Ability profile
Moxie Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation V
Pokémon with ability
16
Effect
This Pokémon's Attack rises one stage upon knocking out another Pokémon, even a friendly Pokémon. This ability does not take effect when the Pokémon indirectly causes another Pokémon to faint, e.g. through poison or Spikes. If this Pokémon knocks out a Pokémon with Mummy, the former's ability will change without taking effect.
Flavor text
Boosts Attack after knocking out any Pokémon.
Quick summary
Moxie 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
Moxie first appeared in Generation V. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Moxie is used in main-series battles and links to 16 species profiles below.
16 Pokémon can have Moxie in the official dataset.
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