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In the [[Pokémon anime]], fainting is referred to as being '''unable to battle''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|戦闘不能|sentō funō}}''' ''unable to fight''). These {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} are not always unconscious, but merely do not have the energy, ability, or other reasons to continue battling. | In the [[Pokémon anime]], fainting is referred to as being '''unable to battle''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|戦闘不能|sentō funō}}''' ''unable to fight''). These {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} are not always unconscious, but merely do not have the energy, ability, or other reasons to continue battling. | ||
Fainted Pokémon are often depicted with stunned expressions or as having spirals in their eyes, presumably to emulate dizziness. Since not all Pokémon have eyes, they often have different ways of displaying that they have fainted, such as {{p|Staryu}} and {{p|Starmie}}'s core flashing. | Fainted Pokémon are often depicted with stunned expressions or as having spirals in their eyes, presumably to emulate dizziness. Since not all Pokémon have eyes, they often have different ways of displaying that they have fainted, such as {{p|Staryu}} and {{p|Starmie}}'s core flashing. | ||
During [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}s, {{pkmn|League Conference}} matches, and other battle-oriented {{cat|Pokémon competitions}}, once a Pokémon is deemed unable to battle by a [[Battle judge|judge]], it must be [[recall]]ed and cannot be used again. This rule is also observed during informal battles {{Ash}} has with his [[rival]]s, in which {{an|Brock}} or other person acts as the referee. | During [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}s, {{pkmn|League Conference}} matches, and other battle-oriented {{cat|Pokémon competitions}}, once a Pokémon is deemed unable to battle by a [[Battle judge|judge]], it must be [[recall]]ed and cannot be used again. This rule is also observed during informal battles {{Ash}} has with his [[rival]]s, in which {{an|Brock}} or other person acts as the referee. | ||
In the [[Contest Battle|Battle Stage]] of [[Pokémon Contest]]s, once the [[Contest Judge|panel of judges]]—usually formed by [[Raoul Contesta|Mr. Contesta]], [[Mr. Sukizo]], and [[Nurse Joy]]—decide that a Pokémon is unable to continue battling, a red X mark will appear on the monitors of the judges' desk. This is called Battle Off and indicates that the battle has come to an end. When this happens, the {{pkmn|Coordinator}} with the remaining Pokémon will be declared the winner of the match. | ===Battle Off=== | ||
[[File:Pokémon Contest Battle Off.png|thumb|left|250px|Contest Judges ruling Battle Off]] | |||
In the [[Contest Battle|Battle Stage]] of [[Pokémon Contest]]s, once the [[Contest Judge|panel of judges]]—usually formed by [[Raoul Contesta|Mr. Contesta]], [[Mr. Sukizo]], and [[Nurse Joy]]—decide that a Pokémon is unable to continue battling, a red X mark will appear on the monitors of the judges' desk. This is called Battle Off and indicates that the battle has come to an end, as contestants are not allowed to [[Recall|recall the fainted Pokémon and send a substitute]]. When this happens, the {{pkmn|Coordinator}} with the remaining Pokémon will be declared the winner of the match. | |||
When the judges rule Battle Off for a Pokémon, their decision is promptly announced by the [[Contest announcer|master of ceremonies]] and becomes effective immediately. The decision will be upheld even if the Coordinator feels that his or her Pokémon is able to continue battling, as the judges treat the Pokémon's health as a priority. Coordinators whose Pokémon fainted will have their remaining points depleted and the scoreboard will show the opposing side as the winner. | |||
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==In the TCG== | ==In the TCG== | ||