Ability profile
Slow Start Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation IV
Pokémon with ability
2
Effect
This Pokémon's Attack and Speed are halved for five turns upon entering battle. This ability also takes effect when acquired during battle. If this Pokémon loses its ability before the five turns are up, its Attack and Speed return to normal; if it then regains this ability without leaving battle, its Attack and Speed are halved again, but the counter keeps counting from where it was.
Flavor text
Temporarily halves Attack and Speed.
Quick summary
Slow Start 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
Slow Start first appeared in Generation IV. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Slow Start is used in main-series battles and links to 2 species profiles below.
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