Soundproof

Summary

Soundproof is an ability that provides immunity to sound-based moves. This immunity extends to a variety of moves such as Hyper Voice, Boomburst, and Perish Song, which can be quite advantageous in both offensive and defensive strategies. By nullifying these moves, Pokémon with Soundproof can avoid damage and status effects that would otherwise impact them.

Interesting Facts: 1. Effectiveness: This ability effectively counters moves that rely on sound, making it a strategic choice in battles where opponents commonly use sound-based attacks. 2. Signature Pokémon: Soundproof is characteristic of Pokémon like Exploud, which thematically matches its auditory attributes. 3. Ability Interaction: It works uniquely against moves like Heal Bell and Perish Song. For instance, Perish Song will not doom a Soundproof Pokémon, giving it a strategic advantage in standoff scenarios. 4. Stat Boosting: While not providing a direct combat boost like some abilities (e.g., Int

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Pokémon with the Soundproof ability

voltorb
Voltorb

Types: Electric

electrode
Electrode

Types: Electric

mr-mime
Mr-Mime

Types: Psychic, Fairy

whismur
Whismur

Types: Normal

loudred
Loudred

Types: Normal

exploud
Exploud

Types: Normal

shieldon
Shieldon

Types: Rock, Steel

bastiodon
Bastiodon

Types: Rock, Steel

mime-jr
Mime-Jr

Types: Psychic, Fairy

snover
Snover

Types: Grass, Ice

abomasnow
Abomasnow

Types: Grass, Ice

bouffalant
Bouffalant

Types: Normal

jangmo-o
Jangmo-O

Types: Dragon

hakamo-o
Hakamo-O

Types: Dragon, Fighting

kommo-o
Kommo-O

Types: Dragon, Fighting

kommo-o-totem
Kommo-O-Totem

Types: Dragon, Fighting

voltorb-hisui
Voltorb-Hisui

Types: Electric, Grass

electrode-hisui
Electrode-Hisui

Types: Electric, Grass