| Type | Psychic |
|---|---|
| Category | Status |
| Power | - |
| Accuracy | - |
| PP | 15 (max. 24) |
| Introduced | Generation III |
Targets a single adjacent Pokemon.
Role Play copies the opponent's ability, replacing its own with that of the target's.
Role Play does not work on Pokemon with Wonder Guard or Multitype.
| Ruby/Sapphire Emerald |
Mimics the target and copies its special ability. |
|---|---|
| FireRed/LeafGreen | The user mimics the foe completely and copies the foe’s ability. |
| Diamond/Pearl Platinum HeartGold/SoulSilver |
The user mimics the foe completely, copying the foe’s natural ability. |
| Black/White | The user mimics the target completely, copying the target’s natural Ability. |
These pokemon learn Role Play 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 Role Play as an egg move. Their breeding groups are also shown for reference.
These pokemon can learn Role Play by the various move tutors in the games.