Bug Gem is a type of held item introduced in Generation V of the Pokémon series. When held by a Pokémon, this single-use item boosts the power of a Bug-type move by 1.5 times (50%) but is consumed after use. Its primary function is to provide a one-time significant power increase to a Bug-type attack, making it a strategic choice for delivering a crucial blow in battle.
Effects: - When a Pokémon holding the Bug Gem uses a Bug-type move, the power of that move is increased by 1.5x. - The Bug Gem is consumed after the move is used, meaning it can only provide its power boost once per battle.
Interesting Facts: 1. Introduction and Generation Presence: The Bug Gem was introduced in Generation V (Pokémon Black and White) and was available in those games as well as Pokémon Black and White 2. However, in Generations VI, VII, and VIII, Bug Gems (along
Held : When the holder uses a damaging bug-type move, the move has 1.5× power and this item is consumed.
Short Effect: Held: When the holder uses a damaging bug-type move, the move has 1.5× power and this item is consumed.
Held : When the holder uses a damaging bug-type move, the move has 1.5× power and this item is consumed.
| Generation | Game Index |
|---|---|
| Generation V | 558 |
| Generation VI | 558 |
| Generation VII | 558 |
| Generation VIII | 558 |