The user attacks by shooting scales two to five times in a row. This move boosts the user's Speed stat but lowers its Defense stat.
Scale Shot
Scale Shot is a Dragon-type, Physical-class Move. Review its attributes, effect, game availability and every Pokémon able to learn it.
Move description
The user attacks by shooting scales two to five times in a row. This move boosts the user's Speed stat but lowers its Defense stat.
Target
One other Pokémon on the field, selected by the trainer.
Effect
Inflicts regular damage two to five times in a row, raising the user’s Speed and lowering the user’s Defense by one stage each upon last hit.
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History across games
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Pokémon that learn Scale Shot
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