Ability profile
Swarm Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation III
Pokémon with ability
32
Effect
When this Pokémon has 1/3 or less of its HP remaining, its Bug-type moves inflict 1.5× as much regular damage. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the wild encounter rate is increased.
Flavor text
Ups BUG moves in a pinch.
Quick summary
Swarm 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
Swarm first appeared in Generation III. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Swarm is used in main-series battles and links to 32 species profiles below.
32 Pokémon can have Swarm in the official dataset.
Showing 30 of 32 species
Fan favorite hub
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