{"id":3353,"date":"2025-02-22T03:54:51","date_gmt":"2025-02-22T03:54:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=3353"},"modified":"2025-02-22T03:54:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-22T03:54:51","slug":"does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Mirror Herb copy belly drum?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Does_Mirror_Herb_Copy_Belly_Drum_A_Comprehensive_Guide\" title=\"Does Mirror Herb Copy Belly Drum? A Comprehensive Guide\">Does Mirror Herb Copy Belly Drum? A Comprehensive Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Understanding_Mirror_Herbs_Battle_Mechanics\" title=\"Understanding Mirror Herb\u2019s Battle Mechanics\">Understanding Mirror Herb\u2019s Battle Mechanics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#How_Mirror_Herb_Works_in_Battle\" title=\"How Mirror Herb Works in Battle\">How Mirror Herb Works in Battle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Mirror_Herb_and_Belly_Drum\" title=\"Mirror Herb and Belly Drum\">Mirror Herb and Belly Drum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Consumption_of_the_Mirror_Herb_in_Battle\" title=\"Consumption of the Mirror Herb in Battle\">Consumption of the Mirror Herb in Battle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Mirror_Herbs_Unexpected_Breeding_Uses\" title=\"Mirror Herb&#8217;s Unexpected Breeding Uses\">Mirror Herb&#8217;s Unexpected Breeding Uses<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Egg_Moves_Transfer_with_Mirror_Herb\" title=\"Egg Moves Transfer with Mirror Herb\">Egg Moves Transfer with Mirror Herb<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#How_to_Transfer_Egg_Moves\" title=\"How to Transfer Egg Moves\">How to Transfer Egg Moves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Mirror_Herb_No_Egg_Group_Restrictions\" title=\"Mirror Herb: No Egg Group Restrictions\">Mirror Herb: No Egg Group Restrictions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#The_Mirror_Herb_Isnt_Consumed_When_Teaching_Moves\" title=\"The Mirror Herb Isn&#8217;t Consumed When Teaching Moves\">The Mirror Herb Isn&#8217;t Consumed When Teaching Moves<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#1_Does_Mirror_Herb_work_with_same_gender_Pokemon\" title=\"1. Does Mirror Herb work with same gender Pok\u00e9mon?\">1. Does Mirror Herb work with same gender Pok\u00e9mon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#2_Where_can_you_find_Mirror_Herb\" title=\"2. Where can you find Mirror Herb?\">2. Where can you find Mirror Herb?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#3_How_many_times_can_Mirror_Herb_be_used_in_battle\" title=\"3. How many times can Mirror Herb be used in battle?\">3. How many times can Mirror Herb be used in battle?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#4_Does_Mirror_Herb_need_to_be_held_in_order_to_learn_an_egg_move\" title=\"4. Does Mirror Herb need to be held in order to learn an egg move?\">4. Does Mirror Herb need to be held in order to learn an egg move?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#5_Can_you_teach_egg_moves_without_breeding\" title=\"5. Can you teach egg moves without breeding?\">5. Can you teach egg moves without breeding?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#6_Does_the_Mirror_Herb_disappear_when_teaching_an_egg_move\" title=\"6. Does the Mirror Herb disappear when teaching an egg move?\">6. Does the Mirror Herb disappear when teaching an egg move?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#7_Does_Mirror_Herb_only_copy_the_last_stat_boost\" title=\"7. Does Mirror Herb only copy the last stat boost?\">7. Does Mirror Herb only copy the last stat boost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#8_Why_wont_Mirror_Herb_work\" title=\"8. Why won&#8217;t Mirror Herb work?\">8. Why won&#8217;t Mirror Herb work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#9_Can_Paradox_Pokemon_learn_Belly_Drum_using_Mirror_Herb\" title=\"9. Can Paradox Pok\u00e9mon learn Belly Drum using Mirror Herb?\">9. Can Paradox Pok\u00e9mon learn Belly Drum using Mirror Herb?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#10_How_many_stages_is_Belly_Drum\" title=\"10. How many stages is Belly Drum?\">10. How many stages is Belly Drum?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#11_What_is_the_best_berry_for_Belly_Drum_users_like_Iron_Hands\" title=\"11. What is the best berry for Belly Drum users like Iron Hands?\">11. What is the best berry for Belly Drum users like Iron Hands?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#12_Can_White_Striped_Basculin_learn_Last_Respects\" title=\"12. Can White Striped Basculin learn Last Respects?\">12. Can White Striped Basculin learn Last Respects?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#13_How_do_you_teach_Belly_Drum_to_Azumarill\" title=\"13. How do you teach Belly Drum to Azumarill?