Generation I · Move No. 1

Pound

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

40 Power
100% Accuracy
35 PP
#0001 Pound
Overview

Move description

The target is physically pounded with a long tail, a foreleg, or the like.

Overview

Target

Selected Pokémon

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

Overview

Effect

Inflicts regular damage.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.

Generation I Kanto
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.

18 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Pound

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