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Ghost-Tera-Shard is an item introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, pivotal in the games' mechanics surrounding the Terastal phenomenon. When a Pokémon uses a Ghost-Tera-Shard, it allows them to change their Tera Type to Ghost. This transformation can be advantageous in battles by altering the Pokémon's type matchup, making it resistant or immune to certain attacks and capable of leveraging Ghost-type offensive moves more effectively.
Changing a Pokémon's Tera Type can also surprise opponents who may predict a different strategy based on the Pokémon's usual typing. This added layer of unpredictability can swing the momentum of a battle. For instance, a Pokémon like Tyranitar, known for its Rock/Dark typing, can use a Ghost-Tera-Shard to unexpectedly avoid Fighting-type moves, a common counter.
Terastalizing affects both offensive and defensive play, providing unique strategic opportunities. Ghost-type moves benefit from STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), enhancing their damage output. Furthermore, this type change
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