Static (ability)

Static

In-game description

Contact with the Pokémon may cause paralysis.
On Bulbapedia

Static is an Ability introduced in Generation III. So far, only 3 Pokemon have this ability.

Effect[]

In battle[]

When a Pokémon with this Ability is hit by a move that makes contact, there is a 30% chance that the attacking Pokémon will become paralyzed. This can affect Ground-type Pokémon.

If a Pokémon with this Ability is hit by a multi-strike move that makes contact, each hit has an independent chance to activate this Ability.

Outside of battle[]

If a Pokémon with Static is in the first place in the party (even if fainted), then there is a 50% chance the game will force an encounter with an Electric-type Pokémon, if one is possible.