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Arena Trap

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Arena Trap in Pokémon Black & White

Ability used by 3 Black and White Pokémon.

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Prevents the foe from fleeing.

Short effect

Prevents opponents from fleeing or switching out. Eluded by Flying-types and Pokémon in the air.

Effect

While this Pokémon is in battle, opposing Pokémon cannot flee or switch out. Flying-type Pokémon and Pokémon in the air, e.g. due to Levitate or Magnet Rise, are unaffected. Pokémon with Run Away can still flee. Pokémon can still switch out with the use of a move or item. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the wild encounter rate is doubled.

Ability details

Pokémon

3

Pokémon

Pokémon that can have this ability in this game.