\">13. How do you teach Belly Drum to Azumarill?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#14_Is_Happy_Hour_an_Egg_Move\" title=\"14. Is Happy Hour an Egg Move?\">14. Is Happy Hour an Egg Move?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#15_What_is_the_purpose_of_the_Covert_Cloak\" title=\"15. What is the purpose of the Covert Cloak?\">15. What is the purpose of the Covert Cloak?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Mirror_Herb_Copy_Belly_Drum_A_Comprehensive_Guide\"><\/span>Does Mirror Herb Copy Belly Drum? A Comprehensive Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Yes, the <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong> will indeed <strong>copy Belly Drum<\/strong>. If an opponent uses Belly Drum, which sharply raises their Attack stat at the cost of half their HP, a Pok\u00e9mon holding a Mirror Herb will also receive the same <strong>+6 Attack stage boost<\/strong>, effectively mirroring the effect. This makes the Mirror Herb a highly valuable item for strategic battles and, surprisingly, for breeding purposes as well. The Mirror Herb is more versatile than it first appears and can drastically change the flow of battles and the way you breed Pok\u00e9mon.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Mirror_Herbs_Battle_Mechanics\"><\/span>Understanding Mirror Herb\u2019s Battle Mechanics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Mirror_Herb_Works_in_Battle\"><\/span>How Mirror Herb Works in Battle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong> functions as a <strong>one-time use<\/strong> item <em>per battle<\/em>. When an opponent uses a move that boosts one or more of their stats, the Pok\u00e9mon holding the Mirror Herb will instantly mirror those boosts. For example, if the opponent uses Swords Dance to raise their Attack stat by two stages, the Pok\u00e9mon with the Mirror Herb will also gain a two-stage boost to their Attack. This effect occurs immediately after the opponent&#8217;s boost.<\/p>\n<p>However, it is crucial to understand that the Mirror Herb only activates <em>once per battle<\/em>. This means that if an opponent uses multiple stat-boosting moves, only the <em>first instance<\/em> of a stat boost will be mirrored. Therefore, timing and careful strategy are crucial to make the most of this powerful item.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mirror_Herb_and_Belly_Drum\"><\/span>Mirror Herb and Belly Drum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Belly Drum<\/strong> is a very special case because it grants a massive <strong>+6 Attack stage<\/strong> increase, or maximum Attack boost. Because of this, the Mirror Herb is extremely effective when used to copy <strong>Belly Drum&#8217;s<\/strong> stat change. If an opponent utilizes <strong>Belly Drum<\/strong>, the Pok\u00e9mon holding a <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong> will immediately gain that same <strong>+6 Attack boost<\/strong>. The power of this item is why a <strong>Belly Drum<\/strong> using Pikachu raised suspicion among some players, making them think the user was a hacker. This interaction has significant implications for competitive battling and is a key reason why Mirror Herb is such a sought after item.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consumption_of_the_Mirror_Herb_in_Battle\"><\/span>Consumption of the Mirror Herb in Battle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One important point to note is that the Mirror Herb <strong>is consumed<\/strong> after its first activation in battle. This means it&#8217;s a <strong>single-use<\/strong> item. If you hold the <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong> in battle with the expectation that it will continue to trigger, the herb will disappear after the first use, even if that boost wasn&#8217;t useful or beneficial for the holder. This forces players to be strategic about when they use the item, and to plan a second item for subsequent battles. This is a key factor of Mirror Herb&#8217;s in-battle use.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mirror_Herbs_Unexpected_Breeding_Uses\"><\/span>Mirror Herb&#8217;s Unexpected Breeding Uses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Egg_Moves_Transfer_with_Mirror_Herb\"><\/span>Egg Moves Transfer with Mirror Herb<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Beyond its battle uses, the Mirror Herb has become an integral part of the breeding process, particularly for <strong>transferring Egg Moves<\/strong>. With this item, you can <strong>transfer Egg Moves without breeding<\/strong> or having compatible egg groups. This method bypasses the traditional breeding system and allows for immediate and efficient Egg Move transfers. This has dramatically changed the way players strategize with move sets.