*Ī variable move that changes type and power depending on the hidden ability of the Pokémon using it. *Īn attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the user.Ī unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it. The attack power varies among different Pokémon. Hidden Power cannot be selected in a battle.Ī peculiar move that changes type and power depending on the Pokémon using it. Hidden Power is always treated as Normal-type for Z-Move mechanics, and can be upgraded to Breakneck Blitz by a Normalium Z. If the user is under the effect of Electrify, Hidden Power's type will become Electric, regardless of the user's IVs. The method for determining the type of Hidden Power is the same as Generations III to V, so a Fairy-type Hidden Power is not possible.ĭue to never being a Normal-type move, Hidden Power is unaffected by Pixilate, Refrigerate, Aerilate, and Ion Deluge. Hidden Power's base power is now always 60. Hidden Power is no longer affected by Normalize. Hidden Power is a special move regardless of its actual type, so it can now be countered by Mirror Coat but not by Counter.įire-type Hidden Power can now thaw a frozen target. Hidden Power cannot thaw a frozen target, even if its actual type is Fire. For other purposes, the damage category of Hidden Power matches its type. Regardless of Hidden Power's actual type and damage category, Hidden Power can be countered by Counter but not by Mirror Coat. For instance, a Bug-type Pokémon will receive same-type attack bonus when using a Bug-type Hidden Power. Hidden Power receives a same-type attack bonus. It can be any type that exists in Generation II other than Normal and ?. The power varies between 31 and 70 in Generation II, and varies between 30 and 70 in Generations III to V.

Hidden Power inflicts damage using a type and power determined by the user's IVs.

Effect Main article: Hidden Power (move)/Calculation Generations II and III

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