groundstatusGeneration II

Spikes

#191

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Effect

Scatters spikes around the opposing field, which damage opposing Pokémon that enter the field for 1/8 of their max HP. Pokémon immune to Ground moves are immune to this damage, except during Gravity. Up to three layers of spikes may be laid down, adding 1/16 to the damage done: two layers of spikes damage for 3/16 max HP, and three layers damage for 1/4 max HP. Wonder Guard does not block damage from this effect. Rapid Spin removes this effect from its user’s side of the field. Defog removes this effect from its target’s side of the field.

Short Description

Scatters Spikes, hurting opposing Pokémon that switch in.

Battle Data

Field Effect

TM / HM

tr23

Sword Shield

TM90

Scarlet Violet

Contest

Type

Smart

In-Game Descriptions

Gold SilverCrystal

“Hurts foes when they switch out.”

Ruby Sapphire

“Sets spikes that hurt a foe switching out.”

Emerald

“Sets spikes that hurt a foe switching in.”

Firered Leafgreen

“A trap of spikes is laid around the foe’s party to hurt foes switching in.”

Diamond PearlPlatinumHeartgold Soulsilver

“The user lays a trap of spikes at the foe’s feet. The trap hurts foes that switch into battle.”

Black WhiteBlack 2 White 2X YOmega Ruby Alpha SapphireSun MoonUltra Sun Ultra MoonLets Go Pikachu Lets Go EeveeSword Shield

“The user lays a trap of spikes at the opposing team’s feet. The trap hurts Pokémon that switch into battle.”

Legends Arceus

“The user lays a trap of spikes at the target's feet. The spikes left behind by this attack continue to damage the target for several turns.”

Scarlet Violet

“The user lays a trap of spikes at the feet of the opposing team. The spikes will damage opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.”

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