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Transfer_Egg_Moves\"><\/span>How to Transfer Egg Moves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To transfer an Egg Move using Mirror Herb, follow these simple steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Ensure the Pok\u00e9mon receiving the Egg Move has at least one <strong>empty move slot<\/strong>. This means that it can know a maximum of three different moves before learning the new Egg Move.<\/li>\n<li>Give the <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong> to the Pok\u00e9mon that will learn the Egg Move.<\/li>\n<li>Start a <strong>Picnic<\/strong> with the Pok\u00e9mon you want to learn the move and the Pok\u00e9mon that has the desired Egg Move.<\/li>\n<li>Immediately <strong>end the Picnic<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The Pok\u00e9mon with the Mirror Herb will now learn the Egg Move.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This process happens <strong>instantly<\/strong> upon starting the picnic. The traditional need to breed for egg moves is effectively erased. This is a very powerful tool for competitive battlers and those who want their favorite Pokemon to have certain move sets.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mirror_Herb_No_Egg_Group_Restrictions\"><\/span>Mirror Herb: No Egg Group Restrictions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another benefit of the Mirror Herb method is that it <strong>ignores Egg Group restrictions<\/strong>. This means that two Pok\u00e9mon of any Egg Group can transfer Egg Moves to one another as long as one has an open move slot, has a Mirror Herb, and the other knows the Egg Move. This drastically broadens the pool of transfer options, and allows for an easy way to get optimal movesets on your favorite Pok\u00e9mon. This is another reason why Mirror Herb has dramatically altered the way that players interact with Pokemon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Mirror_Herb_Isnt_Consumed_When_Teaching_Moves\"><\/span>The Mirror Herb Isn&#8217;t Consumed When Teaching Moves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s crucial to note that when transferring Egg Moves, the Mirror Herb <strong>is not consumed<\/strong>. It can be reused to teach multiple different Pokemon Egg Moves as long as it is outside of battle. This makes it a great resource that does not need to be continually farmed or sought out.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some frequently asked questions about Mirror Herb, covering both battle and breeding applications:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Does_Mirror_Herb_work_with_same_gender_Pokemon\"><\/span>1. Does Mirror Herb work with same gender Pok\u00e9mon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Mirror Herb works regardless of gender. You can transfer Egg Moves even if both Pok\u00e9mon are of the same gender.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Where_can_you_find_Mirror_Herb\"><\/span>2. Where can you find Mirror Herb?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Mirror Herb can be purchased at <strong>Delibird Presents<\/strong> shops in <strong>Cascarrafa<\/strong>. This is the only location it can be found.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_many_times_can_Mirror_Herb_be_used_in_battle\"><\/span>3. How many times can Mirror Herb be used in battle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mirror Herb can only be used <strong>once per battle<\/strong>. It is consumed after triggering its effect.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Does_Mirror_Herb_need_to_be_held_in_order_to_learn_an_egg_move\"><\/span>4. Does Mirror Herb need to be held in order to learn an egg move?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the <strong>receiving Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> needs to hold the <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong> in order to learn an egg move via the picnic method.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_you_teach_egg_moves_without_breeding\"><\/span>5. Can you teach egg moves without breeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, using the Mirror Herb and the picnic method, you can transfer <strong>Egg Moves<\/strong> without breeding.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Does_the_Mirror_Herb_disappear_when_teaching_an_egg_move\"><\/span>6. Does the Mirror Herb disappear when teaching an egg move?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, the <strong>Mirror Herb is not consumed<\/strong> when used to transfer Egg Moves.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Does_Mirror_Herb_only_copy_the_last_stat_boost\"><\/span>7. Does Mirror Herb only copy the last stat boost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, it will copy the <em>first<\/em> stat boost used by the opponent <em>per battle<\/em>. It will not activate again in the same battle.