Punk-Rock

Punk Rock is an ability introduced in Pokémon Sword and Shield, primarily associated with the Pokémon Toxtricity. This ability provides two main effects:

  1. Boosts Sound-based Moves: Punk Rock increases the power of sound-based moves by 30%. This amplification applies to moves like Boomburst, Overdrive (Toxtricity’s signature move), and Hyper Voice, enhancing their effectiveness in battles.

  2. Reduces Damage from Sound-based Moves: Punk Rock also decreases the damage taken from sound-based moves by 50%. This defensive aspect of the ability offers a tactical advantage against opponents who rely on sound-based attacks.

Interesting Facts:

  • Unique to Toxtricity: As of the latest information, Toxtricity is the only Pokémon species to have access to the Punk Rock ability, which aligns with its electric, punk rock-inspired design and theme.

  • Synergy with Move Pool: Toxtricity’s mov

Effects

Flavor Texts

Pokémon with the Punk-Rock ability

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Toxtricity-Amped

849 - Electric, Poison

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Toxtricity-Low-Key

10184 - Electric, Poison

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Toxtricity-Amped-Gmax

10219 - Electric, Poison

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Toxtricity-Low-Key-Gmax

10228 - Electric, Poison