Shadow Force (move)

Move data

Type Ghost
Category Physical
Power 120
Accuracy 100
PP 5  (max. 8)
Introduced Generation IV

Move target

Foe
Foe
Foe
User
Ally
Ally

Targets a single adjacent Pokemon.

Effects

The user of Shadow Force will vanish instantly on the first turn, disappearing from view and becoming invulnerable to most attacks. On the second turn, Shadow Force deals damage and can hit Pokemon using Protect or Detect. It also removes their effect for the rest of the turn (in double and triple battles).

While disappeared, the Pokemon can only be hit by moves from No Guard Pokemon, or any move following an identify move.

If the user is holding a Power Herb, Shadow Force executes in one turn.



Game descriptions

Diamond/Pearl
Platinum
The user disappears, then strikes the foe on the second turn. It hits even if the foe used Protect.
HeartGold/SoulSilver The user disappears, then strikes the foe on the second turn. It hits even if the foe protects itself.
Black/White The user disappears, then strikes the target on the second turn. It hits even if the target protects itself.

Learnt by level up

These pokemon learn Shadow Force 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.

Giratina
Altered
#487 / Ghost · Dragon
Level 46
Giratina
Origin
#487 / Ghost · Dragon
Level 46