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Generation I · Move No. 51

Acid

Acid is a Poison-type, Special-class Move. Review its attributes, effect, game availability and every Pokémon able to learn it.

Poison Special Moves
40 Power
100% Accuracy
30 PP
#0051 Acid
Overview

Move description

Opposing Pokémon are attacked with a spray of harsh acid. This may also lower their Sp. Def stats.

Overview

Target
All opponents

All opposing Pokémon.

Overview

Effect

Inflicts regular damage. Has a chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.
Generation I Kanto
Category Inflicts damage; lowers target’s stats
Priority 0
Stat change chance 10%

Stat changes

Special Defense -1

Availability

Main series

Interactions

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Blocked by Detect and Protect Copied by Mirror Move

History across games

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18 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Acid

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