Sticky Barb item sprite

Sticky Barb

Effect

Held: Damaged the holder for 1/8 its max HP. When the holder is struck by a contact move, damages the attacker for 1/8 its max HP; if the attacker is not holding an item, it will take this item.

Found On

Flavor Text

A hold item that damages the holder on every turn. It may latch on to foes that touch the holder.

Diamond Pearl / Platinum

A held item that damages the holder on every turn. It may latch on to foes that touch the holder.

Heartgold Soulsilver

A held item that damages the holder on every turn. It may latch on to foes and allies that touch the holder.

Black White / Black 2 White 2

An item to be held by a Pokémon. It damages the holder every turn and may latch on to Pokémon that touch the holder.

X Y / Sun Moon / Ultra Sun Ultra Moon / Lets Go Pikachu Lets Go Eevee / Sword Shield

Overview

Cost
4000
Pocket
Misc
Category
Bad held items
Fling Power
80

Attributes

  • Holdable
  • Holdable Active