Physical
Power60
Accuracy100%
PP20
Primary effect
If the user is not already holding an item it steals the target's held item.
115PokemonView Thief Move Statistics
Detailed technical analysis of the Dark-type physical attack Night SlashPhysicalDarknight-slash
Night Slash Move Specifications and Battle Effectiveness Within Pokemon Champions
Night Slash functions as a physical Dark-type attack that provides a critical-hit ratio boost for the user during combat. Twenty-six distinct creatures possess the ability to utilize this specific slicing maneuver in battle, making it a viable selection for physical offense builds.
MoveNight Slash
Stat profileDark
Power70
Accuracy100%
PP20
PhysicalPriority 0
Understanding the critical-hit scaling and physical damage potential for aggressive team builds.Physical stats
Night Slash as a Precise Physical Dark-Type Offensive Tool
Night Slash functions as a core Dark-type physical strike, distinguished by an inherent increase to the critical-hit ratio during battle. By analyzing its contact-based classification and specific slicing property, players can evaluate how this move fits into existing offensive rotations. It serves as a reliable, direct damage option for targets requiring sustained physical pressure.
Dark TypePhysical CategoryCritical Hit BoostSlicing MoveContact Move
Power
70
Accuracy
100%
Priority
0
Effect rate
—
Battle effectTarget · normalCrit stage +1
This move has a 1-stage Critical-Hit Ratio Boost.
Interpreting movement behaviors and combat rules to optimize offensive strategy in battle scenarios.3 of 10 active
Understanding Night Slash Through Core Mechanical Flags and Interaction Traits
Mechanical flags define how Night Slash functions against passive defenses and field effects. Recognizing the slicing classification and direct contact status allows players to predict interactions with specific items or abilities that trigger based on move mechanics. These traits provide the essential technical clarity needed to account for every battle rule shift.
Slicing MoveContact InteractionCombat MechanicsBattle RulesMove Flags
Makes contactSound-basedPunch moveBiting moveSlicing moveBullet moveWind movePowder moveDefrosts on useBlocked by Protect/Detect
Analyze specific species capable of wielding this high-crit slicing maneuver in competitive scenarios.
Mapping Night Slash Distribution Across the Current Pokemon Roster
Understanding the specific Pokemon that incorporate Night Slash into their natural learnsets provides necessary insight into how the move functions within varied battle strategies. By examining the current roster of twenty-six known users, players gain a practical perspective on which creatures can effectively leverage this boosted critical-hit ratio during intense combat exchanges.
Learnset DistributionRoster IntegrationSlicing MovesCombat UtilitySpecies Research
Evaluating critical-hit mechanics and slicing-based physical move alternatives.6 suggestions · Dark · Physical
Comparative Analysis of Attacks Functionally Similar to Night Slash
Assess move utility by weighing Night Slash against other slicing options and higher critical-hit ratio techniques. Compare damage profiles, contact requirements, and secondary battle traits to determine the most effective setup for specific team builds. These related moves provide essential perspective for refining offensive strategies and optimizing overall combat efficiency.
Move ComparisonPhysical SlicingCritical Hit DataRole AdjacencyOffensive Strategy
Physical
Power1
Accuracy100%
PP12
Primary effect
This move's power and effects depend on the user's held item. The held item is lost after this move is used.
102PokemonView Fling Move Details
Physical
Power50
Accuracy100%
PP12
Primary effect
This move's power is doubled if the user attacks after the target.
72PokemonView Full Payback Move Data
Physical
66PokemonView Bite Move Statistics
Physical
Power65
Accuracy100%
PP20
Primary effect
This move's power is boosted by 50% if the target is holding an item. Causes the target to lose its held item.
66PokemonView Knock Off Move Details
Physical
Power80
Accuracy100%
PP16
Primary effect
Has a 20% chance of lowering the target's Defense stat by 1 stage.
65PokemonView Crunch Move Statistics
Explore More Dark-Type Offensive Capabilities
Review additional Dark-type attacks and physical move profiles to optimize team synergy and battle performance. Compare mechanical effects and move distribution across the entire roster of available creatures.
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