Abilities

284 abilities across Generations I–IX.

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AdaptabilityIncreases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×.	Generation IV	11
AftermathDamages the attacker for 1/4 its max HP when knocked out by a contact move.	Generation IV	8
Air LockNegates all effects of weather, but does not prevent the weather itself.	Generation III	1
AnalyticStrengthens moves to 1.3× their power when moving last.	Generation V	12
Anger PointRaises Attack to the maximum of six stages upon receiving a critical hit.	Generation IV	9
Anger ShellWhen the Pokémon's HP drops below half, Anger Shell lowers its Defense and Special Defense but its Attack, Special Attack and Speed are raised.	Generation IX	1
AnticipationNotifies all trainers upon entering battle if an opponent has a super-effective move, Self-Destruct, Explosion, or a one-hit KO move.	Generation IV	11
Arena TrapPrevents opponents from fleeing or switching out. Eluded by Flying-types and Pokémon in the air.	Generation III	3
Armor TailPrevents the opponent from using any moves that have priority, such as Quick Attack.	Generation IX	1
Aroma VeilProtects allies against moves that affect their mental state.	Generation VI	6
Aura BreakMakes Dark Aura and Fairy Aura weaken moves of their respective types.	Generation VI	1
Bad DreamsDamages sleeping opponents for 1/8 their max HP after each turn.	Generation IV	1
Ball FetchIf the Pokémon is not holding an item, it will fetch the Poké Ball from the first failed throw of the battle.	Generation VIII	1
BatteryAlly Pokémon's moves have their power increased to 1.3×.	Generation VII	1
Battle ArmorProtects against critical hits.	Generation III	11
Beads of RuinLowers Special Defense of all Pokémon except itself.	Generation IX	1
Beast BoostRaises this Pokémon's highest stat by one stage when it faints another Pokémon.	Generation VII	11
BerserkRaises this Pokémon's Special Attack by one stage every time its HP drops below half.	Generation VII	1
Big PecksProtects against Defense drops.	Generation V	15
BlazeStrengthens Fire moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.	Generation III	29
BulletproofProtects against bullet, ball, and bomb-based moves.	Generation VI	10
Cheek PouchRestores HP upon eating a Berry, in addition to the Berry's effect.	Generation VI	6
Chilling NeighBoosts Attack after knocking out a Pokémon.	Generation VIII	1
ChlorophyllDoubles Speed during strong sunlight.	Generation III	37
Clear BodyPrevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.	Generation III	19
Cloud NineNegates all effects of weather, but does not prevent the weather itself.	Generation III	7
Color ChangeChanges type to match when hit by a damaging move.	Generation III	1
ComatoseThis Pokémon always acts as though it were Asleep.	Generation VII	1
CommanderGoes inside the mouth of an ally Dondozo if one is on the field.	Generation IX	1
CompetitiveRaises Special Attack by two stages upon having any stat lowered.	Generation VI	13
Compound EyesIncreases moves' accuracy to 1.3×.	Generation III	12
ContraryInverts stat changes.	Generation V	10
CorrosionThis Pokémon can inflict poison on Poison and Steel Pokémon.	Generation VII	4
CostarCopies ally's stat changes on entering battle.	Generation IX	1
Cotton DownWhen Ignores moves and abilities that draw in moves.	Generation VIII	2
Cud ChewCauses the Pokémon to reuse an already consumed Berry at the end of the next turn.	Generation IX	1
Cursed BodyHas a 30% chance of Disabling any move that hits the Pokémon.	Generation V	11
Cute CharmHas a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact.	Generation III	15
DampPrevents Self-Destruct, Explosion, and Aftermath from working while the Pokémon is in battle.	Generation III	20
DancerWhenever another Pokémon uses a dance move, this Pokémon will use the same move immediately afterwards.	Generation VII	1
Dark AuraStrengthens Dark moves to 1.33× their power for all friendly and opposing Pokémon.	Generation VI	1
Dauntless ShieldBoosts Defense in battle.	Generation VIII	1
DazzlingOpposing Pokémon cannot use priority attacks.	Generation VII	1
DefeatistHalves Attack and Special Attack at 50% max HP or less.	Generation V	2
DefiantRaises Attack two stages upon having any stat lowered.	Generation V	15
