Ice Downfall

Basic Description: Counters contact with 60BP Icicle Crash.

Extended Description: When hit by a contact move, the Pokemon retaliates with Icicle Crash at 60 base power. This defensive ability punishes physical attackers with an automatic Ice-type counter-attack that can flinch the opponent. The retaliation doesn't consume PP, making it an effective deterrent.

Mechanics:

• Triggers only when hit by moves that make contact
• Uses Icicle Crash with 60 base power (reduced from its normal 85)
• The counter-attack is Ice-type and physical
• Can potentially flinch the original attacker (20% chance)
• Does not trigger if the user faints from the contact move

Strategic Applications:

• Excellent deterrent against physical attackers
• Provides immediate punishment for contact moves
• Can disrupt opponent's strategies with unexpected retaliation
• Particularly effective against Fighting, Flying, and Ground-type attackers
• Works well on bulky Ice-types that can survive contact moves

Similar Abilities:

• Rough Skin (damages on contact)
• Static (paralyzes on contact)
• Flame Body (burns on contact)
• Iron Barbs (damages on contact)