Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl: All TMs and their locations

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By Rebecca Spear
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To make your Pokémon team even more powerful, you want to make sure they have the best moves available to them. One way to make this possible is by using Technical Machines (TMs). There are a total of 100 TMs in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. We'll go over where to find them, what they do, and what their stats are. Note that some of the TMs are different from what they were in the original Pokémon games.

All Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl TMs locations

Click on a TM to find out where to get it and what it does.

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl TMs info and locations

There are 100 TMs in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. You'll want to seek some of these out in order to make your team more powerful.

TM01 Focus Punch (Fighting)

Description: The user focuses its mind before launching this attack. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.

Where to find it: You will need Rock Smash, Surf, and Strength to reach it. Go to Oreburgh Gate. It can be found in the cave on the far left after a body of water.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 150
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM02 Dragon Claw (Dragon)

Description: The user slashes the target with huge sharp claws.

Where to find it: This one is found inside Mt. Coronet near the summit between two immovable rocks. You'll see it when in the northern cavern, on the southern end.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM03 Water Pulse (Water)

Description: The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Where to find it: You need Surf and Rock Smash to get this one. You'll find it on the Ravaged Path. Check the northeast side of the cave after crossing a body of water.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM04 Calm Mind (Psychic)

Description: The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

Where to find it: Purchase it for 48 BP at the Battle Tower.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM05 Roar (Normal)

Description: The target is scared off, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

Where to find it: You will need Rock Climb to get this one. Go to Route 213 and climb up the tallest mountain with a white fence that has the beach below you.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

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TM06 Toxic (Poison)

Description: A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

Where to find it: Go to the southeast swampy area on route 212. It can be hard to see since it's next to the trees. You can also enter the Grand Underground in or nearby Twinleaf Town, Canalave City, or Ramanas Park. Then, head to the bottom left Swampy Cave Hideout.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM07 Hail (Ice)

Description: The user summons a hailstorm lasting five turns. It damages all Pokémon except Ice types.

Where to find it: Go to Route 217 and look near the Hiker's house.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM08 Bulk Up (Fighting)

Description: The user tenses its muscles to bulk up its body, raising both its Attack and Defense stats.

Where to find it: Go to the Fight Area of the Battle Tower and exchange 48 BP for it.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM09 Bullet Seed (Grass)

Description: The user forcefully shoots seeds at the target two to five times in a row.

Where to find it: Go southwest of Floaraoma Town and you'll find it on Route 204 next to the trees and flower gardens.

  • PP: 30
  • Power: 25
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM10 Work Up (Normal)

Description: The user is roused, and its Attack and Sp. Atk stats increase.

Where to find it: In Jubilife City, beat both kids in the Trainers' School, and then talk to the boy. You can also purchase it at Veilstone Department Store for ₽1500.

  • PP: 30
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM11 Sunny Day (Fire)

Description: The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves.

Where to find it: Take Route 212 until you can see the Pokémon Mansion. There will be a tree you can cut on the lower left side of the screen near some shrubs. Use Cut and grab the TM.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM12 Taunt (Dark)

Description: The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

Where to find it: When on Route 211, use Rock Smash to access a new path. Then, go down the stairs and cross the bridge. Keep going along the path until you reach it.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM13 Ice Beam (Ice)

Description: The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.

Where to find it: When on Route 216, use Rock Climb to go up east of Skier Andrea. You'll find it near a tree.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM14 Blizzard (Ice)

Description: A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.

Where to find it: When at Lake Acuity, use Surf to cross the water and get to the other side. Then, wind around the trees to the northwest and you'll find the TM in the trees. Can also be bought at Veilstone Department Store for ₽5500.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 110
  • Accuracy: 70%

TM15 Hyper Beam (Normal)

Description: The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can't move on the next turn.

Where to find it: Purchase it at the Veilstone Department Store for ₽7500.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 150
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM16 Light Screen (Psychic)

Description: A wonderous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from special attacks for five turns.

