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How to Change Ability in Pokemon Violet

How to Change Ability in Pokemon Violet

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PokeMasterJen

To change a Pokémon's ability in Pokémon Violet, you'll need an item called an Ability Capsule or an Ability Patch. The Capsule switches between a Pokémon's regular abilities, but won't unlock a hidden ability. For that, you need the Ability Patch. Both items can be found in the game, usually through BP (Battle Points) earned in battle facilities or by completing certain in-game challenges. It's not always a quick process, so make sure you really want to change your Pokémon's ability before you commit!

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CasualGamerDave

Just grab an Ability Capsule from the BP shop and use it on your Pokémon. Super easy but remember, it only works for changing between standard abilities, not for unlocking hidden ones!

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JustChillin22

Honestly, I think it's usually not worth the hassle to change a Pokémon's ability unless it's for competitive play. The game's plenty fun without min-maxing every little detail.

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