Quick Ball

Summary

Quick Ball is a type of Poké Ball in the Pokémon series renowned for its unique capture mechanism. It offers the best chance of success when thrown at the beginning of a wild Pokémon encounter. Specifically, the Quick Ball boasts a 5× catch rate multiplier if used on the very first turn. However, this capture rate significantly diminishes in subsequent turns, falling back to a 1× multiplier, which is equivalent to that of a standard Poké Ball.

This item is highly valued by trainers who seek to efficiently catch Pokémon without prolonged battles, taking full advantage of the high initial capture rate. Its design is characterized by a distinct blue and yellow color scheme, making it easily recognizable.

Other interesting facts include: - The Quick Ball was introduced in Generation IV, specifically in the Pokémon Diamond and Pearl games. - Due to its effectiveness, the Quick Ball is often used by speedrunners and competitive players aiming to complete Pokédex quests rapidly. - While it excels at the start of an

Effect

Used in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon, using a catch rate of 4× on the first turn of a battle, but 1× any other time. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost.

Short Effect: Tries to catch a wild Pokémon. Success rate is 4× (Gen V: 5×), but only on the first turn.

Used in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon, using a catch rate of 4× on the first turn of a battle, but 1× any other time. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost.