Generation VIII Move

Scale Shot

DragonPhysical

Boosts the user’s Speed and lowers their Defense by one stage after inflicting damage two to five times in a row.

  • 25Power
  • 90%Accuracy
  • 20PP
  • 0Priority

Scale Shot Battle Data

Type
Dragon
Category
Physical
Power
25
Accuracy
90%
PP
20
Priority
0
Target
Selected Pokémon
Introduced
Generation VIII

Scale Shot Effect

Inflicts regular damage two to five times in a row, raising the user’s Speed and lowering the user’s Defense by one stage each upon last hit.

“The user attacks by shooting scales two to five times in a row. This move boosts the user's Speed stat but lowers its Defense stat.”

Target: One other Pokémon on the field, selected by the trainer.

Battle Mechanics

Multi-hit
2–5 hits

Scale Shot TM / HM

Taught by these machines:

  • TM200Scarlet & Violet

Pokémon That Learn Scale Shot

81 Pokémon can learn Scale Shot.

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