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Generation IV · Move No. 421

Shadow Claw

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

Ghost Physical Moves
70 Power
100% Accuracy
15 PP
#0421 Shadow Claw
Overview

Move description

The user attacks by slashing the target with a sharp claw made from shadows. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

Overview

Target
Selected Pokémon

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

Overview

Effect

Inflicts regular damage. User’s critical hit rate is one level higher when using this move.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.
Generation IV Sinnoh
Category Inflicts damage
Priority 0
Critical bonus +1

Availability

TM Main series

Location: Cross the Lake of Outrage (Wild Area)

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Interactions

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

Makes contact 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.
13 versions Latest: Scarlet / Violet
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Shadow Claw

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