Generation 5 · Ability No. 161

Zen Mode

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

Generation V Main series

2 compatible Pokémon

0 variants

8 history records

#0161

Zen Mode

Overview

Full description

This Pokémon switches between Standard Mode and Zen Mode after each turn depending on its HP. Below 50% of its maximum HP, it switches to Zen Mode, and at 50% or above, it switches to Standard Mode. This Pokémon returns to Standard Mode upon leaving battle or losing this ability. This ability has no effect if this Pokémon is not a Darmanitan.

Overview

Effect summary

Changes Darmanitan's form after each turn depending on its HP: Zen Mode below 50% max HP, and Standard Mode otherwise.

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 Zen Mode

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No.555 Darmanitan

Types

Fire

Ability set

Primary Ability Sheer Force Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Zen Mode

No.555 Darmanitan

Types

Ice

Ability set

Primary Ability Gorilla Tactics Secondary Ability Not available Hidden Ability Zen Mode

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