Generation III · Move No. 278

Recycle

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

Power
Accuracy
10 PP
#0278 Recycle
Overview

Move description

The user recycles a held item that has been used in battle so it can be used again.

Overview

Target

User

The user.

Overview

Effect

User recovers the last item consumed by the user or a Pokémon in its position on the field. The item must be used again before it can be recovered by this move again. If the user is holding an item, this move fails. Items taken or given away by Covet, Knock Off, Switcheroo, Thief, or Trick may not be recovered.

Battle mechanics

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Generation III Hoenn
Category Unique effect
Priority 0

Availability

Main series

Interactions

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Snatchable

History across games

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16 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Recycle

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