There are many great options for Poison-type attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Sludge Bomb, Cross Poison, and Poison Jab are among the best for damage. Barb Barrage and Venoshock also have a chance to deal double damage in certain conditions, making them great moves to use strategically. Poison-type attacks will do especially well against Grass and Fairy-type Pokémon.
All Poison-type moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus
| Move Name | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Effects? |
| Sludge Bomb | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | May poison opponents |
| Cross Poison | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | May poison opponents High critical hit chance |
| Poison Jab | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 | May poison opponents |
| Acid Armor | Status | - | - | 20 | Raises user's defense stat |
| Barb Barrage | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 | May poison opponents Deals double damage if the opponent has a status condition |
| Dire Claw | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 | May leave opponents paralyzed, poisoned, or asleep |
| Poison Gas | Status | - | 90 | 40 | Will poison opponent |
| Poison Powder | Status | - | 75 | 35 | Will poison opponent |
| Venoshock | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 | Deals double damage if opponent is poisoned |
| Acid Spray | Special | 40 | 100 | 20 | Lowers opponent's special defense |
| Poison Sting | Physical | 15 | 100 | 35 | May poison opponents |
While there are many great Poison-type moves, players should pay attention to whether the moves are special attacks or physical attacks, as pairing a move with a Pokémon's stats can make the effect much greater in battle.
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Published: Feb 9, 2022 10:52 am