Icy Wind is a designated move for Glaceon in Pokémon UNITE, unlocked at Level 4, which provides a unique blend of mobility and burst damage potential by empowering its subsequent auto-attack with launched ice crystals.
Understanding Icy Wind
Icy Wind is a crucial ability in Glaceon's moveset, contributing significantly to its playstyle as a ranged attacker. It allows Glaceon to engage or disengage while preparing for a devastating follow-up attack using its signature ice crystals.
Here are the key aspects of Icy Wind:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Move Type | Offensive, Mobility |
| Unlock Level | Level 4 |
| Core Function | Empowers Glaceon's next basic attack to consume and then instantly restore ice crystals, while also providing a short dash. |
How Icy Wind Works
When Glaceon activates Icy Wind, it performs a series of distinct actions that synergize with its other abilities, particularly its unique ice crystal mechanic:
- Short Dash: Glaceon leaps a short distance in the chosen direction. This provides a quick repositioning tool, useful for dodging attacks, closing gaps, or creating space.
- Empowered Auto Attack: After using Icy Wind, Glaceon's next basic attack within 5 seconds gains significant enhancements:
- Increased Range: The basic attack's reach is extended, allowing Glaceon to hit enemies from a safer distance.
- Ice Crystal Barrage: All stored ice crystals that Glaceon possesses are launched at the target enemy, dealing substantial damage. This is where a large portion of Glaceon's burst damage comes from.
- Ice Crystal Regeneration: Crucially, Glaceon instantly regains the exact same number of ice crystals that were just launched. This mechanic ensures that Glaceon can maintain its ice crystal count for subsequent ability uses, making Icy Wind a cycle of damage and resource management rather than a consumption of resources.
Strategically, Icy Wind is often used to quickly burst down an opponent after accumulating a full set of ice crystals, or to initiate a fight with a quick reposition and a powerful opening attack. Its rapid regeneration of ice crystals after use ensures Glaceon can continue its damage output without interruption.
