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Generation VII · Move No. 691

Clanging Scales

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

Dragon Special Moves
110 Power
100% Accuracy
5 PP
#0691 Clanging Scales
Overview

Move description

The user rubs the scales on its entire body and makes a huge noise to attack opposing Pokémon. The user's Defense stat is lowered after the attack.

Overview

Target
All opponents

All opposing Pokémon.

Overview

Effect

Inflicts regular damage. Lowers the user’s Defense by one stage.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.
Generation VII Alola
Category Inflicts damage; raises user’s stats
Priority 0
Stat change chance 100%

Stat changes

Defense -1

Availability

Main series

Interactions

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Blocked by Detect and Protect Copied by Mirror Move Sound-based Ignores Substitute

History across games

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6 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Clanging Scales

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