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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP)
Strength HM Location (TM96) and Pokemon That Learn It
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Strength (TM96) is a Normal-type HM Move (Hidden Move) found in the Lost Tower that allows you to push boulders and access new areas in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP). Learn how and where to get Strength, how and where to use it, and what Pokemon can learn Strength.
| All HM Locations and Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Smash | Cut | Fly | Defog |
| Surf | Strength | Rock Climb | Waterfall |
All HM Locations and How to Use
List of Contents
Where to Get Strength
The Lost Tower on Route 209
You can obtain Strength (TM96) at the top of the Lost Tower on Route 209 after talking to the old ladies in the middle of the room. You can find the Lost Tower on the way to Solaceon Town before obtaining the 3rd Badge.
Getting the 3rd Badge: Walkthrough Part 3
Battle Park Exchange Service Corner
This TM can be purchased at the Exchange Service Corner in the Battle Park during the post game for 40 Battle Points.
How to Use Strength
Press the A Button Towards the Gray Boulder
You can use Strength by pressing the A button towards the gray boulder. Once you have activated the hidden move, walk towards the boulder to move it across the map.
Defeat Byron to Use Strength as a Hidden Move
You cannot use Strength as a Hidden Move unless you have defeated Byron, the gym leader at Canalave City.
He has three Steel type Pokemon that you need to take care of. We recommend having a Rapidash or a Lucario on your team to deal with them.
After defeating him, you can use Strength to push boulders so you can access areas you can't access before.
How to Beat Byron: Canalave City Gym Guide
Use Poketch and Switch to the Hidden Moves Screen
You can also use Strength as a hidden move from the Poketch app. If the Poketch app does not appear in the upper right corner of the screen, press the R button twice. If a small screen is displayed, press the R button once to enlarge it.
Once the Poketch app is displayed, press the red button to switch to the Hidden Moves screen and select Strength from the menu.
It is recommended to simply press the A button towards the gray boulder as it is faster to do so.
Strength - Effect
| Type |  |
|---|---|
| Category |
|
| Power | 80 |
| Accuracy | 100 |
| PP | 15 |
| Effect | The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It's also one of the Poketch's hidden moves. |
| TM | TM96 ▶︎All TM Locations |
Pokemon That Learn Strength
By Default
No Pokemon currently learn this move via this method.
By Level Up
 Machop
(29)
|
 Machoke
(31)
|
 Machamp
(31)
|
 Pinsir
(36)
|
By Evolution
No Pokemon currently learn this move via this method.
By TM
By Egg Move
No Pokemon currently learn this move via this method.
By Move Tutor
No Pokemon currently learn this move via this method.
All HM Locations
| All HM Locations and Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Smash | Cut | Fly | Defog |
| Surf | Strength | Rock Climb | Waterfall |
All HM Locations and How to Use
Pokemon BDSP Related Guides
All TM Moves and Locations
Moves by Type and Category
| Moves by Type | ||
|---|---|---|
 Grass |
 Water |
 Fire |
 Electric |
 Ice |
 Fighting |
 Ground |
 Poison |
 Flying |
 Psychic |
 Bug
|
 Rock |
 Ghost |
 Dragon |
 Dark |
 Steel |
 Fairy |
 Normal |
| Moves by Category | ||
| Physical |
 Special |
 Status |
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Strength HM Location (TM96) and Pokemon That Learn It
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