Learn about Focus Punch, a Fighting-type physical move in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl with 150 damage and 100% accuracy. It takes two turns to charge.
Type: Fighting
Damage: 150
Accuracy: 100%
PP: 20
Category: Physical
Info: Focus Punch takes two turns to charge. If the Pokémon using Focus Punch is hit by an attack during the charge phase, it will flinch and be unable to attack with Focus Punch on the following turn.
Contest Type: Tough
Points Worth: 1
Contest: If you appealed to the same judge as other Pokémon, then you can use this move to gain an advantage.
- Use Focus Punch when you are confident your Pokémon will not be hit during the charge turn.
- Consider using this move against opponents that are unlikely to attack on their turn or when you have a speed advantage.
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