Ability profile
Stakeout Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation VII
Pokémon with ability
9
Effect
This Pokémon's moves have double power against Pokémon that switched in this turn.
Flavor text
Doubles the damage dealt to the target’s replacement if the target switches out.
Quick summary
Stakeout 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
Stakeout first appeared in Generation VII. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Stakeout is used in main-series battles and links to 9 species profiles below.
9 Pokémon can have Stakeout in the official dataset.
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