · Level 29
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 33
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 29
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 29
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Level Up · Level 20
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 32
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 32
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Focus BlastSpecial · FightingPower 120Accuracy 70%Details +

Has a chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Giga ImpactPhysical · NormalPower 150Accuracy 90%Details +

User foregoes its next turn to recharge.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Rock ClimbPhysical · NormalPower 90Accuracy 85%Details +

Has a chance to confuse the target.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine

Stone EdgePhysical · RockPower 100Accuracy 80%Details +

Has an increased chance for a critical hit.

PP: 5. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

CaptivateStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy 100%Details +

Lowers the target’s Special Attack by two stages if it’s the opposite gender.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine

Stealth RockStatus · RockPower —Accuracy —Details +

Causes damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Diamond Pearl · Machine
Platinum · Machine
Heartgold Soulsilver · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

Bug BitePhysical · BugPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

If target has a berry, inflicts double damage and uses the berry.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Black White · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Egg
Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
X Y · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Egg
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
Sun Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Egg
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 16
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 16
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Egg
Champions · Train

Double HitPhysical · NormalPower 35Accuracy 90%Details +

Hits twice in one turn.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 22
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 22
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 22
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 24
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 24
Champions · Train

Smack DownPhysical · RockPower 50Accuracy 100%Details +

Removes any immunity to Ground damage.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine

Storm ThrowPhysical · FightingPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

Always scores a critical hit.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 33
X Y · Level Up · Level 33
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 36
Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 36
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 36
Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 20
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Level Up · Level 20
Champions · Train

RoundSpecial · NormalPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

Has double power if it’s used more than once per turn.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

Circle ThrowPhysical · FightingPower 60Accuracy 90%Details +

Ends wild battles. Forces trainers to switch Pokémon.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Champions · Train

Struggle BugSpecial · BugPower 50Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to lower the target’s Special Attack by one stage.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine

BulldozePhysical · GroundPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Black White · Machine
Black 2 White 2 · Machine
X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl · Machine
Champions · Train

ConfideStatus · NormalPower —Accuracy —Details +

Lowers the target’s Special Attack by one stage.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

X Y · Machine
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine

High HorsepowerPhysical · GroundPower 95Accuracy 95%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

Throat ChopPhysical · DarkPower 80Accuracy 100%Details +

Prevents the target from using sound-based moves for two turns.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

LungePhysical · BugPower 80Accuracy 100%Details +

Lowers the target’s Attack by one stage after inflicting damage.

PP: 15. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Champions · Train

Brutal SwingPhysical · DarkPower 60Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Sun Moon · Machine
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Sword Shield · Machine
Champions · Train

PouncePhysical · BugPower 50Accuracy 100%Details +

No description available.

PP: 20. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Champions · Train

Hard PressPhysical · SteelPower 0Accuracy 100%Details +

No description available.

PP: 10. A dash means the value is not specified or does not apply.

Champions · Train

Pokédex entries by game

Descriptions recorded in these games. This list does not establish where the Pokémon can be caught or transferred.

Red · Blue

If it fails to crush the victim in its pincers, it will swing it around and toss it hard.

Yellow

Grips its prey in its pincers and squeezes hard! It can't move if it's cold, so it lives in warm places.

Gold

With its horns, it digs burrows to sleep in at night. In the morning, damp soil clings to its body.

Silver

Swings its long antlers wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.

Crystal

When the tempera ture drops at night, it sleeps on treetops or among roots where it is well hidden.

Ruby

PINSIR is astoundingly strong. It can grip a foe weighing twice its weight in its horns and easily lift it. This POKéMON’s movements turn sluggish in cold places.

Sapphire

PINSIR has a pair of massive horns Protruding from the surface of these horns are thorns. These thorns are driven deeply into the foe’s body when the pincer closes, making it tough for the foe to escape.

Emerald

Their pincers are strong enough to shatter thick logs. Because they dislike cold, PINSIR burrow and sleep under the ground on chilly nights.

Firered

Its two long pincer horns are powerful. Once they grip an enemy, they won’t release until the foe is torn.

Leafgreen

If it fails to crush the foe in its pincers, it will swing around and toss the opponent.

Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · X

It grips prey with its pincers until the prey is torn in half. What it can’t tear, it tosses far.

Heartgold

With its pincer horns, it digs burrows to sleep in at night. In the morning, damp soil clings to its body.

Soulsilver · Y

It swings its long pincer horns wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.

Black 2 · White 2

It grips prey with its powerful pincers and will not let go until the prey is torn in half.

Omega Ruby

Pinsir is astoundingly strong. It can grip a foe weighing twice its weight in its horns and easily lift it. This Pokémon’s movements turn sluggish in cold places.

Alpha Sapphire

Pinsir has a pair of massive horns. Protruding from the surface of these horns are thorns. These thorns are driven deeply into the foe’s body when the pincer closes, making it tough for the foe to escape.