Skip to content
appeal, then you get a extra +3 points
Pokémon Platinum

appeal, then you get a extra +3 points

Learn about the Water-type move Clamp in Pokémon Platinum, its damage, accuracy, PP, and contest appeal.

By ···10 min read·Multi-source verified
1 reading this guide  

Learn about the Water-type move Clamp in Pokémon Platinum, its damage, accuracy, PP, and contest appeal.

Clamp is a Physical category move with 35 base damage and 75% accuracy. It has 10 PP (Power Points). When used in battle, Clamp traps the target, causing them to lose HP at the end of each turn for a duration of 2 to 5 turns. In Pokémon Platinum contests, Clamp is classified as a Tough-type move and is worth 3 points for its appeal.

Tips
  • Clamp's trapping effect can be useful for wearing down opponents, especially those that rely on switching out.
  • Consider its accuracy of 75% when deciding to use it, as it may miss.
  • Its contest appeal of 3 points makes it a decent choice for Tough contests.

100% Human-Written. AI Fact-Checked. Community Verified. Learn how AntMag verifies content