Ability profile
Iron Fist Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation IV
Pokémon with ability
20
Effect
Moves flagged as being punch-based have 1.2× their base power for this Pokémon. Sucker Punch is not flagged as punch-based; its original, Japanese name only means "surprise attack".
Flavor text
Boosts the power of punching moves.
Quick summary
Iron Fist 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
Iron Fist first appeared in Generation IV. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Iron Fist is used in main-series battles and links to 20 species profiles below.
20 Pokémon can have Iron Fist in the official dataset.
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