Maranga Berry

Maranga Berry is a held item in the Pokémon series that activates under specific conditions during battle. When a Pokémon holding a Maranga Berry is hit by a special attack, the berry is consumed, and the holder's Special Defense stat is increased by one stage. This effect can be particularly beneficial for Pokémon with weaker special defenses or those that already serve as special walls but want an extra boost to withstand special attacks.

Interesting Facts about Maranga Berry:

1. Introduced in Generation VI: The Maranga Berry made its debut in Pokémon X and Y, along with other Berries that provided defensive boosts under certain conditions.

2. Strategic Use: In competitive play, Maranga Berry can be strategically used on Pokémon that often face special attackers, like Sylveon or Milotic. It's particularly useful in scenarios such as doubles battles, where predicting an opponent's special attacks is crucial for maintaining team resilience.

3. Berry Harvesting: Like other Berries

Held: When the holder is hit by a special move, increases its Special Defense by one stage.

Short Effect: Held: When the holder is hit by a special move, increases its Special Defense by one stage.

Held: When the holder is hit by a special move, increases its Special Defense by one stage.

Fling Information

Fling Effect: Berry Effect

Fling Power: 10

• Cost 80
• Category Other