Tm23

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Summary

TM23 (Iron Tail) is a Technical Machine (TM) that teaches the move Iron Tail to various Pokémon. Iron Tail is a Steel-type move with a base power of 100 and an accuracy of 75%. The move has a 30% chance to lower the target's Defense by one stage, making it a powerful offensive option with a potential debuff component.

Interesting Facts: 1. Generation Introduction: TM23 was first introduced in Generation II (Pokémon Gold and Silver) where it has consistently represented the move Iron Tail. 2. Move Type and Variability: As Steel-type moves became more significant with the Fairy-type introduction in Generation VI, Iron Tail became a useful counter against Fairy-type Pokémon. 3. Popular Users: Pokémon with high Attack stats and physical offensive roles, such as Steelix and Aggron, often make good use of Iron Tail due to its significant potential damage output. 4. Variations Across Generations: The

Effect

Teaches Iron Tail to a compatible Pokémon.

Short Effect: Teaches Smack Down to a compatible Pokémon. (Gen IV & III & II: Iron Tail Gen I: Dragon Rage)

Teaches Iron Tail to a compatible Pokémon.

Game Descriptions

Slams the foe with a hard tail. It may lower DEFENSE.

Slams the foe with a hard tail. It may lower DEFENSE.

An attack with a steel-hard tail. It may lower the foe’s DEFENSE stat.

The foe is slammed with a sturdy tail of steel. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat if it hits.

The foe is slammed with a sturdy tail of steel. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat if it hits.

The foe is slammed with a sturdy tail of steel. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat if it hits.

The user throws a stone or projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when it’s hit.

The user throws a stone or projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when it’s hit.

The user throws a stone or similar projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when it’s hit.

The user throws a stone or similar projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when it’s hit.

The user throws a stone or similar projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when it’s hit.

The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it already holds an item.

Item Details

Game Appearances

Generation Game Index
Generation III 311
Generation IV 350
Generation V 350
Generation VI 350
Generation VII 350
Generation VIII 350