Tail Whip
Normal
Effect Summary
Lowers the target's Special Defense
by one stage.
by one stage.Detailed Effect
Tail Whip lowers the target's Defense
by one stage.
Stats
can be lowered to a minimum of -6 stages each.
by one stage.
Stats
can be lowered to a minimum of -6 stages each.Description
C
GS
Lowers the foe's DEFENSE.
E
RS
Wags the tail to lower the foe’s DEFENSE.
FRLG
The user wags its tail cutely, making the foe lower its DEFENSE stat.
DP
HGSS
PL
The user wags its tail cutely, making the foe less wary. The target’s Defense stat is lowered.
B2W2
BW
ORAS
XY
LGPLGE
SM
USUM
The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary and lowering their Defense stat.
SWSH
The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary and lowering their Defense stats.
Additional Information
Move Target
All Adjacent Enemies
Affects multiple adjacent enemies simultaneously.
Cannot selectCan selectWill select
Effect Type
Good Stat Decrease
Lowers the target's or other enemies' stats.
Interactions3
Blocked by Detect and Protect
Reflectable
This move may be reflected back at the user with Magic Coat or Magic Bounce.
Copied by Mirror Move
A Pokémon targeted by this move can use Mirror Move to copy it.
Other Languages
Level Up
Egg Breeding
Contest Information
Contest
Cute
Pink
Sweet FlavorContest Effect
If user appeals last this turn, earns six points instead of two.
The appeal works great if performed last.
Appeal❤️❤️
Jam
Super Contest
Prevents the Voltage from going down in the same turn.
Appeal❤️❤️