Anger Point - Ability ID 83

In-Game Description

"Getting hit raises Atk by +1. Critical hits maximize Attack."

Extended In-Game Description

For use in Elite Redux extended ability UI (exactly 280-300 chars)

Anger Point raises Attack by +1 stage when taking damage from any move. When hit by a critical hit, Attack is maximized to +6 stages instantly. Only triggers if the Pokemon survives the hit and can have its Attack raised. Perfect for turning defensive situations into offensive opportunities.

Character count: 299

Detailed Mechanical Explanation

For Discord/reference use

ANGER POINT is a defensive stat-boosting ability that converts incoming damage into offensive power, with special interactions for critical hits.

Activation Mechanics:

• Trigger: onDefender hook - activates when hit by any damaging move
• Requirements:
  • Must survive the hit (ShouldApplyOnHitAffect check)
  • Attack stat must be boostable (CanRaiseStat check)
  • No restrictions on move type, contact requirement, or damage source

Stat Modification Rules:

1. Regular Hits: Attack +1 stage (1.5x → 2x → 2.5x → 3x → 3.5x → 4x)
2. Critical Hits: Attack maximized to +6 stages (4x multiplier)
   • Uses SetStatChanger(STAT_ATK, 12) - value 12 sets to maximum
   • Displays "Pokémon's Attack was maximized!" message
   • Bypasses normal stat stage progression

Technical Implementation:

constexpr Ability AngerPoint = {
    .onDefender = +[](ON_DEFENDER) -> int {
        CHECK(ShouldApplyOnHitAffect(battler))
        CHECK(CanRaiseStat(battler, STAT_ATK))

        if (gIsCriticalHit) {
            SetStatChanger(STAT_ATK, 12);
            BattleScriptCall(BattleScript_TargetsStatWasMaxedOut);
        } else {
            SetStatChanger(STAT_ATK, 1);
            BattleScriptCall(BattleScript_TargetAbilityStatRaiseOnMoveEnd);
        }
        return TRUE;
    },
};

Interaction Rules:

• Multi-hit moves: Each hit can trigger Anger Point separately
• Substitute: Does not block Anger Point activation if the substitute is broken
• Contact requirement: None - works with all damaging moves
• Type restrictions: None - works against all move types
• Status moves: Does not trigger (only damaging moves)
• Indirect damage: Does not trigger on poison, burn, weather, or entry hazard damage

Battle Script Messages:

• Regular hit: "[Pokémon]'s Anger Point raised its Attack!"
• Critical hit: "[Pokémon]'s Attack was maximized!"

Strategic Applications:

1. Defensive Pivot: Converts chip damage into offensive pressure
2. Crit-fishing Counter: Turns opponent's critical hits against them
3. Snowball Potential: Each hit makes the Pokemon more dangerous
4. Multi-hit Punishment: Skill Link users accidentally boost the opponent multiple times

Notable Users in Elite Redux:

• Primeape Evolution Line: Natural aggressive temperament
• Machamp: Mega form gains Anger Point as innate ability
• Lycanroc-Midnight: Competitive sets use Life Orb + Anger Point
• Pinsir: Mega evolution strategies
• Tauros Variants: Regional forms with different typings
• Various Fighting-types: Thematically appropriate for brawlers

Competitive Considerations:

Strengths:

• Guaranteed activation on any hit (no RNG unlike other abilities)
• Critical hit punishment is severe (+6 Attack instantly)
• Stacks with held items like Life Orb or Choice Band
• Works well with priority moves for revenge killing

Weaknesses:

• Requires taking damage to activate
• Vulnerable to special attackers if Pokemon has low Special Defense
• Clear Body, White Smoke prevent stat reductions but don't help here
• Mold Breaker ignores this ability entirely

Synergistic Moves:

• Stone Edge/Cross Chop: High crit ratio moves become risky to use against Anger Point
• Priority moves: Mach Punch, Quick Attack for immediate revenge
• Recovery moves: Rest, Roost to stay healthy while accumulating boosts
• Setup moves: Swords Dance becomes redundant but Substitute can help

Counter-Strategies:

• Special attacks: Bypass the Attack boosts entirely
• Status moves: Thunder Wave, Will-O-Wisp don't trigger ability
• Indirect damage: Poison, burn, Stealth Rock chip damage
• Mold Breaker: Completely ignores the ability
• Clear Smog/Haze: Reset stat changes after they accumulate

Version History:

• Gen 4-5: Original implementation with critical hit maximization
• Gen 6+: Standardized to current mechanics
• Elite Redux: Enhanced with consistent trigger conditions and interaction clarity