Shadow Tag is one of the many abilities that are inheritable by Pokémon.
Function
Shadow Tag will prevent opposing Pokemon from switching, except when holding a Shed Shell. Does not affect Ghost-type Pokemon or Pokemon with Shadow Tag.
- The use of this ability is prohibited in Ranked PvP.
Inheritable Pokémon
Predominant ability
Primary
| # No. | Pokémon | Type 1 | Type 2 | Ability 1 | Ability 2 | Hidden Ability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202 |  |
Wobbuffet | Psychic | Shadow Tag | Telepathy | ||
| 360 |  |
Wynaut | Psychic | Shadow Tag | Telepathy |
Mega Pokémon
| # No. | Pokémon | Type 1 | Type 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 094 |  |
Mega Gengar | Ghost | Poison |
Hidden ability
| # No. | Pokémon | Type 1 | Type 2 | Ability 1 | Ability 2 | Hidden Ability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 574 |  |
Gothita | Psychic | Frisk | Competitive | Shadow Tag | |
| 575 |  |
Gothorita | Psychic | Frisk | Competitive | Shadow Tag | |
| 576 |  |
Gothitelle | Psychic | Frisk | Competitive | Shadow Tag |