Anchor Shot

Steel

Summary

Anchor Shot is a Steel-type move with 80 power and 100% accuracy. This move constrains the target by preventing them from switching out or fleeing in battle. It is exclusive to the Pokémon Dhelmise, thematically representing its anchor motif. Besides dealing damage, Anchor Shot's trapping effect can be strategically used to hinder opponents who rely on switching to gain a tactical advantage. This move is particularly valuable in competitive play for controlling the flow of battle and trapping key adversaries.

Effect

Inflicts regular damage. Traps the target.

Short Effect: Traps the target.

Inflicts regular damage. Traps the target.

Game Descriptions

The user entangles the target with its anchor chain while attacking. The target becomes unable to flee.

The user entangles the target with its anchor chain while attacking. The target becomes unable to flee.

The user entangles the target with its anchor chain while attacking. The target becomes unable to flee.

The user entangles the target with its anchor chain while attacking. The target becomes unable to flee.

Move Details

  • Power 80
  • Accuracy 100%
  • PP 20
  • Priority 0
  • Damage Class Physical
  • Generation Generation VII
  • Category Damage