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Why_wont_Mirror_Herb_work\"><\/span>8. Why won&#8217;t Mirror Herb work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Make sure the receiving Pok\u00e9mon has <strong>at least one empty move slot<\/strong> for the Mirror Herb trick to work. Otherwise, it will not work.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Can_Paradox_Pokemon_learn_Belly_Drum_using_Mirror_Herb\"><\/span>9. Can Paradox Pok\u00e9mon learn Belly Drum using Mirror Herb?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Unfortunately, <strong>Paradox Pok\u00e9mon cannot learn egg moves<\/strong>, and therefore cannot receive Belly Drum via the Mirror Herb method. Additionally, <strong>Paradox Pokemon cannot breed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_How_many_stages_is_Belly_Drum\"><\/span>10. How many stages is Belly Drum?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Belly Drum raises the user&#8217;s Attack stat to +6 stages<\/strong>, or its maximum boost, regardless of the prior boosts or debuffs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_What_is_the_best_berry_for_Belly_Drum_users_like_Iron_Hands\"><\/span>11. What is the best berry for Belly Drum users like Iron Hands?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A <strong>Sitrus Berry<\/strong> is often recommended to recover the HP lost when using Belly Drum, as it restores half HP after being activated.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Can_White_Striped_Basculin_learn_Last_Respects\"><\/span>12. Can White Striped Basculin learn Last Respects?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, while leaks suggested Basculegion could learn <strong>Last Respects<\/strong> as an Egg Move, it is not compatible as it cannot breed with Houndstone, the user of the move.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_How_do_you_teach_Belly_Drum_to_Azumarill\"><\/span>13. How do you teach Belly Drum to Azumarill?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Give Azumarill a <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong>, empty one of its move slots, and start a <strong>Picnic<\/strong> with it and any other Pok\u00e9mon that knows <strong>Belly Drum<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Is_Happy_Hour_an_Egg_Move\"><\/span>14. Is Happy Hour an Egg Move?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>Happy Hour<\/strong> is not an Egg Move. It cannot be passed down to offspring through breeding or Mirror Herb.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_What_is_the_purpose_of_the_Covert_Cloak\"><\/span>15. What is the purpose of the Covert Cloak?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Covert Cloak<\/strong> is an item that protects the holder from additional effects attached to moves used against them. This is an example of another powerful item that has been introduced in recent Pokemon games.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Mirror Herb<\/strong> is a game-changing item that affects both competitive battles and breeding mechanics. Its ability to copy stat boosts like <strong>Belly Drum<\/strong> can completely change the flow of battle. The ease with which it transfers <strong>Egg Moves<\/strong>, bypassing traditional breeding restrictions, makes it an invaluable tool for Pok\u00e9mon trainers. Understanding how this item works is critical for optimizing your Pok\u00e9mon team and breeding for optimal move sets. Its one-time use in battle makes strategic planning a necessity. The versatility of the Mirror Herb makes it a must-have for every Pok\u00e9mon trainer in the recent games.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does Mirror Herb Copy Belly Drum? A Comprehensive Guide Yes, the Mirror Herb will indeed copy Belly Drum. If an opponent uses Belly Drum, which sharply raises their Attack stat at the cost of half their HP, a Pok\u00e9mon holding a Mirror Herb will also receive the same +6 Attack stage boost, effectively mirroring the &#8230; <a title=\"Does Mirror Herb copy belly drum?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-mirror-herb-copy-belly-drum\/\" aria-label=\"More on Does Mirror Herb copy belly drum?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3353","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3353","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3353"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3353\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3353"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3353"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3353"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}