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List of Physical Moves

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List of Physical Moves

Physical Moves draw power from the user's Attack Stat. Read on to see the list of all Physical moves in Pokemon Legends:Z-A.

List of Physical Moves

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Move Type Power Cooldown Details
Aerial Ace
(TM 022)
Pokemon Flying Type IconFlying 60 9 The user attacks by confounding targets with swift movements before slashing.
Aqua Jet Pokemon Water Type IconWater 40 3 The user attacks by lunging toward targets with blinding speed.
Bite Pokemon Dark Type IconDark 60 6 The user attacks by biting targets with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make targets flinch.
Body Slam
(TM 033)
Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 85 8 The user attacks by dropping onto targets with its full body weight. This may also leave targets paralyzed.
Bounce Pokemon Flying Type IconFlying 85 12 The user attacks by bouncing up and disappearing into the sky for a short time, then dropping down onto targets. This may also leave targets paralyzed.
Brave Bird Pokemon Flying Type IconFlying 120 10 The user attacks by tucking its wings and charging at targets from a low altitude. The user will also take some damage.
Breaking Swipe Pokemon Dragon Type IconDragon 60 9 The user attacks by wildly swinging its tough tail. This also lowers targets' Attack stats for a short time.
Brick Break
(TM 010)
Pokemon Fighting Type IconFighting 75 7 The user attacks with a swift chop. This move can also break barriers such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Brutal Swing Pokemon Dark Type IconDark 60 6 The user attacks everything nearby by swinging about violently.
Bulldoze
(TM 078)
Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 60 6 The user attacks targets by stomping on the ground. This also makes targets move more slowly for a short time.
Bullet Punch Pokemon Steel Type IconSteel 40 3 The user attacks with a flurry of tough punches as fast as bullets.
Bullet Seed
(TM 040)
Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 15 6 The user attacks by forcefully shooting out five seeds, one after the other.
Close Combat
(TM 107)
Pokemon Fighting Type IconFighting 120 12 The user attacks by abandoning defense and charging in close to targets. This lowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def stats for a short time.
Crunch
(TM 025)
Pokemon Dark Type IconDark 80 8 The user attacks by crunching targets up with sharp fangs. This may also lower targets' Defense stats.
Dig
(TM 028)
Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 80 12 The user attacks by disappearing underground for a short time, then surfacing to strike targets.
Double-Edge
(TM 056)
Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 120 10 The user attacks with a reckless, all-out charge. The user will also take some damage.
Dragon Claw
(TM 002)
Pokemon Dragon Type IconDragon 80 8 The user attacks by slicing targets with huge, sharp claws.
Dragon Rush Pokemon Dragon Type IconDragon 100 12 The user attacks by tackling targets while exhibiting overwhelming menace. This may also make targets flinch.
Drill Run Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 80 8 The user attacks by crashing into targets while rotating like a drill. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Dynamic Punch Pokemon Fighting Type IconFighting 100 12 The user attacks by punching targets with full concentrated power. This also leaves targets confused without fail.
Earthquake
(TM 069)
Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 100 10 The user attacks by setting off an earthquake that strikes a wide area.
Explosion Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 250 15 The user emits tremendous explosive force, causing damage across a wide area. The user faints after using this move.
Extreme Speed Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 65 3 The user attacks by charging into targets with blinding speed.
Fire Fang
(TM 014)
Pokemon Fire Type IconFire 65 6 The user attacks by biting targets with flame-cloaked fangs. This may also make targets flinch or leave them with a burn.
Fire Punch
(TM 029)
Pokemon Fire Type IconFire 75 7 The user attacks with a fiery punch. This may also leave targets with a burn.
Flame Wheel Pokemon Fire Type IconFire 60 6 The user attacks by charging forward while wrapped in flames. This may also leave targets with a burn.
Flare Blitz
(TM 104)
Pokemon Fire Type IconFire 120 8 The user attacks by charging forward while cloaked in flames. This may leave targets with a burn. The user will also take some damage.
Flip Turn
(TM 009)
Pokemon Water Type IconWater 60 12 The user attacks by dishing out a quick blow, then rushes back to its Trainer with incredible speed.
Fly
(TM 043)
Pokemon Flying Type IconFlying 90 12 The user attacks by disappearing high into the sky for a short time, then swooping back down.
Flying Press Pokemon Fighting Type IconFighting 100 9 The user attacks by diving down onto targets from the sky. This move is both Fighting and Flying type simultaneously.
Giga Impact
(TM 055)
Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 150 20 The user attacks by charging into targets using every bit of its power. The recoil will leave the user unable to move for a short time.
