Dragapult's hidden ability is Cursed Body. This unique ability can disable an opponent's move upon contact.
Understanding Dragapult's Abilities
Dragapult, a formidable Dragon/Ghost-type Pokémon, possesses a range of abilities that define its strategic utility in battles. While its standard abilities offer significant advantages, its hidden ability, Cursed Body, provides an additional layer of disruption.
Here's a breakdown of Dragapult's available abilities:
| Ability Name | Type | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Body | Standard | Prevents the Pokémon's stats from being lowered by an opponent's abilities or moves. This ensures Dragapult's offensive and defensive capabilities remain consistent. |
| Infiltrator | Standard | The Pokémon ignores the effects of the target's Light Screen, Reflect, Safeguard, Mist, and Aurora Veil. This allows Dragapult to bypass common defensive setups. |
| Cursed Body | Hidden | When the Pokémon is hit by an attack, there is a 30% chance that the attacking move will become disabled for four turns. This can be a major disruption, forcing the opponent to switch strategies or waste turns. |
The Power of Cursed Body
Cursed Body is particularly impactful because it can neutralize an opponent's key attacking move. For example, if a powerful Physical attacker uses its signature move against Dragapult, there's a chance that move will be disabled, severely limiting the attacker's options for several turns. This can buy time for Dragapult or its teammates to set up, heal, or take down the threat.
Beyond its battle abilities, Dragapult possesses an extraordinary natural capability. By clearing its mind and focusing intensely, Dragapult can make its entire body transparent, rendering it completely invisible. Even the two Dreepy that typically reside in Dragapult's horns become unseen during this remarkable feat of self-control and focus. This unique physical trait underscores Dragapult's elusive and spectral nature, fitting perfectly with its Ghost typing and its ability to surprise opponents.
Strategic Implications
Choosing between Dragapult's abilities depends heavily on team composition and battle strategy:
- Clear Body is excellent for preventing stat-reducing effects, making Dragapult resistant to common debuffs like Intimidate.
- Infiltrator is ideal for offensive teams that need to bypass screens and defensive walls.
- Cursed Body is a fantastic choice for teams looking for disruptive elements. The possibility of disabling an opponent's strongest attack can be a game-changer, especially against Pokémon reliant on one or two powerful moves.
When considering a Dragapult for competitive play, trainers often weigh the consistent utility of Clear Body or Infiltrator against the high-impact, though less reliable, disruption of Cursed Body.
