Ability profile
Shields Down Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation VII
Pokémon with ability
14
Effect
When this Pokémon enters battle and at the end of each turn, if its HP is 50% or above, it changes into Meteor Form; otherwise, it changes into Core Form. In Meteor Form, it cannot be given a major status ailment (though existing ones are not cured), cannot become drowsy from Yawn, and cannot use Rest (which will simply fail). This ability cannot be copied, replaced, or nullified. This ability only takes effect for Minior.
Flavor text
When its HP becomes half or less, the Pokémon’s shell breaks and it becomes aggressive.
Quick summary
Shields Down is a main-series ability from Generation VII. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.
Battle context
Generation debut
Generation VII
Shields Down first appeared in Generation VII. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Shields Down is used in main-series battles and links to 14 species profiles below.
14 Pokémon can have Shields Down in the official dataset.
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