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Buddy Barrier is a Held Item found in Pokemon UNITE for the Nintendo Switch and Mobile. Read on to learn more about the Buddy Barrier's stats and effects, how to get Buddy Barrier, and which Pokemon are best for Buddy Barrier!
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April 28 Update (Version 1.5.1.2)
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• Bonus HP decreased from 600 to 450 (-25%) • Shielding effect decreased from 20%/30%/40% to 15%/20%/25% • Shield stacking removed |
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1.5.1.2 | Bonus HP decreased from 600 to 450 (-25%). Shielding effect decreased from 20%/30%/40% to 15%/20%/25%. Shield stacking removed |
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Stat Boost 1 | Stat Boost 2 | ||
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When the Pokemon uses its Unite Move, that Pokemon and the nearby ally Pokemon with the lowest HP are each granted a shield equal to (15/20/25)% of their max HP. |
Held Item Tier List: Best Items to Upgrade
Level 10 | HP +150 |
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Level 20 | HP +300 |
Level 30 | HP +450 |
Lvl. | Stat Boosts |
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1 | HP +15 |
2 | HP +30 |
3 | HP +45 |
4 | HP +60 |
5 | HP +75 |
6 | HP +90 |
7 | HP +105 |
8 | HP +120 |
9 | HP +135 |
10 | HP +150 |
11 | HP +165 |
12 | HP +180 |
13 | HP +195 |
14 | HP +210 |
15 | HP +225 |
16 | HP +240 |
17 | HP +255 |
18 | HP +270 |
19 | HP +285 |
20 | HP +300 |
21 | HP +315 |
22 | HP +330 |
23 | HP +345 |
24 | HP +360 |
25 | HP +375 |
26 | HP +390 |
27 | HP +405 |
28 | HP +420 |
29 | HP +435 |
30 | HP +450 |
The shield from Buddy Barrier lasts for about 4 seconds. This means that the shield from the item can expire while the shield from using the Unite Move itself persists, although this differs from case to case.
The shield from Buddy Barrier stacks on top of shields from moves like Cotton Guard, and other held items like Assault Vest. It can also stack with the shield given by your own goal zones. Having multiple shields from various sources can definitely help you survive longer in fights, and discourage enemies from attacking you.
Buddy Barrier goes on a 30-second cooldown after triggering it. A timer will show up at the bottom right corner of the screen.
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Builds that Use this Held Item | |
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![]() Backstab Build |
![]() Blink-Striker Build |
![]() Support Build |
![]() Boosted Attack Build |
![]() High Sustain Build |
![]() Rapid Spin Build |
![]() Tank Build |
![]() Disruptor Build |
![]() Healing Build |
![]() Full Support Build |
![]() Disabler Support Build |
![]() Dash Build |
![]() Striker Build |
![]() Unite Move Build |
![]() AoE Disabler Build |
![]() Scorer Build |
![]() Brawler Build |
![]() Ranged Build |
![]() Brawler Build |
![]() Melee Jungle Build |
![]() Full Dragon Burst Build |
![]() Dragon Pulse Burst Build |
![]() Shielder Build |
![]() Healer Build |
![]() Psychic Solare Build |
![]() Single-Target Burst Build |
![]() Defensive Build |
![]() Initiator Build |
![]() Debilitator Build |
![]() Tank DPS Build |
![]() Crowd Control Burst Build |
![]() Jungle Build |
![]() Score Stack Build |
![]() Carry Build |
![]() Balanced Build |
![]() Unbound Unite Build |
![]() Utility Tank Build |
![]() Powering Up Build |
![]() Initiator Build |
![]() Tank Build |
![]() Disabler Build |
![]() Initiator Build |
![]() Wall Blocker Build |
![]() Unite Move Build |
![]() Single Target Build |
![]() Balanced Build |
![]() Tank Build |
![]() Disabler Build |
![]() Frontline Build |
![]() Flexible Tank Build |
![]() Sustain Build |
![]() Hyper Voice Build |
![]() Sniper Build |
![]() Crowd Control Build |
![]() Debilitator Tank Build |
![]() High Sustain Build |
![]() Jungle Build |
![]() Brawler Build |
![]() Sustain Tank Build |
![]() Offensive Tank Build |
![]() Initiator Build |
![]() Singing Support Build |
![]() AoE Build |
![]() Single Target Burst Build |
Duration Test |
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The shield duration is about 4 seconds. It is displayed as the white part of the HP bar. |
The purpose of this test was to determine how long the shield from Buddy Barrier lasts. The test was conducted by simply taking note of how long it takes before the shield disappers.
As a result of the test, it is confirmed that the Buddy Barrier shield lasts for about 4 seconds.
Range Test | |
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The range of the Buddy Barrier shield effect is about 3 to 4 Pokemon. |
The purpose of this test was to determine how far the effect of Buddy Barrier can get. The test was conducted by having an allied Pokemon start beside the bearer, then continuously get farther from it while the bearer keeps activating the Buddy Barrier effect for each distance until the effect can no longer reach the ally.
As a result of the test, the range is about 3 to 4 Pokemon. With this in mind, it is best to stay near the Pokemon who needs the shield the most during battles.
Overlap Test | |
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The purpose of this test was to determine if two instances of shields from two Buddy Barrier can overlap. The test was conducted by having two allied Pokemon equip Buddy Barrier each, then activating the effect consecutively to see if the shields add up.
As a result of the test, it is confirmed that multiple instances of Buddy Barrier overlap. The best strategy for this is by having the Pokemon equipped with Buddy Barrier stick together to ensure their shields always overlap. This can be extremely useful in big fights.
Buddy Barrier's effects received a nerf in the 1.5.1.2 Update. After testing, it's found that no more than two instances of shields can stack on top of each other, unlike before.
The purpose of this test was to determine if shields from other sources like moves and other held items stack on top of the shield from Buddy Barrier. The test took note of 5 instances of shields for each source of shield: (1) the shield from the other source only, (2) the shield from the other source and Unite Move but without Buddy Barrier, (3) the shield from the Unite Move only without Buddy Barrier, (4) the shield from the Unite Move with Buddy Barrier, and (5) the shield from the other source and Unite Move with Buddy Barrier.
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Cotton Guard: Eldegoss Move Effect and Cooldown
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Assault Vest Effect and How to Get
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Score Shield Effect and How to Get
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As a result of the tests, apart from stacking shields from two Buddy Barrier, it is confirmed that the shield from Buddy Barrier stacks with other sources of shields like in moves and other held items. Since shields from two Buddy Barrier can overlap, the best scenario is if two allies have Buddy Barrier equipped, and at least one of them picked a Pokemon which have moves that generate shields for the entire team like Eldegoss, it is possible to have triple shields on at least two players.
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