Dire Hit
An item from the Battle Items pocket in Pokémon Platinum.
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An item that raises the critical-hit ratio of a Pokémon in battle. It wears off if the Pokémon is withdrawn.
Short Effect
Increases the chance of a critical hit in battle. Raises happiness.
Effect
Used on an active Pokémon in battle: Raises its critical-hit ratio by two stages until it leaves battle. Does not stack with Focus Energy or another Dire Hit. Raises friendship by 1 at friendship 0–199.
Where to Find
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Buy Dire Hit at the second-floor battle-item counter of the Veilstone Department Store in Veilstone City. It sharpens your Pokémon's critical-hit chance for the current battle.
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