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Insomnia

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Insomnia in Pokémon Sword & Shield

Ability used by 13 Sword and Shield Pokémon.

Compound EyesImmunity

Flavor text

The Pokémon's insomnia prevents it from falling asleep.

Short effect

Prevents sleep.

Effect

This Pokémon cannot be asleep. This causes Rest to fail altogether. If a Pokémon is asleep and acquires this ability, it will immediately wake up; this includes when regaining a lost ability upon leaving battle. This ability functions identically to Vital Spirit in battle.

Ability details

Pokémon

13