Lock Capsule
Summary
Lock Capsule is a unique and mysterious item in the Pokémon series. Unlike most items, it doesn't serve a direct in-game function like healing or boosting stats. Instead, the Lock Capsule's primary purpose was to facilitate a cross-generational transfer of another item, TM95 (Snarl), between different iterations of the Pokémon games.
Effects:
- Transfer Mechanism: The Lock Capsule's main use is to securely transfer TM95 (Snarl) from one game to another. This was specifically designed to be transferred from Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver to Pokémon Black and White.
- No Direct In-Game Use: The Lock Capsule cannot be used, sold, or directly applied to a Pokémon for any immediate benefit or effect within the original games where it appears. It's purely a transfer device.
Interesting Facts:
- Event Item: The Lock Capsule was never made available through regular gameplay. It could only be obtained through special distribution events, making it one of the
Effect
Does nothing.
Short Effect: Contains TM95 (Snarl).
Does nothing.
Game Descriptions
A sturdy Capsule that can only be
opened with a special key.
A sturdy Capsule that can only be
opened with a special key.
A sturdy Capsule that can only be
opened with a special key.
A sturdy Capsule that can only
be opened with a special key.
A sturdy Capsule that can only be opened with a
special key.
A sturdy Capsule that can only be opened with a
special key.
A sturdy Capsule that can only be opened with a
special key.
A sturdy Capsule that can only be opened with a
special key.
Item Details
- Cost 0
- Category Unused
Game Appearances
| Generation | Game Index |
|---|---|
| Generation IV | 533 |
| Generation V | 533 |
| Generation VI | 533 |
| Generation VII | 533 |
| Generation VIII | 533 |