Ability profile
Moody Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation V
Pokémon with ability
8
Effect
After each turn, one of this Pokémon's stats at random rises two stages, and another falls one stage. If a stat is already at 6 or -6 stages, it will not be chosen to be increased or decreased, respectively.
Flavor text
Raises one stat and lowers another.
Quick summary
Moody is a main-series ability from Generation V. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.
Battle context
Generation debut
Generation V
Moody first appeared in Generation V. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Moody is used in main-series battles and links to 8 species profiles below.
8 Pokémon can have Moody in the official dataset.
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