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NATIONAL POKÉDEX / #0539

Sawk

Fighting

The sound of Sawk punching boulders and trees can be heard all the way from the mountains where they train.

Category
Karate Pokémon
Height
1.4 m
Weight
51 kg
Generation
V
Abilities
Sturdy

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

Inner Focus

Prevents flinching.

Mold Breaker Hidden ability

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

SawkKarate Pokémon
EVOLUTION

Evolution family

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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.
75
AttackStrength of physical moves.
125
DefenseResistance to physical moves.
75
Special AttackStrength of special moves.
30
Special DefenseResistance to special moves.
75
SpeedUsually helps determine who moves first.
85
Base stat total 465

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

Flying
×2
Psychic
×2
Fairy
×2

Resists

Bug
×0.5
Rock
×0.5
Dark
×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.

Karate ChopPhysical · FightingPower 50Accuracy 100%Details +

Has an increased chance for a critical hit.

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

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 25
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 25
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 25
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 25
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 17
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 17
Mega PunchPhysical · NormalPower 80Accuracy 85%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

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

  • Sword Shield · Machine
Fire PunchPhysical · FirePower 75Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to burn the target.

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

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · Machine
Ice PunchPhysical · IcePower 75Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to freeze the target.

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

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · Machine
Thunder PunchPhysical · ElectricPower 75Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to paralyze the target.

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

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · Machine
Double KickPhysical · FightingPower 30Accuracy 100%Details +

Hits twice in one turn.

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

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 13
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 13
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 13
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 13
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 5
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 5
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 10
Mega KickPhysical · NormalPower 120Accuracy 75%Details +

Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

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

  • Sword Shield · Machine
LeerStatus · NormalPower Accuracy 100%Details +

Lowers the target’s Defense by one stage.

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

  • Black White · 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
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 1
Low KickPhysical · FightingPower Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.

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

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · Machine
CounterPhysical · FightingPower Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts twice the damage the user received from the last physical hit it took.

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

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 21
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 21
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 21
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 21
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 13
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 13
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 40
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.

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

  • 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
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.

  • Black White · Machine
  • Black 2 White 2 · Machine
  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

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

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

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 9
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 9
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 9
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 9
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 1
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 1
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 5
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 5
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 5
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 5
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 5
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 1
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 1
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.

  • 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
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.

  • 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
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.

  • 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
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.

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 53
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 53
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 50
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 50
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 45
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 45
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 50
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • 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
Scary FaceStatus · NormalPower Accuracy 100%Details +

Lowers the target’s Speed by two stages.

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

  • Sword Shield · 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.

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 41
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 41
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 41
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 41
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 33
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 33
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 45
  • Sword Shield · 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.

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

  • 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
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.

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Machine
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • Black White · 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.

  • Black White · Machine
  • Black 2 White 2 · Machine
  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Machine
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
Pain SplitStatus · NormalPower Accuracy Details +

Sets the user’s and targets’s HP to the average of their current HP.

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

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
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.

  • Black White · 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.

  • 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
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.

  • 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
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.

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 1
  • Black White · Machine
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 1
  • Black 2 White 2 · Machine
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 1
  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 1
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 1
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 1
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 1
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.

  • 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
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.

  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
TauntStatus · DarkPower Accuracy 100%Details +

For the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.

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
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.

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • 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.

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 29
  • 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 29
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 21
  • Sun Moon · Machine
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 21
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 35
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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
BlockStatus · NormalPower Accuracy Details +

Prevents the target from leaving battle.

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

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
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.

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 33
  • Black White · Machine
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 33
  • Black 2 White 2 · Machine
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 33
  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 33
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 25
  • Sun Moon · Machine
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 25
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 25
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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.

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 49
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 49
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 48
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 48
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 41
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 41
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 55
  • Sword Shield · Machine
PaybackPhysical · DarkPower 50Accuracy 100%Details +

Power is doubled if the target has already moved this turn.

PP: 10. 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
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.

  • 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
Poison JabPhysical · PoisonPower 80Accuracy 100%Details +

Has a chance to poison the target.

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
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.

  • 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
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.

  • 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
Zen HeadbuttPhysical · PsychicPower 80Accuracy 90%Details +

Has a chance to make the target flinch.

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

  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
  • Sword Shield · 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.

  • 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
Grass KnotSpecial · GrassPower Accuracy 100%Details +

Inflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.

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
Low SweepPhysical · FightingPower 65Accuracy 100%Details +

Lowers the target’s Speed by one stage.

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

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 17
  • Black White · Machine
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 17
  • Black 2 White 2 · Machine
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 17
  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 17
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 9
  • Sun Moon · Machine
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 9
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 20
  • Sword Shield · Machine
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
Quick GuardStatus · FightingPower Accuracy Details +

Prevents any priority moves from hitting friendly Pokémon this turn.

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

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 45
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 45
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 45
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 45
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 37
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 37
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 15
RetaliatePhysical · NormalPower 70Accuracy 100%Details +

Has double power if a friendly Pokémon fainted last turn.

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

  • Black White · Level Up · Level 37
  • Black White · Machine
  • Black 2 White 2 · Level Up · Level 37
  • Black 2 White 2 · Machine
  • X Y · Level Up · Level 37
  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Level Up · Level 37
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Level Up · Level 29
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Level Up · Level 29
  • Sword Shield · Level Up · Level 30
  • Sword Shield · 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
Work UpStatus · NormalPower Accuracy Details +

Raises the user’s Attack and Special Attack by one stage each.

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

  • Black White · Machine
  • Black 2 White 2 · Machine
  • Sun Moon · Machine
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Machine
  • Sword Shield · Machine
Dual ChopPhysical · DragonPower 40Accuracy 90%Details +

Hits twice in one turn.

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

  • Black 2 White 2 · Tutor
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Tutor
  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
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
Power-Up PunchPhysical · FightingPower 40Accuracy 100%Details +

Raises the user’s Attack by one stage after inflicting damage.

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

  • X Y · Machine
  • Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire · Machine
Laser FocusStatus · NormalPower Accuracy Details +

Guarantees a critical hit with the user’s next move.

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

  • Ultra Sun Ultra Moon · Tutor
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
CoachingStatus · FightingPower Accuracy Details +

Raises the target's Attack and Defense by 1 stage. Fails if there is no ally adjacent to the user.

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

  • Sword Shield · Tutor

Pokédex entries by game

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

Black

The sound of Sawk punching boulders and trees can be heard all the way from the mountains where they train.

White · Y · Alpha Sapphire

Tying their belts gets them pumped and makes their punches more destructive. Disturbing their training angers them.

Black 2 · White 2 · X · Omega Ruby

Desiring the strongest karate chop, they seclude themselves in mountains and train without sleeping.

Sword

If you see a Sawk training in the mountains in its single-minded pursuit of strength, it’s best to quietly pass by.

Shield

The karate chops of a Sawk that’s trained itself to the limit can cleave the ocean itself.

POKÉMON TCG

Sawk trading cards

8 cards

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Data: PokeAPI · Updated 2026-09-12