Gunk Shot
(TM 100)
Pokemon Poison Type IconPoison 120 10 The user attacks by shooting out filthy garbage. This may also leave targets poisoned.
Head Smash Pokemon Rock Type IconRock 150 10 The user attacks by slamming into targets with a reckless, full-power headbutt. The user will also take some damage.
Headbutt
(TM 001)
Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 70 7 The user attacks by leaning forward and charging headfirst into targets. This may also make targets flinch.
Heat Crash Pokemon Fire Type IconFire - 10 The user attacks by slamming its burning body into targets. The more the user outweighs the target, the greater this move's power.
Heavy Slam Pokemon Steel Type IconSteel 120 10 The user attacks by slamming its heavy body into targets. The more the user outweighs the target, the greater this move's power.
Horn Leech Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 110 9 The user attacks by using its horns to drain targets of their energy. The user's HP will be restored by a portion of the damage dealt.
Ice Fang
(TM 015)
Pokemon Ice Type IconIce 65 6 The user attacks by biting targets with cold-infused fangs. This may also make targets flinch or leave them frozen.
Ice Punch
(TM 024)
Pokemon Ice Type IconIce 75 7 The user attacks with an icy punch. This may also leave targets frozen.
Ice Shard Pokemon Ice Type IconIce 40 3 The user attacks by flash-freezing chunks of ice and hurling them at targets.
Icicle Crash Pokemon Ice Type IconIce 85 8 The user attacks by crashing large icicles down upon targets. This may also make targets flinch.
Iron Head
(TM 058)
Pokemon Steel Type IconSteel 80 8 The user attacks by slamming its steel-hard head into targets. This may also make targets flinch.
Iron Tail
(TM 087)
Pokemon Steel Type IconSteel 100 10 The user attacks by slamming its hard tail into targets. This may also lower targets' Defense stats.
Knock Off
(TM 045)
Pokemon Dark Type IconDark 65 10 The user attacks by slapping targets' held items away, making the items unusable for the rest of the battle. This move does more damage to targets holding items.
Land’s Wrath Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 90 8 The user attacks by gathering energy from the land and focusing that power on targets.
Leaf Blade Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 90 8 The user attacks by using a leaf like a sword to slice targets. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Leafage Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 40 6 The user attacks by pelting targets with leaves.
Leech Life Pokemon Bug Type IconBug 80 9 The user attacks by draining targets of their blood. The user's HP will be restored by a portion of the damage dealt.
Lick Pokemon Ghost Type IconGhost 30 6 The user attacks by licking targets with a long tongue. This may also leave targets paralyzed.
Liquidation
(TM 076)
Pokemon Water Type IconWater 85 8 The user attacks by slamming into targets using a full- force blast of water. This may also lower targets' Defense stats.
Lunge Pokemon Bug Type IconBug 80 9 The user attacks by lunging toward targets with full force. This also lowers targets' Attack stats for a short time.
Mach Punch Pokemon Fighting Type IconFighting 30 3 The user attacks by throwing a punch with blinding speed.
Megahorn Pokemon Bug Type IconBug 120 10 The user attacks with a tough and impressive horn, ramming into targets with all-out force.
Metal Claw Pokemon Steel Type IconSteel 50 6 The user attacks by raking targets with steel claws. This may also boost the user's Attack stat.
Night Slash
(TM 034)
Pokemon Dark Type IconDark 70 7 The user attacks by slashing the instant an opportunity arises. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Nuzzle Pokemon Electric Type IconElectric 20 6 The user attacks by nuzzling targets with its electrified cheeks. This leaves targets paralyzed.
Outrage
(TM 093)
Pokemon Dragon Type IconDragon 120 15 The user attacks in a furious rampage, then becomes confused.
Peck Pokemon Flying Type IconFlying 35 6 The user attacks by jabbing targets with a sharply pointed beak or horn.
Phantom Force Pokemon Ghost Type IconGhost 15 12 The user attacks by disappearing into the shadows for a short time, then surfacing to strike targets. This attack can hit targets using moves such as Protect or Detect.
Pin Missile Pokemon Bug Type IconBug 90 6 The user attacks by shooting out five sharp spikes, one after the other.
Play Rough
(TM 020)
Pokemon Fairy Type IconFairy 80 8 The user attacks by playing rough. This may also lower targets' Attack stats.
Poison Jab
(TM 077)
Pokemon Poison Type IconPoison 80 8 The user attacks by stabbing targets with a poison- soaked tentacle, arm, or the like. This may also leave targets poisoned.
Poison Sting Pokemon Poison Type IconPoison 30 6 The user attacks by stabbing targets with a poisonous stinger. This may also leave targets poisoned.
Power Whip Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 120 12 The user attacks by violently lashing targets with vines, tentacles, or the like.
Power-Up Punch
(TM 018)
Pokemon Fighting Type IconFighting 40 10 The user attacks targets with a punch that will make its own fist tougher. This boosts the user's Attack stat for a short time.
