Ability profile
Ice Scales Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation VIII
Pokémon with ability
2
Effect
The Pokémon is protected by ice scales, which halve the damage taken from special moves.
Flavor text
The Pokémon is protected by ice scales, which halve the damage taken from special moves.
Quick summary
Ice Scales is a main-series ability from Generation VIII. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.
Battle context
Generation debut
Generation VIII
Ice Scales first appeared in Generation VIII. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Ice Scales is used in main-series battles and links to 2 species profiles below.
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