Rough Skin
#024
Effect
Whenever a move makes contact with this Pokémon, the move's user takes 1/8 of its maximum HP in damage. This ability functions identically to Iron Barbs.
Short Description
Damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.
Effect Changes by Version
Diamond Pearl
Inflicts only 1/16 of the attacker's maximum HP in damage.
In-Game Descriptions
Ruby SapphireEmeraldFirered Leafgreen
“Hurts to touch.”
Diamond PearlPlatinumHeartgold Soulsilver
“Inflicts damage to the foe on contact.”
Black WhiteBlack 2 White 2X YOmega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
“Inflicts damage to the attacker on contact.”
Sun MoonUltra Sun Ultra MoonLets Go Pikachu Lets Go EeveeSword Shield
“This Pokémon inflicts damage with its rough skin to the attacker on contact.”
Scarlet Violet
“The Pokémon's rough skin damages attackers that make direct contact with it.”
