Generation I · Move No. 130

Skull Bash

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

130 Power
100% Accuracy
10 PP
#0130 Skull Bash
Overview

Move description

The user tucks in its head to raise its Defense stat on the first turn, then rams the target on the next turn.

Overview

Target

Selected Pokémon

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

Overview

Effect

Inflicts regular damage. Raises the user’s Defense by one stage. User then charges for one turn before attacking. This move cannot be selected by Sleep Talk.

Battle mechanics

Technical behavior, availability and special interactions for this move.

Generation I Kanto
Category Inflicts damage
Priority 0
Condition chance 100%

Availability

Main series

Interactions

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

Makes contact Has a charging turn 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.

16 versions Latest: Sword / Shield 2 changes
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Compatibility

Pokémon that learn Skull Bash

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