By default, starter Pokémon all have the same ability, which makes their hidden abilities rare. But for some of them, they're not improvements.

Abilities offer unique bonuses to Pokemon alongside their individual stats, offering everything from niche stat boosts and damage mitigation to out-of-combat uses like "Pick Up" and "Flame Body." ...

Fans are discovering that Pokemon Legends: Z-A will be shedding the franchise's Abilities for its Pokemon. Pokemon Legends: Arceus similarly cut Abilities from its 2022 release in favor of a ...