Sticky Hold
#060
Effect
This Pokémon's hold item cannot be removed by other Pokémon. Damaging moves that would remove this Pokémon's item can still inflict damage against this Pokémon, e.g. Knock Off or Pluck. This Pokémon can still use moves that involve the loss of its own item, e.g. Fling or Trick. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the encounter rate while fishing is increased.
Short Description
Prevents a held item from being removed by other Pokémon.
Effect Changes by Version
Emerald
Has no overworld effect.
In-Game Descriptions
Ruby SapphireEmeraldFirered Leafgreen
“Prevents item theft.”
Diamond PearlPlatinumHeartgold SoulsilverBlack WhiteBlack 2 White 2X YOmega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
“Protects the Pokémon from item theft.”
Sun MoonUltra Sun Ultra MoonLets Go Pikachu Lets Go EeveeSword Shield
“Items held by the Pokémon are stuck fast and cannot be removed by other Pokémon.”
Scarlet Violet
“The Pokémon's held items cling to its sticky body and cannot be removed by other Pokémon.”
