| Type | Normal |
|---|---|
| Category | Status |
| Power | - |
| Accuracy | - |
| PP | 30 (max. 48) |
| Introduced | Generation I |
Targets the user.
Harden raises the user's Defense by one stage.
Stats can be raised to a maximum of +6 stages each.
| Gold/Silver Crystal |
Raises the user’s DEFENSE. |
|---|---|
| Ruby/Sapphire Emerald |
Stiffens the body’s muscles to raise DEFENSE. |
| FireRed/LeafGreen Diamond/Pearl Platinum HeartGold/SoulSilver Black/White |
The user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its DEFENSE stat. |
These pokemon learn Harden at the level specified. The level numbers given are for Pokemon Black & White and may vary in other games; check the pokemon's dex page for details.
These pokemon can learn Harden as an egg move. Their breeding groups are also shown for reference.