Fairy Gem

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Summary

Fairy Gem is a consumable held item introduced in Generation VI. When held by a Pokémon, it boosts the power of a single Fairy-type move by 1.3x. This effect is only activated once per battle, as the gem is consumed after use.

Fairy Gem can be strategically used to deliver a powerful Fairy-type attack at a crucial moment, allowing Pokémon to potentially secure a knockout or significantly damage an opponent. It's particularly useful in situations where victory hinges on a single, decisive move.

Interesting facts about Fairy Gem include:

  1. Exclusive Uses: Fairy Gem's unique properties make it particularly effective for Pokémon with powerful Fairy-type STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) moves, like Gardevoir or Togekiss, turning their already strong moves into even more formidable attacks.

  2. Competitive Play: Fairy Gems are less common in competitive play nowadays compared to other items like Leftovers or Life Orb. This is largely due to the one-time-use nature of the

Effect

Held: When the holder uses a damaging Fairy move, the move has 1.5× power and this item is consumed.

Short Effect: Held: When the holder uses a damaging Fairy move, the move has 1.5× power and this item is consumed.

Held: When the holder uses a damaging Fairy move, the move has 1.5× power and this item is consumed.

Game Descriptions

A gem with an essence of the fey. When held, it strengthens the power of a Fairy-type move one time.

A gem with an essence of the fey. When held, it strengthens the power of a Fairy-type move one time.

A gem with an essence of the fey. When held, it strengthens the power of a Fairy-type move one time.

A gem with an essence of the fey. When held, it strengthens the power of a Fairy-type move one time.

A gem with an essence of the fey. When held, it strengthens the power of a Fairy-type move one time.

Item Details

Game Appearances

Generation Game Index
Generation VI 715
Generation VII 715
Generation VIII 715