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Ability field guide

Sniper

Strengthens critical hits to inflict 3× damage rather than 2×.

How it works

This Pokémon inflicts triple damage with critical hits, rather than the usual double damage.

Effects can vary between games. This is the synced main-series reference; check the rules of the game you are playing.

At a glance

Introduced
Generation 4
Standard ability
9
Hidden ability
9

Pokémon have abilities naturally. Hidden abilities use special availability rules that depend on the game.

Pokémon with Sniper

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