Scope Lens
Summary
Scope Lens is a held item in the Pokémon series that increases the holder's critical hit ratio by one stage. This makes it more likely for the Pokémon holding it to land critical hits, which deal 1.5 times the normal damage. Critical hits are particularly valuable in battles as they not only increase damage output but also bypass any stat changes that have been applied to the target's Defense or Special Defense, making this item useful for maximizing offensive potential.
Introduced in Generation II (Gold and Silver), the Scope Lens has remained a popular item for Pokémon with high attack stats or moves that already have a high critical hit ratio, such as Night Slash or Stone Edge. Combining the Scope Lens with abilities like Super Luck or moves that boost critical hit chances can create a synergistic effect, making critical hits even more frequent. For example, a Pokémon like Absol, which has the Super Luck ability, can benefit greatly from holding a Scope Lens.
In addition to its practical in-game benefits, Scope Lens
Effect
Held: Raises the holder's critical hit counter by 1.
Short Effect: Held: Raises the holder's critical hit ratio by one stage.
Held: Raises the holder's critical hit counter by 1.
Fling Information
Fling Power: 30
Game Descriptions
Item Details
- Cost 4000
- Category Held Items
- Attributes
Game Appearances
| Generation | Game Index |
|---|---|
| Generation III | 198 |
| Generation IV | 232 |
| Generation V | 232 |
| Generation VI | 232 |
| Generation VII | 232 |
| Generation VIII | 232 |