Ability profile
Bad Dreams Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation IV
Pokémon with ability
1
Effect
Opposing Pokémon take 1/8 of their maximum HP in damage after each turn while they are asleep.
Flavor text
Reduces a sleeping foe’s HP.
Quick summary
Bad Dreams is a main-series ability from Generation IV. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.
Battle context
Generation debut
Generation IV
Bad Dreams first appeared in Generation IV. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Bad Dreams is used in main-series battles and links to 1 species profiles below.
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