DisguisePrevents the first instance of battle damage.	Generation VII	1
DownloadRaises the attack stat corresponding to the opponents' weaker defense one stage upon entering battle.	Generation IV	4
Dragon’s MawPowers up Dragon-type moves.	Generation VIII	1
DrizzleSummons rain that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.	Generation III	3
DroughtSummons strong sunlight that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.	Generation III	4
Dry SkinCauses 1/8 max HP in damage each turn during strong sunlight, but heals for 1/8 max HP during rain. Increases damage from Fire moves to 1.25×, but absorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.	Generation IV	7
Early BirdMakes sleep pass twice as quickly.	Generation III	16
Earth EaterRestores HP when hit by a Ground-type move.	Generation IX	1
Effect SporeHas a 30% chance of inflcting either paralysis, poison, or sleep on attacking Pokémon on contact.	Generation III	11
Electric SurgeWhen this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Electric Terrain.	Generation VII	2
ElectromorphosisWhen hit by an attack, the power of the next Electric-type move it uses is doubled.	Generation IX	1
Emergency ExitThis Pokémon automatically switches out when its HP drops below half.	Generation VII	1
Fairy AuraStrengthens Fairy moves to 1.33× their power for all friendly and opposing Pokémon.	Generation VI	1
FilterDecreases damage taken from super-effective moves by 1/4.	Generation IV	3
Flame BodyHas a 30% chance of burning attacking Pokémon on contact.	Generation III	21
Flare BoostIncreases Special Attack to 1.5× when burned.	Generation V	2
Flash FireProtects against Fire moves. Once one has been blocked, the Pokémon's own Fire moves inflict 1.5× damage until it leaves battle.	Generation III	25
Flower GiftIncreases friendly Pokémon's Attack and Special Defense to 1.5× during strong sunlight.	Generation IV	1
Flower VeilProtects friendly Grass Pokémon from having their stats lowered by other Pokémon.	Generation VI	4
FluffyDamage from contact moves is halved. Damage from Fire moves is doubled.	Generation VII	6
ForecastChanges Castform's type and form to match the weather.	Generation III	1
ForewarnReveals the opponents' strongest move upon entering battle.	Generation IV	6
Friend GuardDecreases all direct damage taken by friendly Pokémon to 0.75×.	Generation V	9
FriskReveals an opponent's held item upon entering battle.	Generation IV	28
Full Metal BodyOther Pokémon cannot lower this Pokémon's stats.	Generation VII	1
Fur CoatHalves damage from physical attacks.	Generation VI	1
Gale WingsRaises Flying moves' priority by one stage.	Generation VI	3
GluttonyMakes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.	Generation IV	27
Good as GoldGives immunity to status moves.	Generation IX	1
GooeyLowers attacking Pokémon's Speed by one stage on contact.	Generation VI	5
Grass PeltBoosts Defense while Grassy Terrain is in effect.	Generation VI	2
Grassy SurgeWhen this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Grassy Terrain.	Generation VII	4
Grim NeighBoosts Special Attack after knocking out a Pokémon.	Generation VIII	1
Guard DogBoosts Attack if intimidated, and prevents being forced to switch out.	Generation IX	2
Gulp MissileIf a Cramorant with Gulp Missile uses Surf or Dive, it catches prey and changes its form depending on its remaining HP.	Generation VIII	1
GutsIncreases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment.	Generation III	24
Hadron EngineCreates an Electric Terrain when entering battle, and boosts Special Attack while active.	Generation IX	1
HarvestHas a 50% chance of restoring a used Berry after each turn if the Pokémon has held no items in the meantime.	Generation V	8
HealerHas a 30% chance of curing each adjacent ally of any major status ailment after each turn.	Generation V	10
HeatproofHalves damage from Fire moves and burns.	Generation IV	5
Heavy MetalDoubles the Pokémon's weight.	Generation V	8
Honey GatherThe Pokémon may pick up Honey after battle.	Generation IV	4
HospitalityWhen a Pokémon with Hospitality enters a battle, it restores HP for an ally by 25%.	Generation IX	2
Huge PowerDoubles Attack in battle.	Generation III	5
Hunger SwitchCauses Morpeko to change its form each turn, alternating between Full Belly Mode and Hangry Mode	Generation VIII	1
