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Check out this Pokemon Sword and Shield (SWSH) guide to know more about status effects and ailments. Learn how to cure status conditions, their effects, and more!!!

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All Status Effects List & How To Cure

All Status Effects In Pokemon Sword & Shield

Status Effect Description How To Cure
Poison Damages HP over time Antidote
Burn Damages HP over time Burn Heal
Frozen Makes Pokemon unable to move Ice Heal
Sleep Pokemon falls asleep & is unable to move Awakening
Paralysis Pokemon may be unable to move Paralysis Heal
Confused Pokemon may attack itself Pass battle turns
Infatuated Pokemon may be unable to move TBC
Knocked Out Pokemon withdraws from battle Revive

What Are Status Effects?

Conditions That Impair Pokemon's Ability To Fight

Conditions That Impair Pokemon

Status effects that are inflicted on a Pokemon will greatly inhibit their ability to battle. These can restrict their movement & even take their HP down slowly over time.

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Use Items To Cure Status Effects

Use Items To Cure Status Effects

Status effects are mainly cured by using items that you can purchase from the Pokemon Center's grocery. Make sure to always have some in your Bag in case of emergencies.

Some Status Effects Stay After Battle

Be careful with some status conditions inflicted on your Pokemon such as Poison, etc. These usually stay after battle and you'll still need to use items or cure your Pokemon in the Pokemon Center to get rid of them.

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No mention about hidden mechanics. Useless guide.

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