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Twister

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Twister

Dragon-type special move in Pokémon Sun & Moon.

Move text

The user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at the opposing Pokémon. This may also make them flinch.

Details

Introduced

Generation II

Power

40

Accuracy

100

PP

20

Priority

0

Makes contact?

No

Machine

-

Learners

Pokémon that learn this move naturally by leveling up.

Learners

Pokémon that learn this move through special or alternate methods.

Charizard

#6

FireFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Charizard Mega X

#6

FireDragon
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Charizard Mega Y

#6

FireFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Butterfree

#19

BugFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Wingull

#40

WaterFlying
Egg

Pelipper

#41

WaterFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Pelipper

#41

WaterFlying
Wingull — breeding; retain through evolution

Venomoth

#49

BugPoison
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Smeargle

#58

Normal
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Smeargle

#58

Normal
Permanently copy with Sketch; a source Pokémon must use the move

Zubat

#68

PoisonFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Golbat

#69

PoisonFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Crobat

#70

PoisonFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Spearow

#73

NormalFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Fearow

#74

NormalFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Farfetch’d

#83

NormalFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Onix

#95

RockGround
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Finneon

#108

Water
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Lumineon

#109

Water
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Bagon

#117

Dragon
Egg

Shelgon

#118

Dragon
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Shelgon

#118

Dragon
Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

Salamence

#119

DragonFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Salamence

#119

DragonFlying
Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

Salamence Mega

#119

DragonFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Salamence Mega

#119

DragonFlying
Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

Masquerain

#140

BugFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Articuno

#144

IceFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Zapdos

#145

ElectricFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Moltres

#146

FireFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Mew

#151

Psychic
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Hoothoot

#163

NormalFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Noctowl

#164

NormalFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Togetic

#176

FairyFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Natu

#177

PsychicFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Xatu

#178

PsychicFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Staryu

#184

Water
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Starmie

#185

WaterPsychic
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Skarmory

#208

SteelFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Steelix

#208

SteelGround
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Steelix Mega

#208

SteelGround
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Mantine

#226

WaterFlying
Egg

Vibrava

#236

GroundDragon
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Flygon

#237

GroundDragon
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Hitmontop

#237

Fighting
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Gible

#238

DragonGround
Egg

Gabite

#239

DragonGround
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Gabite

#239

DragonGround
Gible — breeding; retain through evolution

Garchomp

#240

DragonGround
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Garchomp

#240

DragonGround
Gible — breeding; retain through evolution

Garchomp Mega

#240

DragonGround
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Garchomp Mega

#240

DragonGround
Gible — breeding; retain through evolution

Lugia

#249

PsychicFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Ho-Oh

#250

FireFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Beautifly

#267

BugFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Dustox

#269

BugPoison
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Shiftry

#275

GrassDark
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Taillow

#276

NormalFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Murkrow

#277

DarkFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Swellow

#277

NormalFlying
Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Related

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Other moves that share this move type.
MoveTypeClassTMPowerAcc.PPPokémonDescription
Clanging ScalesDragonSpecial

-

11010053

The user rubs the scales on its entire body and makes a huge noise to attack the opposing Pokémon. The user’s Defense stat goes down after the attack.

Core EnforcerDragonSpecial

-

100100104

If the Pokémon the user has inflicted damage on have already used their moves, this move eliminates the effect of the target’s Ability.

Devastating DrakeDragonPhysical

-

--10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

Devastating DrakeDragonSpecial

-

--10

Z-Move reference: requires the appropriate Z-Crystal and compatible base move; cannot be learned as an ordinary move. Only one Z-Move per Trainer per battle. Generic Z-Move power depends on the base move.

Draco MeteorDragonSpecial

-

13090594

Comets are summoned down from the sky onto the target. The attack’s recoil harshly lowers the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

Dragon BreathDragonSpecial

-

601002073

The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015112

The user slashes the target with huge sharp claws.

Dragon DanceDragonStatus

-

--2052

The user vigorously performs a mystic, powerful dance that raises its Attack and Speed stats.

Dragon HammerDragonPhysical

-

90100153

The user uses its body like a hammer to attack the target and inflict damage.

Dragon PulseDragonSpecial

-

8510010137

The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

Dragon RageDragonSpecial

-

-1001045

This attack hits the target with a shock wave of pure rage. This attack always inflicts 40 HP damage.

Dragon RushDragonPhysical

-

100751036

The user tackles the target while exhibiting overwhelming menace. This may also make the target flinch.

Dragon TailDragonPhysical60901085

The target is knocked away, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

Dual ChopDragonPhysical

-

40901571

The user attacks its target by hitting it with brutal strikes. The target is hit twice in a row.

OutrageDragonPhysical

-

12010010169

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.

Roar of TimeDragonSpecial

-

1509052

The user blasts the target with power that distorts even time. The user can’t move on the next turn.

Spacial RendDragonSpecial

-

1009552

The user tears the target along with the space around it. Critical hits land more easily.

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