HustleStrengthens physical moves to inflict 1.5× damage, but decreases their accuracy to 0.8×.	Generation III	21
HydrationCures any major status ailment after each turn during rain.	Generation IV	22
Hyper CutterPrevents Attack from being lowered by other Pokémon.	Generation III	11
Ice BodyHeals for 1/16 max HP after each turn during hail. Protects against hail damage.	Generation IV	19
Ice FaceThe Pokémon’s ice head can take a physical attack as a substitute, but the attack also changes the Pokémon’s appearance. The ice will be restored when it snows.	Generation VIII	1
Ice ScalesHalves damage from Special moves.	Generation VIII	2
IlluminateDoubles the wild encounter rate.	Generation III	8
IllusionTakes the appearance of the last conscious party Pokémon upon being sent out until hit by a damaging move.	Generation V	2
ImmunityPrevents poison.	Generation III	3
ImposterTransforms upon entering battle.	Generation V	1
InfiltratorBypasses Light Screen, Reflect, and Safeguard.	Generation V	25
Innards OutWhen this Pokémon faints from an opponent's move, that opponent takes damage equal to the HP this Pokémon had remaining.	Generation VII	1
Inner FocusPrevents flinching.	Generation III	35
InsomniaPrevents sleep.	Generation III	17
IntimidateLowers opponents' Attack one stage upon entering battle.	Generation III	35
Intrepid SwordBoosts Attack in battle.	Generation VIII	1
Iron BarbsDamages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.	Generation V	3
Iron FistStrengthens punch-based moves to 1.2× their power.	Generation IV	18
JustifiedRaises Attack one stage upon taking damage from a Dark move.	Generation V	9
Keen EyePrevents accuracy from being lowered.	Generation III	39
KlutzPrevents the Pokémon from using its held item in battle.	Generation IV	12
Leaf GuardProtects against major status ailments during strong sunlight.	Generation IV	20
LevitateEvades Ground moves.	Generation III	32
LiberoLibero changes the Pokémon's type to that of its previously used attack.	Generation VIII	3
Light MetalHalves the Pokémon's weight.	Generation V	6
Lightning RodRedirects single-target Electric moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Electric moves, raising Special Attack one stage.	Generation III	17
LimberPrevents paralysis.	Generation III	14
Lingering AromaContact changes the attacker's Ability to Lingering Aroma.	Generation IX	1
Liquid OozeDamages opponents using leeching moves for as much as they would heal.	Generation III	4
Liquid VoiceSound-based moves become Water-type.	Generation VII	3
Long ReachThis Pokémon's moves do not make contact.	Generation VII	3
Magic BounceReflects most non-damaging moves back at their user.	Generation V	6
Magic GuardProtects against damage not directly caused by a move.	Generation IV	10
MagicianSteals the target's held item when the bearer uses a damaging move.	Generation VI	5
Magma ArmorPrevents freezing.	Generation III	3
Magnet PullPrevents Steel opponents from fleeing or switching out.	Generation III	6
Marvel ScaleIncreases Defense to 1.5× with a major status ailment.	Generation III	3
Mega LauncherStrengthens aura and pulse moves to 1.5× their power.	Generation VI	2
MercilessThis Pokémon's moves critical hit against poisoned targets.	Generation VII	2
MinusIncreases Special Attack to 1.5× when a friendly Pokémon has Plus or Minus.	Generation III	6
Mirror ArmorReflects any stat-lowering effects.	Generation VIII	1
Misty SurgeWhen this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Misty Terrain.	Generation VII	1
Mold BreakerBypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.	Generation IV	20
MoodyRaises a random stat two stages and lowers another one stage after each turn.	Generation V	8
Motor DriveAbsorbs Electric moves, raising Speed one stage.	Generation IV	4
MoxieRaises Attack one stage upon KOing a Pokémon.	Generation V	16
MultiscaleHalves damage taken from full HP.	Generation V	2
MultitypeChanges Arceus's type and form to match its held Plate.	Generation IV	1
MummyChanges attacking Pokémon's abilities to Mummy on contact.	Generation V	2
Mycelium MightStatus moves go last, but are not affected by the opponent's ability.	Generation IX	2
Natural CureCures any major status ailment upon switching out.	Generation III	19
