Guard Spec

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Countable Consumable Usable In Battle Holdable

Summary

Guard Spec. is an item in the Pokémon series that provides protection for a team's stats during battle. When used in battle, it creates a temporary shield that prevents stat reductions for all Pokémon on the player's side for 5 turns. This protection includes all stats, such as Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed, insulating Pokémon from moves like Growl, Screech, or Tail Whip that typically lower stats.

Guard Spec. is particularly useful in battles where the opponent frequently uses stat-reducing moves, allowing the player's Pokémon to maintain their full strength without being hindered by status moves. This can be strategically advantageous in both in-game battles and competitive play, although it is generally more common in single-player modes due to other competitive items often taking precedence.

Other interesting facts about the Guard Spec. include its availability and usage history: - Introduction: Guard Spec. made its first appearance in the original Pokémon Red and Blue games. - Acquisition:

Effect

Used on a party Pokémon in battle : Protects the target's stats from being lowered for the next five turns. Increases happiness by 1/1/0.

Short Effect: Prevents stat changes in battle for five turns in battle. Raises happiness.

Used on a party Pokémon in battle : Protects the target's stats from being lowered for the next five turns. Increases happiness by 1/1/0.

Fling Information

Fling Power: 30

Game Descriptions

Prevents stat reduction when used in battle.

Prevents stat reduction when used in battle.

An item that prevents stat reduction among party POKéMON for five turns after use.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after use.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after use.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after use.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after use.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after use.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after it is used in battle.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after it is used in battle.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after it is used in battle.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after it is used in battle.

An item that prevents stat reduction among the Trainer’s party Pokémon for five turns after it is used in battle.

Item Details

Game Appearances

Generation Game Index
Generation III 73
Generation IV 55
Generation V 55
Generation VI 55
Generation VII 55
Generation VIII 55