Net Ball is a type of Poké Ball that is particularly effective at catching Water-type and Bug-type Pokémon. When used against these types, the Net Ball has a catch rate modifier of 3.5× in games from Generation VI onwards, and a 3× modifier in previous generations. For Pokémon that do not belong to either type, the Net Ball performs the same as a standard Poké Ball, with a catch rate modifier of 1×.
Effects: 1. Increased Catch Rate: The Net Ball's primary feature is its enhanced ability to catch Water-type and Bug-type Pokémon, significantly improving the chances of capture compared to a regular Poké Ball. This makes it especially useful for trainers focusing on these types, whether for team building or completing the Pokédex. 2. Utility in Specific Locations: Given that many Water-type Pokémon are found while fishing or surfing and Bug-type Pokémon are often encountered in forests and bug-catching events, the Net Ball can
Used in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon. If the wild Pokémon is water- or bug-type, this ball has a catch rate of 3×. Otherwise, it has a catch rate of 1×. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost.
Short Effect: Tries to catch a wild Pokémon. Success rate is 3× for water and bug Pokémon.
Used in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon. If the wild Pokémon is water- or bug-type, this ball has a catch rate of 3×. Otherwise, it has a catch rate of 1×. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost.
Generation | Game Index |
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Generation III | 6 |
Generation IV | 6 |
Generation V | 6 |
Generation VI | 6 |
Generation VII | 6 |
Generation VIII | 6 |
Created by Ryo Ueda for the Lost Thunder set.
Created by Ryo Ueda for the Lost Thunder set.
Created by Ryo Ueda for the Lost Thunder set.