Ability profile
Shadow Tag Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation III
Pokémon with ability
6
Effect
While this Pokémon is in battle, opposing Pokémon cannot flee or switch out. Other Pokémon with this ability are unaffected. Pokémon with Run Away can still flee. Pokémon can still switch out with the use of a move or item.
Flavor text
Prevents the foe’s escape.
Quick summary
Shadow Tag is a main-series ability from Generation III. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.
Battle context
Generation debut
Generation III
Shadow Tag first appeared in Generation III. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Shadow Tag is used in main-series battles and links to 6 species profiles below.
6 Pokémon can have Shadow Tag in the official dataset.
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