The user pins the target with a dark, arresting look. The target becomes unable to flee.
Mean Look
Mean Look is a Normal-type, Status-class Move. Review its attributes, effect, game availability and every Pokémon able to learn it.
Move description
The user pins the target with a dark, arresting look. The target becomes unable to flee.
Target
One other Pokémon on the field, selected by the trainer.
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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Availability
Interactions
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History across games
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Pokémon that learn Mean Look
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