Generation 5 · Ability No. 160

Iron Barbs

Learn how Iron Barbs works, which Pokémon can use it and how its text evolved throughout the games.

Generation V Main series

4 compatible Pokémon

0 variants

8 history records

#0160

Overview

Full description

Whenever a move makes contact with this Pokémon, the move's user takes 1/8 of its maximum HP in damage. This ability functions identically to Rough Skin.

Overview

Effect summary

Damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.

Timeline

History across games

See how this Ability and its official descriptions changed across the games.

8 versions Latest: Sword / Shield

Current compatibility

Pokémon with Iron Barbs

Each card combines the Pokémon identity, types and this Ability position in its available set.

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No.597 Ferroseed

Types

Plant Metallic

Ability set

Primary Ability Iron Barbs Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Not available

No.598 Ferrothorn

Types

Plant Metallic

Ability set

Primary Ability Iron Barbs Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Anticipation

No.777 Togedemaru

Types

Electric Metallic

Ability set

Primary Ability Iron Barbs Secondary Ability Lightning Rod Hidden Ability Sturdy

No.777 Togedemaru

Types

Electric Metallic

Ability set

Primary Ability Iron Barbs Secondary Ability Lightning Rod Hidden Ability Sturdy

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