Generation II · Move No. 247

Shadow Ball

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

80 Power
100% Accuracy
15 PP
#0247 Shadow Ball
Overview

Move description

The user attacks by hurling a shadowy blob at the target. 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 II Johto
Category Inflicts damage; lowers target’s stats
Priority 0
Stat change chance 20%

Stat changes

Special Defense -1

Availability

TR Main series

Location: Max Raid Battle Reward - Watt Trader - 3000W

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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 Ballistics-based

History across games

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18 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Shadow Ball

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