Where can I get an Ability Patch?
To obtain an Ability Patch, you can participate in 6-Star Tera Raids, which become accessible after completing the three main storylines of the game and entering the postgame, or purchase one from a vendor in the Max Lair for 200 Dynite Ore, a currency earned by completing Dynamax Adventures. Additionally, Ability Patches can be obtained as rare rewards from completing the Academy’s Ace Tournament or occasionally from 7-Star Raids.
Understanding Ability Patches
What is an Ability Patch?
An Ability Patch is an item that allows Pokémon with a regular ability to learn their Hidden Ability, and Pokémon with their Hidden Ability to learn a regular ability.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the odds of getting an Ability Patch from a 6-Star Tera Raid? The odds of getting an Ability Patch from a 6-Star Tera Raid are very low, with a 1% chance of dropping as one of the post-raid rewards.
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How much does the Ability Patch cost in the Max Lair? The Ability Patch is sold by a vendor in the Max Lair for 200 Dynite Ore.
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Can you get a Pokémon with a Hidden Ability in the wild? No, you cannot get Pokémon with Hidden Abilities in the wild; they can only be obtained through Ability Patches or specific breeding conditions.
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Can you get an Ability Patch from the tournament? Yes, Ability Patches are rare rewards for completing the Academy’s Ace Tournament.
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How to get free Ability Patches? To get a free Ability Patch, you must participate in 6-Star Tera Raids or complete the Academy’s Ace Tournament.
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How to get an Ability Patch without DLC? You can gain access to the Ability Patch by participating in 6-Star Tera Raids or purchasing one with Dynite Ore in the Max Lair, without needing any DLC.
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How rare is a Secret Ability? Secret Abilities are rare, with a 1/256 chance of encountering a wild Loomian with a Secret Ability when using the Ability Charm.
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How rare is it to get a Hidden Ability? Hidden Abilities are quite rare, with players having a 4.55% chance of getting one from a 6-Star Tera Raid battle.
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Can you use an Ability Patch on Rockruff? Yes, using an Ability Patch on a Rockruff can give it the Own Tempo Ability.
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What item is used to give a Pokémon its Hidden Ability? The Ability Patch is the item used to teach a Pokémon its Hidden Ability.
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How do you get Hidden Abilities in Pokémon? Hidden Abilities can be obtained by using an Ability Patch on a Pokémon or through specific breeding conditions.
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How do you breed for a Hidden Ability? When breeding, if a female Pokémon or any Pokémon bred with Ditto has a Hidden Ability, there is a 60% chance that its offspring will have its Hidden Ability.
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Do 7-Star Raids drop Ability Patches? Yes, 7-Star Raids guarantee at least one Ability Patch upon completion, with some raids giving more.
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What does an Ability Patch do to Charizard? An Ability Patch changes a Pokémon’s Ability from one of its standard Abilities to its Hidden Ability, which can be beneficial for Charizard and other Pokémon.
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Is the Ability Patch permanent? Yes, the Ability Patch makes a permanent change to the Pokémon’s Ability, which will pass down during breeding, though there is still a chance the offspring will have the non-Hidden Ability.