Neutralizing GasNeutralizes abilities of all Pokémon in battle.	Generation VIII	2
No GuardEnsures all moves used by and against the Pokémon hit.	Generation IV	8
NormalizeMakes the Pokémon's moves all act Normal-type.	Generation IV	2
ObliviousPrevents infatuation and protects against Captivate.	Generation III	25
OpportunistCopies stat boosts by the opponent.	Generation IX	1
Orichalcum PulseTurns the sunlight harsh when entering battle, and boosts Attack while active.	Generation IX	1
OvercoatProtects against damage from weather.	Generation V	22
OvergrowStrengthens Grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.	Generation III	29
Own TempoPrevents confusion.	Generation III	28
Perish BodyWhen hit by a move that makes direct contact, the Pokémon and the attacker will faint after three turns unless they switch out of battle.	Generation VIII	1
PickpocketSteals attacking Pokémon's held items on contact.	Generation V	14
PickupPicks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. May also pick up an item after battle.	Generation III	19
PixilateTurns the bearer's Normal moves into Fairy moves and strengthens them to 1.3× their power.	Generation VI	1
PlusIncreases Special Attack to 1.5× when a friendly Pokémon has Plus or Minus.	Generation III	9
Poison HealHeals for 1/8 max HP after each turn when poisoned in place of damage.	Generation IV	3
Poison PointHas a 30% chance of poisoning attacking Pokémon on contact.	Generation III	18
Poison PuppeteerPokémon poisoned by Pecharunt's moves will also become confused.	Generation IX	1
Poison TouchHas a 30% chance of poisoning target Pokémon upon contact.	Generation V	9
Power SpotJust being next to the Pokémon powers up moves.	Generation VIII	1
PranksterRaises non-damaging moves' priority by one stage.	Generation V	18
PressureIncreases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one.	Generation III	29
Prism ArmorReduces super-effective damage to 0.75×.	Generation VII	1
Propeller TailIgnores moves and abilities that draw in moves.	Generation VIII	2
ProteanChanges the bearer's type to match each move it uses.	Generation VI	7
ProtosynthesisRaises highest stat in harsh sunlight, or if holding Booster Energy.	Generation IX	10
Psychic SurgeWhen this Pokémon enters battle, it changes the terrain to Psychic Terrain.	Generation VII	2
Punk RockBoosts sound-based moves and halves damage from the same moves.	Generation VIII	1
Pure PowerDoubles Attack in battle.	Generation III	2
Purifying SaltProtects from status conditions and halves damage from Ghost-type moves.	Generation IX	3
Quark DriveRaises highest stat on Electric Terrain, or if holding Booster Energy.	Generation IX	10
Queenly MajestyOpposing Pokémon cannot use priority attacks.	Generation VII	1
Quick FeetIncreases Speed to 1.5× with a major status ailment.	Generation IV	9
Rain DishHeals for 1/16 max HP after each turn during rain.	Generation III	13
RattledRaises Speed one stage upon being hit by a Dark, Ghost, or Bug move.	Generation V	17
ReceiverWhen an ally faints, this Pokémon gains its Ability.	Generation VII	1
RecklessStrengthens recoil moves to 1.2× their power.	Generation IV	13
RefrigerateTurns the bearer's Normal moves into Ice moves and strengthens them to 1.3× their power.	Generation VI	2
RegeneratorHeals for 1/3 max HP upon switching out.	Generation V	23
RipenDoubles the effect of berries.	Generation VIII	3
RivalryIncreases damage inflicted to 1.25× against Pokémon of the same gender, but decreases damage to 0.75× against the opposite gender.	Generation IV	18
RKS SystemChanges this Pokémon's type to match its held Memory.	Generation VII	1
Rock HeadProtects against recoil damage.	Generation III	19
Rocky PayloadPowers up Rock-type moves.	Generation IX	1
Rough SkinDamages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.	Generation III	6
Run AwayEnsures success fleeing from wild battles.	Generation III	30
Sand ForceStrengthens Rock, Ground, and Steel moves to 1.3× their power during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.	Generation V	14
Sand RushDoubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.	Generation V	10
Sand SpitCreates a sandstorm when hit by an attack.	Generation VIII	2
Sand StreamSummons a sandstorm that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.	Generation III	4
