Move Detail

Close Combat

Check what this move does, why it matters, and which Pokemon can use it.

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Close Combat

Fighting · Team safety

The user fights the target up close, inflicting damage without guarding itself. This also lowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def stats.

CategoryPhysicalPower-Accuracy-PP8
Why it mattersHelps your team survive a dangerous turn. Use it when the opponent can knock out an important Pokemon.
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