Learn about the Roost move in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. It restores 1/2 HP and has a special effect for Flying-type Pokémon in contests.
Move Details:
- Type: Flying
- Damage: -
- Accuracy: 100%
- PP: 10
- Category: Other
Effect: When used, Roost restores 1/2 of the maximum HP of the caster. If the Pokémon is a Flying type, then it will turn into the ??? type for 1 turn and can be hit by ground attacks.
Contest Type: Cool
Contest Effect: When used, the points gained is equal to the voltage the judge.
Tips
- Roost is excellent for extending the longevity of your Pokémon in battle by providing consistent HP recovery.
- Be mindful of the Flying-type transformation; while it allows ground attacks, it might also change type resistances and weaknesses for that turn.
- In contests, the points gained are tied to the judge's current 'voltage', making its effectiveness variable.
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