When was Shell Trap introduced?

Shell Trap was introduced in Generation VII.

Shell Trap

SpecialCategory

150Power

100%Accuracy

Power150

Accuracy100%

PP5

Status–

CategorySpecial

Priority-3 (Slow)

TargetAll Opponents

GenerationGen VII

The user sets a shell trap. If the user is hit by a physical move, the trap will explode and inflict damage on opposing Pokémon.

# ▲		Name	Type	Abilities	Method	HP	Atk	Def	SpA	SpD	Spe	Total
#776		Turtonator	Fire Dragon	Shell Armor	Lv. 40	60	78	135	91	85	36	485

Move	Cat.	Pow	Acc	PP	Description
Eruption	Special	150	100	5	Inflicts more damage when the user has more HP remaining, with a maximum of 150 power.
Blast Burn	Special	150	90	5	User foregoes its next turn to recharge.
Mind Blown	Special	150	100	5	Inflicts damage, and the user takes damage equal to half of its max HP, rounded up.
Overheat	Special	130	90	5	Lowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.
Blue Flare	Special	130	85	5	Has a chance to burn the target.
Burn Up	Special	130	100	5	Removes the user’s Fire type after inflicting damage.
Armor Cannon	Special	120	100	5	The user shoots its own armor out as blazing projectiles. This also lowers the user’s Defense and Sp. Def stats.
Fire Blast	Special	110	85	5	Has a chance to burn the target.

What type is Shell Trap?

Shell Trap is a Fire-type Special move with 150 base power. It was introduced in Generation VII.

How many Pokemon can learn Shell Trap?

1 Pokemon can learn Shell Trap through various methods including level-up, TM/TR, breeding, and move tutors.

What does Shell Trap do in battle?

Inflicts regular damage. If the user was not yet hit by an opponent’s physical move this turn, this move will fail.

Does Shell Trap have priority?

Yes, Shell Trap has -3 priority, meaning it goes after most other moves regardless of the user's Speed stat.