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Jaw Lock

Effect

Neither Pokémon can switch out until one faints. The effect ends if either leaves battle.

Move stats
TypeCategoryPowerAccuracyPPPriorityTarget
DarkPhysical80100100Selected target

Changes in Origin HeartGold

No changes listed.

Pokémon that learn this move

5 Pokémon and forms can learn this move. Check availability before planning your team.

Level-up and evolution (5 Pokémon)

Pokémon that learn Jaw Lock: Level-up and evolution
PokémonTypeLearning methodAvailability
WaterLv 35Where to get it
WaterRockLv 39Where to get it
DarkLv 43NOT AVAILABLE IN GAME
ReasonNo wild encounter, gift, trade, one-time battle, evolution or breeding route, and no trainer uses it.
DarkLv 48NOT AVAILABLE IN GAME
ReasonNo wild encounter, gift, trade, one-time battle, evolution or breeding route, and no trainer uses it.
Artwork shows Drednaw’s standard form.
Gigantamax Drednaw
WaterRockLv 39NOT AVAILABLE IN GAME
ReasonThe game has no Dynamax.

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