Psycho Cut Pokemon Psychic Type IconPsychic 70 7 The user attacks by tearing at targets with blades formed from psychic power. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Quick Attack Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 40 3 The user attacks by lunging toward targets with blinding speed.
Razor Leaf Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 55 6 The user attacks by launching leaves to slice up targets. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Rock Blast Pokemon Rock Type IconRock 15 6 The user attacks by shooting out five hard rocks, one after the other.
Rock Slide
(TM 012)
Pokemon Rock Type IconRock 75 7 The user attacks by hurling large boulders. This may also make targets flinch.
Rock Smash
(TM 004)
Pokemon Fighting Type IconFighting 40 6 The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower targets' Defense stats.
Rock Throw Pokemon Rock Type IconRock 50 6 The user attacks by picking up a small rock and throwing it at targets.
Rock Tomb
(TM 036)
Pokemon Rock Type IconRock 60 10 The user attacks by hurling a boulder. Boulders that hit will also make targets move more slowly. Boulders that miss will remain on the battlefield.
Rollout Pokemon Rock Type IconRock 30 6 The user attacks by rolling into targets like a giant boulder.
Sand Tomb Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 35 7 The user summons a raging sandstorm to surround targets. Opponents within the sandstorm will take continual damage.
Self-Destruct
(TM 048)
Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 200 15 The user emits explosive force, causing damage across a wide area. The user faints after using this move.
Shadow Claw
(TM 061)
Pokemon Ghost Type IconGhost 70 7 The user attacks by slashing with a sharp claw made from shadows. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Shadow Sneak Pokemon Ghost Type IconGhost 40 3 The user attacks by stretching out a shadow to strike targets from behind.
Slash Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 70 7 The user attacks by slashing with claws, scythes, or the like. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Spark Pokemon Electric Type IconElectric 65 6 The user attacks by charging into targets while cloaked in electricity. This may also leave targets paralyzed.
Steel Wing Pokemon Steel Type IconSteel 70 7 The user attacks by bashing targets with hard wings. This may also boost the user's Defense stat.
Stone Edge
(TM 065)
Pokemon Rock Type IconRock 100 10 The user attacks by stabbing targets with sharpened stones. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Super Fang Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal - 9 The user attacks by chomping down on targets with its sharp incisors or front fangs. The damage dealt by this move depends on targets' HP.
Tackle Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 40 4 The user attacks by charging forward and slamming into targets with its whole body.
Take Down Pokemon Normal Type IconNormal 90 8 The user attacks by slamming into targets in an all-out charge. The user will also take some damage.
Thousand Arrows Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 90 10 The user attacks by generating countless arrows from its internal energy and raining them down upon targets. Even Flying-type Pokémon will be hit by this move.
Thousand Waves Pokemon Ground Type IconGround 90 10 The user attacks by unleashing a wave that crawls along the ground. Any Pokémon hit by the wave cannot be switched out of battle.
Thunder Fang
(TM 021)
Pokemon Electric Type IconElectric 65 6 The user attacks by biting targets with electrified fangs. This may also make targets flinch or leave them paralyzed.
Thunder Punch
(TM 023)
Pokemon Electric Type IconElectric 75 7 The user attacks with an electrified punch. This may also leave targets paralyzed.
U-turn
(TM 082)
Pokemon Bug Type IconBug 70 12 The user attacks by dishing out a quick blow, then rushes back to its Trainer with incredible speed.
Vine Whip Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 45 6 The user attacks by striking targets with slender, whiplike vines.
Volt Tackle Pokemon Electric Type IconElectric 120 9 The user attacks by charging forward while cloaked in electricity. This may leave targets paralyzed. The user will also take some damage.
Waterfall
(TM 098)
Pokemon Water Type IconWater 80 8 The user attacks by charging at targets with incredible momentum. This may also make targets flinch.
Wild Charge
(TM 086)
Pokemon Electric Type IconElectric 90 8 The user attacks by charging forward while cloaked in electricity. The user will also take some damage.
Wing Attack Pokemon Flying Type IconFlying 60 6 The user attacks by spreading its imposing wings wide and slamming them into targets.
Wood Hammer Pokemon Grass Type IconGrass 120 10 The user attacks by slamming into targets with its rugged body. The user will also take some damage.
X-Scissor
(TM 081)
Pokemon Bug Type IconBug 80 8 The user attacks using scythes, claws, or the like as if they were a pair of scissors.
Zen Headbutt
(TM 059)
Pokemon Psychic Type IconPsychic 80 8 The user attacks by focusing all its willpower into a fierce headbutt. This may also make targets flinch.

Physical Moves Overview

Physical Moves
Physical Moves in Pokemon Legends: Z-A use a Pokemon’s Attack stat and are resisted by the opponent’s Defense stat. They involve direct contact, such as tackles or punches, and are marked with a red icon in the move list.

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