Defiant - Everything You Need to Know

Introduction

Defiant is an ability that raises a Pokémon's Attack stat by two stages upon having any of its stats lowered. This ability was introduced in Generation V and can be obtained as both a regular and hidden ability. Currently, there are 15 Pokémon that possess Defiant.

Pokémon with Defiant

The following Pokémon can have Defiant as either a regular or hidden ability:

• Accelgor
• Amoonguss
• Braviary
• Carracosta
• Conkeldurr
• Crustle
• Cufant
• Copperajah
• Fraxure
• Hakamo-o
• Haxorus
• Heatmor
• Krookodile
• Sawk
• Throh

How Defiant Works

When a Pokémon with Defiant has any of its stats lowered, its Attack stat will increase by two stages. This increase is applied before any other modifiers, such as those from held items or abilities. Defiant can be triggered multiple times in a single turn, as long as the Pokémon's stats continue to be lowered.

Advantages of Defiant

Defiant can be a very effective ability for Pokémon that rely on physical attacks. By boosting their Attack stat by two stages, Defiant can significantly increase their damage output. This can be especially useful against opponents that use status moves or abilities that lower stats.

Disadvantages of Defiant

While Defiant can be a powerful ability, it also has some drawbacks. First, it only activates when the Pokémon's stats are lowered. This means that it can be difficult to rely on Defiant in all situations. Second, Defiant does not protect the Pokémon from other stat-lowering effects, such as those from paralysis or confusion.

Conclusion

Defiant is a powerful ability that can be very effective for Pokémon that rely on physical attacks. However, it also has some drawbacks that should be considered before using it. If you are looking for an ability that can boost your Pokémon's Attack stat, Defiant is a great option to consider.