Strengthens Bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.
When this Pokémon has 1/3 or less of its HP remaining, its Bug-type moves inflict 1.5× as much regular damage. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the wild encounter rate is increased.
| ruby sapphire | Ups BUG moves in a pinch. |
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| emerald | Ups BUG moves in a pinch. |
| firered leafgreen | Ups BUG moves in a pinch. |
| diamond pearl | Powers up Bug-type moves in a pinch. |
| platinum | Powers up Bug-type moves in a pinch. |
| heartgold soulsilver | Powers up Bug-type moves in a pinch. |
| black white | Powers up Bug-type moves in a pinch. |
| black 2 white 2 | Powers up Bug-type moves in a pinch. |
| x y | Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon is in trouble. |
| omega ruby alpha sapphire | Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon is in trouble. |
| sun moon | Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low. |
| ultra sun ultra moon | Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low. |
| lets go pikachu lets go eevee | Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low. |
| sword shield | Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low. |
| scarlet violet | Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low. |