#0598 · Original Unova #104 · black white · gen 5
Thorn Pod Pokémon
It fights by swinging around its three spiky feelers. A hit from these steel spikes can reduce a boulder to rubble.
Total: 489
Iron Barbs
Damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.
EV yield (current): +2 DEF
No encounter data for this game
| Level | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TackleA physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the target with its whole body.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 50 | 100% | |
| 1 | HardenThe user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | CurseA move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types.▶ Specific move | Ghost | — | — | |
| 1 | RolloutThe user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.▶ Selected Pokémon | Rock | 30 | 90% | |
| 1 | Rock ClimbThe user attacks the target by smashing into it with incredible force. It may also confuse the target.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 90 | 85% | |
| 6 | RolloutThe user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.▶ Selected Pokémon | Rock | 30 | 90% | |
| 9 | CurseA move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types.▶ Specific move | Ghost | — | — | |
| 14 | Metal ClawThe target is raked with steel claws. It may also raise the user’s Attack stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | 50 | 95% | |
| 18 | Pin MissileSharp spikes are shot at the target in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row.▶ Selected Pokémon | Bug | 14 | 85% | |
| 21 | Gyro BallThe user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user, the greater the damage.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | — | 100% | |
| 26 | Iron DefenseThe user hardens its body’s surface like iron, sharply raising its Defense stat.▶ User | Steel | — | — | |
| 30 | Mirror ShotThe user looses a flash of energy at the target from its polished body. It may also lower the target’s accuracy.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | 65 | 85% | |
| 35 | IngrainThe user lays roots that restore its HP on every turn. Because it is rooted, it can’t switch out.▶ User | Grass | — | — | |
| 38 | Self-DestructThe user attacks everything around it by causing an explosion. The user faints upon using this move.▶ All other Pokémon | Normal | 200 | 100% | |
| 40 | Power WhipThe user violently whirls its vines or tentacles to harshly lash the target.▶ Selected Pokémon | Grass | 120 | 85% | |
| 46 | Iron HeadThe user slams the target with its steel-hard head. It may also make the target flinch.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | 80 | 100% | |
| 53 | PaybackIf the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.▶ Selected Pokémon | Dark | 50 | 100% | |
| 61 | Flash CannonThe user gathers all its light energy and releases it at once. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | 80 | 100% | |
| 67 | ExplosionThe user explodes to inflict damage on those around it. The user faints upon using this move.▶ All other Pokémon | Normal | 250 | 100% |
| TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM01 | Hone ClawsThe user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.▶ User | Dark | — | — | |
| TM06 | ToxicA move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Poison |
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| 90% |
| TM10 | Hidden PowerA unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 1 | 100% |
| TM11 | Sunny DayThe user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.▶ Entire field | Fire | — | — |
| TM15 | Hyper BeamThe target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 150 | 90% |
| TM17 | ProtectIt enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM21 | FrustrationA full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM22 | Solar BeamA two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Grass | 120 | 100% |
| TM24 | ThunderboltA strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 95 | 100% |
| TM25 | ThunderA wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | 120 | 70% |
| TM27 | ReturnA full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM32 | Double TeamBy moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM37 | SandstormA five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.▶ Entire field | Rock | — | — |
| TM40 | Aerial AceThe user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.▶ Selected Pokémon | Flying | 60 | — |
| TM42 | FacadeAn attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% |
| TM44 | RestThe user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.▶ User | Psychic | — | — |
| TM48 | RoundThe user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 60 | 100% |
| TM53 | Energy BallThe user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.▶ Selected Pokémon | Grass | 80 | 100% |
| TM64 | ExplosionThe user explodes to inflict damage on those around it. The user faints upon using this move.▶ All other Pokémon | Normal | 250 | 100% |
| TM65 | Shadow ClawThe user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ghost | 70 | 100% |
| TM66 | PaybackIf the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.▶ Selected Pokémon | Dark | 50 | 100% |
| TM68 | Giga ImpactThe user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 150 | 90% |
| TM69 | Rock PolishThe user polishes its body to reduce drag. It can sharply raise the Speed stat.▶ User | Rock | — | — |
| TM70 | FlashThe user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% |
| TM73 | Thunder WaveA weak electric charge is launched at the target. It causes paralysis if it hits.▶ Selected Pokémon | Electric | — | 100% |
| TM74 | Gyro BallThe user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user, the greater the damage.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | — | 100% |
| TM75 | Swords DanceA frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM78 | BulldozeThe user stomps down on the ground and attacks everything in the area. Hit Pokémon’s Speed stat is reduced.▶ All other Pokémon | Ground | 60 | 100% |
| TM84 | Poison JabThe target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.▶ Selected Pokémon | Poison | 80 | 100% |
| TM86 | Grass KnotThe user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the damage.▶ Selected Pokémon | Grass | — | 100% |
| TM87 | SwaggerThe user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 90% |
| TM90 | SubstituteThe user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| TM91 | Flash CannonThe user gathers all its light energy and releases it at once. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Steel | 80 | 100% |
| TM94 | Rock SmashThe user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Fighting | 40 | 100% |
| HM01 | CutThe target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 50 | 95% |
| HM04 | StrengthThe target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 80 | 100% |
