Tail Whip
#039
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Power
100%
Accuracy
30
PP
+0
Priority
All Opponents
Target
—
Effect %
Effect
Lowers the target’s Defense by one stage.
Battle Data
Net Good Stats
Category
Contest
Type
Cute
Use After
In-Game Descriptions
Gold SilverCrystal
“Lowers the foe's DEFENSE.”
Ruby SapphireEmerald
“Wags the tail to lower the foe’s DEFENSE.”
Firered Leafgreen
“The user wags its tail cutely, making the foe lower its DEFENSE stat.”
Diamond PearlPlatinumHeartgold Soulsilver
“The user wags its tail cutely, making the foe less wary. The target’s Defense stat is lowered.”
Black WhiteBlack 2 White 2X YOmega Ruby Alpha SapphireSun MoonUltra Sun Ultra MoonLets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee
“The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary and lowering their Defense stat.”
Sword ShieldLegends Arceus
“The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary and lowering their Defense stats.”
Scarlet Violet
“The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary. This lowers their Defense stats.”
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