maschiff

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Maschiff is a Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX.

Type: Dark

Abilities:

Intimidate: Lowers the opposing Pokémon's Attack stat upon entering battle.
Run Away: Guarantees a successful escape from wild battles.
Hidden Ability - Stakeout: Doubles the damage dealt to targets that have switched in on the same turn.

Physical Characteristics:

Maschiff is a small, dog-like Pokémon with a stocky build.
It has a predominantly dark brown body with lighter patches around its eyes and chest, resembling a mask.
Its ears are floppy, giving it a somewhat comical appearance.
The eyes are sharp and expressive, adding to its mischievous demeanor.

Behavior and Habitat:

Maschiff is known to be playful yet cunning, often engaging in playful mischief.
It thrives in urban environments and suburban areas, adapting well to human presence.
This Pokémon is social and often forms packs, working together to execute pranks or strategies against opponents.

In Battle:

Maschiff relies on its ability to outsmart opponents, using its Intimidate ability to lower their Attack.
It excels in battles where it can exploit the opponent's switch-ins using its Stakeout ability.
Notable moves include Bite, Crunch, and Snarl, which capitalize on its Dark-type strengths.
It is strong against Psychic and Ghost types but vulnerable to Fighting, Bug, and Fairy types.

Evolution:

Maschiff evolves into Mabosstiff starting at level 30, transforming into a larger, more formidable version with enhanced abilities.

Interesting Facts:

Its mask-like facial markings are thought to be an evolutionary trait to intimidate predators or rivals.
Maschiff's playful nature makes it a popular choice among trainers who enjoy the antics of their Pokémon.
Despite its mischievous tendencies, it is known for its loyalty and affection towards its trainer.

Front Default

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Min. Lvl 30

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Scarlet: It always scowls in an attempt to make opponents take it seriously, but even crying children will burst into laughter when they see Maschiff’s face.
Violet: Its well-developed jaw and fangs are strong enough to crunch through boulders, and its thick fat makes for an excellent defense.