Generation 3 · Ability No. 68

Swarm

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

Generation III Main series

31 compatible Pokémon

0 variants

17 history records

#0068

Overview

Full description

When this Pokémon has 1/3 or less of its HP remaining, its Bug-type moves inflict 1.5× as much regular damage. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the wild encounter rate is increased.

Overview

Effect summary

Strengthens Bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Timeline

History across games

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

15 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet 2 effect changes

Current compatibility

Pokémon with Swarm

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

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No.15 Beedrill

Types

Insect Poison

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Sniper

No.123 Scyther

Types

Insect Flying

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Technician Hidden Ability Steadfast

No.165 Ledyba

Types

Insect Flying

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Early Bird Hidden Ability Rattled

No.166 Ledian

Types

Insect Flying

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Early Bird Hidden Ability Iron Fist

No.167 Spinarak

Types

Insect Poison

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Insomnia Hidden Ability Sniper

No.168 Ariados

Types

Insect Poison

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Insomnia Hidden Ability Sniper

No.212 Scizor

Types

Insect Metallic

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Technician Hidden Ability Light Metal

No.214 Heracross

Types

Insect Fighting

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Guts Hidden Ability Moxie

No.267 Beautifly

Types

Insect Flying

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Rivalry

No.313 Volbeat

Types

Insect

Ability set

Primary Ability Illuminate Secondary Ability Swarm Hidden Ability Prankster

No.402 Kricketune

Types

Insect

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Technician

No.414 Mothim

Types

Insect Flying

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Tinted Lens

No.540 Sewaddle

Types

Insect Plant

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Chlorophyll Hidden Ability Overcoat

No.542 Leavanny

Types

Insect Plant

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Chlorophyll Hidden Ability Overcoat

No.543 Venipede

Types

Insect Poison

Ability set

Primary Ability Poison Point Secondary Ability Swarm Hidden Ability Speed Boost

No.544 Whirlipede

Types

Insect Poison

Ability set

Primary Ability Poison Point Secondary Ability Swarm Hidden Ability Speed Boost

No.545 Scolipede

Types

Insect Poison

Ability set

Primary Ability Poison Point Secondary Ability Swarm Hidden Ability Speed Boost

No.588 Karrablast

Types

Insect

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Shed Skin Hidden Ability No Guard

No.589 Escavalier

Types

Insect Metallic

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Shell Armor Hidden Ability Overcoat

No.595 Joltik

Types

Insect Electric

Ability set

Primary Ability Compound Eyes Secondary Ability Unnerve Hidden Ability Swarm

No.596 Galvantula

Types

Insect Electric

Ability set

Primary Ability Compound Eyes Secondary Ability Unnerve Hidden Ability Swarm

No.632 Durant

Types

Insect Metallic

Ability set

Primary Ability Swarm Secondary Ability Hustle Hidden Ability Truant

No.636 Larvesta

Types

Insect Fire

Ability set

Primary Ability Flame Body Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Swarm

No.637 Volcarona

Types

Insect Fire

Ability set

Primary Ability Flame Body Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Swarm

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