Sand VeilIncreases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.	Generation III	27
Sap SipperAbsorbs Grass moves, raising Attack one stage.	Generation V	19
SchoolingWishiwashi becomes Schooling Form when its HP is 25% or higher.	Generation VII	1
ScrappyLets the Pokémon's Normal and Fighting moves hit Ghost Pokémon.	Generation IV	12
Screen CleanerNullifies effects of Light Screen, Reflect, and Aurora Veil.	Generation VIII	1
Seed SowerTurns the ground into Grassy Terrain when the Pokémon is hit by an attack.	Generation IX	1
Serene GraceDoubles the chance of moves' extra effects occurring.	Generation III	12
Shadow ShieldWhen this Pokémon has full HP, regular damage from moves is halved.	Generation VII	1
Shadow TagPrevents opponents from fleeing or switching out.	Generation III	5
SharpnessPowers up slicing moves.	Generation IX	3
Shed SkinHas a 33% chance of curing any major status ailment after each turn.	Generation III	20
Sheer ForceStrengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.	Generation V	30
Shell ArmorProtects against critical hits.	Generation III	25
Shield DustProtects against incoming moves' extra effects.	Generation III	11
Shields DownTransforms this Minior between Core Form and Meteor Form. Prevents major status ailments and drowsiness while in Meteor Form.	Generation VII	1
SimpleDoubles the Pokémon's stat modifiers. These doubled modifiers are still capped at -6 or 6 stages.	Generation IV	5
Skill LinkExtends two-to-five-hit moves and Triple Kick to their full length every time.	Generation IV	9
Slow StartHalves Attack and Speed for five turns upon entering battle.	Generation IV	2
Slush RushDuring Hail, this Pokémon has double Speed.	Generation VII	5
SniperStrengthens critical hits to inflict 3× damage rather than 2×.	Generation IV	17
Snow CloakIncreases evasion to 1.25× during hail. Protects against hail damage.	Generation IV	11
Snow WarningSummons hail that lasts indefinitely upon entering battle.	Generation IV	5
Solar PowerIncreases Special Attack to 1.5× but costs 1/8 max HP after each turn during strong sunlight.	Generation IV	8
Solid RockDecreases damage taken from super-effective moves by 1/4.	Generation IV	4
Soul-HeartThis Pokémon's Special Attack rises by one stage every time any Pokémon faints.	Generation VII	1
SoundproofProtects against sound-based moves.	Generation III	15
Speed BoostRaises Speed one stage after each turn.	Generation III	13
StakeoutThis Pokémon's moves have double power against Pokémon that switched in this turn.	Generation VII	8
StallMakes the Pokémon move last within its move's priority bracket.	Generation IV	1
StalwartIgnores moves and abilities that draw in moves.	Generation VIII	2
StaminaRaises this Pokémon's Defense by one stage when it takes damage from a move.	Generation VII	3
Stance ChangeChanges Aegislash to Blade Forme before using a damaging move, or Shield Forme before using King’s Shield.	Generation VI	1
StaticHas a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact.	Generation III	20
SteadfastRaises Speed one stage upon flinching.	Generation IV	13
Steam EngineBoosts the Speed stat drastically when the Pokémon is hit by a Fire- or Water-type move.	Generation VIII	3
SteelworkerThis Pokémon's Steel moves have 1.5× power.	Generation VII	1
Steely SpiritPowers up ally Pokémon's Steel-type moves.	Generation VIII	1
StenchHas a 10% chance of making target Pokémon flinch with each hit.	Generation III	9
Sticky HoldPrevents a held item from being removed by other Pokémon.	Generation III	10
Storm DrainRedirects single-target Water moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Water moves, raising Special Attack one stage.	Generation IV	8
Strong JawStrengthens biting moves to 1.5× their power.	Generation VI	9
SturdyPrevents being KOed from full HP, leaving 1 HP instead. Protects against the one-hit KO moves regardless of HP.	Generation III	42
Suction CupsPrevents being forced out of battle by other Pokémon's moves.	Generation III	5
Super LuckRaises moves' critical hit rates one stage.	Generation IV	9
Supersweet SyrupOnce per battle, when a Pokémon with Supersweet Syrup enters the battle, it lowers the evasion stat of all adjacent opponents by one stage.	Generation IX	2
