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Generation I · Move No. 120

Self-Destruct

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

Normal Physical Moves
200 Power
100% Accuracy
5 PP
#0120 Self-Destruct
Overview

Move description

The user attacks everything around it by causing an explosion. The user faints upon using this move.

Overview

Target
All other Pokémon

Every other Pokémon on the field.

Overview

Effect

User faints, even if the attack fails or misses. Inflicts regular damage.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.
Generation I Kanto
Category Inflicts damage
Priority 0

Availability

TM Main series

Location: Buy from the lady rightside of the Battletower in Wyndon (100000)

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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 2 changes
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Self-Destruct

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