Upper Hand

Fighting

Summary

Upper-Hand is a Fighting-type move with 75 power and 100% accuracy. It is a priority move, meaning it allows the user to move first regardless of the opponent's speed. Upper-Hand is especially useful in competitive play for disrupting faster opponents and securing quick knockouts. Additionally, it can bypass the effects of moves like Protect and Detect, making it a versatile and surprising option in battle strategies.

Effect

No effect information available.

Game Descriptions

The user reacts to the target's movement and strikes with the heel of its palm, making the target flinch. This move fails if the target is not readying a priority move.

Move Details

  • Power 65
  • Accuracy 100%
  • PP 15
  • Priority 3
  • Damage Class Physical
  • Generation Generation IX