Shadow Tag
Effect in Pokémon Champions
Opponents cannot be switched out of battle.
Changes by generation
- Pokémon Champions
- Unchanged from Gen 9
- Gen 3–9
- Introduced in Gen 3
Type breakdown
Highest base stat totals
Mega Gengar600
Gothitelle490
Gothorita390
Gothita290
Pokémon that run this ability
Champions Doubles2026-09
Mega Gengar100%Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in Champions Doubles (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (Champions VGC reg.MC)
Champions Singles2026-09
Mega Gengar100%Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in Champions Singles (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (Champions BSS reg.MC)
VGC 20262026-09
Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in VGC 2026 (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (VGC 2024 reg.G)
Pokémon with this ability4 Pokémon · 3 of them as a Hidden Ability
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FAQ
What does Shadow Tag do?
Opponents cannot be switched out of battle.
Which Pokémon have Shadow Tag?
4 Pokémon have it, e.g. Mega Gengar, Gothita, Gothorita, Gothitelle.
Which types of Pokémon have Shadow Tag?
The most common are Psychic (3) / Ghost (1) / Poison (1). The full breakdown of all 4 Pokémon is listed on this page.
Which Pokémon with Shadow Tag has the highest base stat total?
In order: Mega Gengar (600), Gothitelle (490), Gothorita (390), Gothita (290).