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Arena Trap

While this Pokémon is in battle, opposing Pokémon cannot flee or switch out. flying-type Pokémon and Pokémon in the air, e.g. due to levitate or magnet rise, are unaffected. Pokémon with run away can still flee. Pokémon can still switch out with the use of a move or item. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the wild encounter rate is doubled.

Generation: III


Pokémon with this ability :

Ability FAQ

What does Arena Trap do?

While this Pokémon is in battle, opposing Pokémon cannot flee or switch out. flying-type Pokémon and Pokémon in the air, e.g. due to levitate or magnet rise, are unaffected. Pokémon with run away can still flee. Pokémon can still switch out with the use of a move or item. Overworld: If the lead Pokémon has this ability, the wild encounter rate is doubled.

Which generation introduced Arena Trap?

Introduced in III.

How many Pokémon have Arena Trap?

3 Pokémon can have this ability.

Does Arena Trap have flavor text?

Prevents fleeing.

What is Arena Trap's short effect?

Prevents opponents from fleeing or switching out. Eluded by flying-types and Pokémon in the air.