Octolock (move)
Octolock たこがため Octopus Hold | ||||||||||||
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Octolock (Japanese: たこがため Octopus Hold) is a non-damaging Fighting-type move introduced in Generation VIII. It is the signature move of Grapploct.
Effect
Octolock prevents the target from fleeing or switching out. At the end of each turn, the target's Defense and Special Defense are lowered by one stage each. If the user switches out, the target will be freed.
Generation VIII
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Octolock cannot be selected in a battle.
Generation IX
Octolock cannot be selected in a battle.
Description
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Learnset
By leveling up
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Bold indicates a Pokémon gains STAB from this move. Italics indicates a Pokémon whose evolution or alternate form receives STAB from this move. A dash (−) indicates a Pokémon cannot learn the move by the designated method. An empty cell indicates a Pokémon that is unavailable in that game/generation. |
In animation
Pokémon animated series
The user wraps its tentacles around the opponent, preventing them from moving. | |||
Pokémon | Method | ||
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User | First Used In | Notes | |
Grapploct wraps its tentacles around the opponent, preventing them from moving. | |||
Bea's Grapploct | Solitary and Menacing! | Debut |
In other languages
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