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Generation I · Move No. 94

Psychic

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

Psychic Special Moves
90 Power
100% Accuracy
10 PP
#0094 Psychic
Overview

Move description

The target is hit with a strong telekinetic force to inflict damage. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

Overview

Target
Selected Pokémon

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

Overview

Effect

Inflicts regular damage. Has a chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.
Generation I Kanto
Category Inflicts damage; lowers target’s stats
Priority 0
Stat change chance 10%

Stat changes

Special Defense -1

Availability

TR Main series

Location: Watt Trader - 5000W

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Interactions

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

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 1 change
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Psychic

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