Swarm
Ability used by 12 Diamond and Pearl Pokémon.
Flavor
In-game flavor text and effect notes for this ability.
Flavor Text
Powers up Bug-type moves in a pinch.
Short Effect
Strengthens Bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
Effect
When this Pokémon has 1/3 or less of its HP remaining, its Bug-type moves inflict 1.5× as much regular damage. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the wild encounter rate is increased.
