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Shadow Tag

Shadow Tag

Ability used by 5 Sword and Shield Pokémon.

Flavor

In-game flavor text and effect notes for this ability.

Flavor Text

This Pokémon steps on the opposing Pokémon’s shadow to prevent it from escaping.

Short Effect

Prevents opponents from fleeing or switching out.

Effect

While this Pokémon is in battle, opposing Pokémon cannot flee or switch out. Other Pokémon with this ability are unaffected. Pokémon with Run Away can still flee. Pokémon can still switch out with the use of a move or item.

Pokémon

Pokémon that can have this ability in this game.

Wynaut

Galar #216Slot 1

Psychic

Wobbuffet

Galar #217Slot 1

Psychic

Gothita

Galar #267Hidden Ability

Psychic

Gothorita

Galar #268Hidden Ability

Psychic

Gothitelle

Galar #269Hidden Ability

Psychic

Intimidate

Rough Skin

Shadow Tag

Sword and Shield ability

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