Guard Spec. in Pokémon Sword & Shield
An item from the Battle Items pocket in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
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An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after it is used in battle.
Short Effect
Protects the active side from opponents’ stat reductions for five turns.
Effect
Applies a Mist-style effect to the user’s side for five turns, preventing applicable stat reductions caused by opposing Pokémon. It does not block self-inflicted stat drops.
Where to Find
Location details
Sold at the southern Poké Mart counter in Hammerlocke. It blocks stat drops for your team for five turns in battle.
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