Spikes

Spikes Battle Data

Type

Ground

Category

Status

Power

—

Accuracy

—

PP

20

Priority

0

Target

Opponent’s field

Introduced

Generation II

Contest type

Smart

Spikes Effect

Scatters spikes around the opposing field, which damage opposing Pokémon that enter the field for 1/8 of their max HP. Pokémon immune to Ground moves are immune to this damage, except during Gravity. Up to three layers of spikes may be laid down, adding 1/16 to the damage done: two layers of spikes damage for 3/16 max HP, and three layers damage for 1/4 max HP. Wonder Guard does not block damage from this effect. Rapid Spin removes this effect from its user’s side of the field. Defog removes this effect from its target’s side of the field.

“The user lays a trap of spikes at the feet of the opposing team. The spikes will damage opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.”

Target: The opposing side of the field. Affects opposing Pokémon.