Supreme OverlordAttack and Special Attack are boosted for each party Pokémon that has been defeated.	Generation IX	1
SwarmStrengthens Bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.	Generation III	31
Sweet VeilPrevents friendly Pokémon from sleeping.	Generation VI	9
Swift SwimDoubles Speed during rain.	Generation III	44
Sword of RuinLowers Defense of all Pokémon except itself.	Generation IX	1
SymbiosisPasses the bearer's held item to an ally when the ally uses up its item.	Generation VI	4
SynchronizeCopies burns, paralysis, and poison received onto the Pokémon that inflicted them.	Generation III	17
Tablets of RuinLowers Attack of all Pokémon except itself.	Generation IX	1
Tangled FeetDoubles evasion when confused.	Generation IV	9
TechnicianStrengthens moves of 60 base power or less to 1.5× their power.	Generation IV	20
TelepathyProtects against friendly Pokémon's damaging moves.	Generation V	25
Tera ShiftWhen Terapagos enters the battle, it turns into its Terastal Form until the end of the battle.	Generation IX	1
TeravoltBypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent moves.	Generation V	1
Thermal ExchangeRaises Attack when hit by a Fire-type move. Cannot be burned.	Generation IX	3
Thick FatHalves damage from Fire and Ice moves.	Generation III	26
Tinted LensDoubles damage inflicted with not-very-effective moves.	Generation IV	11
TorrentStrengthens Water moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.	Generation III	29
Tough ClawsStrengthens moves that make contact to 1.33× their power.	Generation VI	3
Toxic BoostIncreases Attack to 1.5× when poisoned.	Generation V	1
Toxic ChainMay cause bad poisoning when the Pokémon hits an opponent with a move.	Generation IX	3
Toxic DebrisScatters poison spikes at the feet of the opposing team when the Pokémon takes damage from physical moves.	Generation IX	2
TraceCopies an opponent's ability upon entering battle.	Generation III	5
TransistorPowers up Electric-type moves.	Generation VIII	1
TriageThis Pokémon's healing moves have their priority increased by 3.	Generation VII	1
TruantSkips every second turn.	Generation III	3
TurboblazeBypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent moves.	Generation V	1
UnawareIgnores other Pokémon's stat modifiers for damage and accuracy calculation.	Generation IV	14
UnburdenDoubles Speed upon using or losing a held item.	Generation IV	17
UnnervePrevents opposing Pokémon from eating held Berries.	Generation V	25
Unseen FistContact moves can strike through Protect/Detect.	Generation VIII	1
Vessel of RuinLowers Special Attack of all Pokémon except itself.	Generation IX	1
Victory StarIncreases moves' accuracy to 1.1× for friendly Pokémon.	Generation V	1
Vital SpiritPrevents sleep.	Generation III	14
Volt AbsorbAbsorbs Electric moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.	Generation III	12
Wandering SpiritSwaps abilities with opponents on contact.	Generation VIII	1
Water AbsorbAbsorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.	Generation III	26
Water BubbleHalves damage from Fire moves, doubles damage of Water moves, and prevents burns.	Generation VII	2
Water CompactionRaises this Pokémon's Defense by two stages when it's hit by a Water move.	Generation VII	2
Water VeilPrevents burns.	Generation III	13
Weak ArmorRaises Speed and lowers Defense by one stage each upon being hit by a physical move.	Generation V	23
Well-Baked BodyImmune to Fire-type moves, and Defense is sharply boosted.	Generation IX	1
White SmokePrevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.	Generation III	4
Wimp OutThis Pokémon automatically switches out when its HP drops below half.	Generation VII	1
Wind PowerWhen hit by a wind move, the power of the next Electric-type move it uses is doubled.	Generation IX	2
Wind RiderGives immunity to wind moves, and causes the Pokémon's Attack to increase by one stage when hit by one.	Generation IX	3
Wonder GuardProtects against damaging moves that are not super effective.	Generation III	1
Wonder SkinLowers incoming non-damaging moves' base accuracy to exactly 50%.	Generation V	5
Zen ModeChanges Darmanitan's form after each turn depending on its HP: Zen Mode below 50% max HP, and Standard Mode otherwise.	Generation V	1
Zero to HeroTransforms into its Hero Form when switching out.	Generation IX	1