Aside from gimmicks, Pokémon hasn’t introduced something new to the base game since the addition of Fairy-types in X/Y. However, recent leaks show that we may be getting something new in Pokémon Legends: Arceus: status conditions.
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In a series of leaks by @CentroLeaks, it was revealed that five new status conditions will be added to Pokémon Legends: Arceus:
- Drowzy: Instead of putting Pokémon to sleep, moves like Hypnosis can make Pokémon Drowzy. A Drowzy Pokémon is more likely to miss when attacking, especially when it’s snowing. They also take more damage from the opposing Pokémon.
- Fixated: The Fixated status has an effect similar to a Pokémon holding a Choice Item: it boosts the power of one move, though they will only be able to use that. Certain Pokémon moves can trigger it.
- Frostbite: This will replace the Frozen status. Frostbitten Pokémon have their Sp Atk reduced and receives damage at the end of every turn.
- Obscured: Obscured Pokémon are more likely to evade attacks. The Obscured status can be gained by Pokémon hiding in the mud or slightly out of sight.
- Primed: Primed Pokémon deal more damage.
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Given their unique mechanics, these status effects are expected to only be available in Pokémon Legends—at least for now.
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Bianca Versoza is Pro Game Guides' Weekend Editor. With over three years of experience in gaming journalism, she specializes in anything remotely turn-based and strategic, like Pokémon, Valkyria, and Honkai: Star Rail. Bianca is a huge fan of Square Enix, RPGs, party games, and visual novels, but will play anything with a banger OST. She's a proud early bird.