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Learn about the Belly Drum move in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. This Normal-type move cuts HP to half but maximizes Attack.

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Learn about the Belly Drum move in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. This Normal-type move cuts HP to half but maximizes Attack.

Type: Normal

Category: Other

Accuracy: 100%

PP: 10

Info: When you use Belly Drum, your Pokémon's current HP will drop to half, but its Attack stat will be maximized to the highest level possible.

Contest Type: Cute

Points Worth: None

Tips
  • This move is best used when your Pokémon has a high HP stat to minimize the impact of losing half its health.
  • Consider using this move when your Pokémon is about to faint anyway, or when you have ways to heal it quickly afterward.
  • Belly Drum is particularly effective on Pokémon with naturally high Attack stats.

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