Ability profile
Trace Pokemon Ability
Generation
Generation III
Pokémon with ability
7
Effect
When this Pokémon enters battle, it copies a random opponent's ability. This ability cannot copy Flower Gift, Forecast, Illusion, Imposter, Multitype, Trace, Wonder Guard, or Zen Mode.
Flavor text
Copies special ability.
Quick summary
Trace 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
Trace first appeared in Generation III. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.
Main series
Yes
Trace is used in main-series battles and links to 7 species profiles below.
7 Pokémon can have Trace in the official dataset.
Fan favorite hub
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