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Ability profile

Wimp Out Pokemon Ability

Generation

Generation VII

Pokémon with ability

1

Effect

After this Pokémon is hit by a move, if that move caused this Pokémon's HP to drop below half, it switches out.

Flavor text

The Pokémon cowardly switches out when its HP becomes half or less.

Quick summary

Wimp Out 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

Wimp Out first appeared in Generation VII. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.

Main series

Yes

Wimp Out is used in main-series battles and links to 1 species profiles below.

1 Pokémon can have Wimp Out in the official dataset.

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