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String Shot

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String Shot

Bug-type status move in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Move text

The user blows silk from its mouth that binds opposing Pokémon and harshly lowers their Speed stats.

Details

Introduced

Generation I

Power

-

Accuracy

95

PP

40

Priority

0

Makes contact?

No

Machine

-

Learners

Pokémon that learn this move through special or alternate methods.

Spewpa

Paldea #36

Bug
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Vivillon (Meadow Pattern)

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Archipelago Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Continental Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Elegant Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Fancy Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Garden Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

High Plains Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Icy Snow Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Jungle Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Marine Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Modern Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Monsoon Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Ocean Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Poke Ball Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Polar Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

River Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Sandstorm Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Savanna Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Sun Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Tundra Pattern Vivillon

Paldea #37

BugFlying
Learn before evolving, then retain the move.

Smeargle

Blueberry #40

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Related

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Other moves that share this move type.
MoveTypeClassTMPowerAcc.PPPokémonDescription
Attack OrderBugPhysical

-

90100152

The user calls out its underlings to pummel the target. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

Bug BiteBugPhysical601002076

The user attacks by biting the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

Bug BuzzBugSpecial901001086

The user vibrates to generate a damaging sound wave. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

Defend OrderBugStatus

-

--102

The user calls out its underlings to shield its body, boosting its Defense and Sp. Def stats.

Fell StingerBugPhysical

-

501002515

When the user knocks out a target with this move, the user's Attack stat is boosted drastically.

First ImpressionBugPhysical

-

901001013

Although this move has great power, it works only on the first turn each time the user enters battle.

Fury CutterBugPhysical

-

40952037

The user attacks by slashing the target with scythes, claws, or the like. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession.

InfestationBugSpecial

-

201002019

The target is infested and attacked for four to five turns. The target can't flee during this time.

Leech LifeBugPhysical801001053

The user drains the target's blood. The user's HP is restored by up to half the damage taken by the target.

LungeBugPhysical801001578

The user makes a lunge at the target, attacking with full force. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.

MegahornBugPhysical

-

120851021

Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.

Pin MissileBugPhysical

-

25952018

The user attacks by shooting sharp spikes at the target. This move hits two to five times in a row.

Pollen PuffBugSpecial901001563

The user attacks the enemy with a pollen puff that explodes. If the target is an ally, it gives the ally a pollen puff that restores its HP instead.

PounceBugPhysical5010020111

The user attacks by pouncing on the target. This also lowers the target's Speed stat.

Quiver DanceBugStatus

-

--2033

The user lightly performs a beautiful, mystic dance. This boosts the user's Sp. Atk, Sp. Def, and Speed stats.

Rage PowderBugStatus

-

--2042

The user scatters a cloud of irritating powder to draw attention to itself. Opposing Pokémon aim only at the user.

Silk TrapBugStatus

-

--102

The user spins a silken trap, protecting itself from damage while lowering the Speed stat of any attacker that makes direct contact.

Skitter SmackBugPhysical709010130

The user skitters behind the target to attack. This also lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.

Sticky WebBugStatus

-

--2019

The user weaves a sticky net around the opposing team, which lowers their Speed stats upon switching into battle.

Struggle BugBugSpecial501002071

The user attacks by struggling against opposing Pokémon. This also lowers their Sp. Atk stats.

Tail GlowBugStatus

-

--203

This move can't be used. It's recommended that this move is forgotten. Once forgotten, this move can't be remembered.

U-turnBugPhysical7010020216

After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015111

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes, claws, or the like as if they were a pair of scissors.

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