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Generation III · Move No. 343

Covet

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

Normal Physical Moves
60 Power
100% Accuracy
25 PP
#0343 Covet
Overview

Move description

The user endearingly approaches the target, then steals the target's held item.

Overview

Target
Selected Pokémon

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

Overview

Effect

Inflicts regular damage. If the target is holding an item and the user is not, the user will permanently take the item. Damage is still inflicted if an item cannot be taken. Pokémon with Sticky Hold or Multitype are immune to the item theft effect. The target cannot recover its item with Recycle. This move cannot be selected by Assist or Metronome.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.
Generation III Hoenn
Category Inflicts damage
Priority 0

Availability

Main series

Interactions

Rules that affect how this move interacts with abilities, items and other moves.

Makes contact Blocked by Detect and Protect Copied by Mirror Move

History across games

See how this move, its values and official descriptions changed across the games.
16 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet 2 changes
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Covet

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