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Generation III · Move No. 335

Block

Block is a Normal-type, Status-class Move. Review its attributes, effect, game availability and every Pokémon able to learn it.

Normal Status Moves
— Power
— Accuracy
5 PP
#0335 Block
Overview

Move description

The user blocks the target's way with arms spread wide to prevent the target from fleeing.

Overview

Target
Selected Pokémon

One other Pokémon on the field, selected by the trainer.

Overview

Effect

The target cannot switch out normally. Ignores accuracy and evasion modifiers. This effect ends when the user leaves the field. The target may still escape by using Baton Pass, U-turn, or a Shed Shell. Both the user and the target pass on this effect with Baton Pass.

Battle mechanics

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Generation III Hoenn
Category Unique effect
Priority 0

Availability

Main series

Interactions

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Reflectable Copied by Mirror Move

History across games

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16 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Block

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