Where to find it: Purchase it at the Veilstone Department Store for ₽2000.

  • PP: 30
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM17 Protect (Normal)

Description: This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Where to find it: Purchase it at the Veilstone Department Store for ₽2000.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM18 Rain Dance (Water)

Description: The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers the power of Fire-type moves.

Where to find it: Use Surf to navigate around Route 223. You'll eventually see it on the northwest side surrounded by rocks.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM19 Giga Drain (Grass)

Description: A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

Where to find it: Head east on Route 209 until you see a bunch of piers and bridges. Go to the bottom bridge and walk along the trees until you stand next to a tall rock in the river. Use Surf and go southeast. Get out when you see a Poké Ball.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 75
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM20 Safeguard (Normal)

Description: The user creates a protective field that prevents status conditions for five turns.

Where to find it: Purchase it at the Veilstone Department Store for ₽2000.

  • PP: 25
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM21 Dazzling Gleam (Fairy)

Description: The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.

Where to find it: When in Veilstone City make your way through the Team Galactic headquarters. You'll find it on 3F in the room with all the generators. Can also be purchased at Veilstone Department Store for ₽3000.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM22 Solar Beam (Grass)

Description: In this two-turn attack, the user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn.

Where to find it: Purchase it from the Veilstone Department Store for ₽3000

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 120
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM23 Iron Tail (Steel)

Description: The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.

Where to find it: Take the boat at Canalave City to Iron Island. You'll find the TM in the southeast pit near Worker Braden.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 100
  • Accuracy: 75%

TM24 Thunderbolt (Electric)

Description: A strong electric blast crashes down on the target. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Where to find it: Use Surf when on Route 205 to get behind the Valley Windworks building.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM25 Thunder (Electric)

Description: A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Where to find it: Use Surf at Lake Valor to go to the southeast side. There's a suspicious dead section of grass. Press A next to it to get this TM. It can also be purchased from the Veilstone Department Store for ₽5500.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 110
  • Accuracy: 70%

TM26 Earthquake (Ground)

Description: The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

Where to find it: When on Route 206, use Cut to get past the trees and go under the bridge. On the northwest side of the Route you can enter a hidden part of the Wayward Cave. Use Flash to make everything visible. Now use Strength to move a rock out of the way. Wind your way to the corner northeast using the gears on your bike. Then, use the bike hill to jump into the center of the ring of rocks. Head south and go up the stairs to get the TM.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 100
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM27 Low Sweep (Fighting)

Description: The user makes a swift attack on the target's legs, which lowers the target's Speed stat.

Where to find it: Enter the Spooky Tower on Route 209 and go up to the fourth floor. It will be in the bottom middle of the room.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 65
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM28 Dig (Ground)

Description: The user burrows into the ground, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

Where to find it: Enter the Ruin Maniac Cave on Route 214 and you'll see it next to the rocks at the entrance.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM29 Psychic (Psychic)

Description: The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

Where to find it: When on Route 211, head as far east as you can. Break the rock with Rock Smash and then climb up the mountain using Rock Climb.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM30 Shadow Ball (Ghost)

Description: The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

Where to find it: Go north on Route 210 and into the foggy area. Use Defog to see. Head left and bike along the narrow wood planks. Use Rock Smash to break a rock and get your TM.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM31 Brick Break (Fighting)

Description: The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

Where to find it: Enter the Oreburgh Gate cave and smash through the rocks in your way with Rock Smash. Use Surf to get to the northwest side of the cave. Go up and you'll see the TM in front of you.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 75
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM32 Double Team (Normal)

Description: By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

Where to find it: Enter the Wayward Cave by going under the bridge on Route 206. You'll see it on the first floor near Cassidy and Wayne.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM33 Reflect

Description: A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from physical attacks for five turns.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽2000.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM34 Shock Wave (Electric)

Description: A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from physical attacks for five turns.

Where to find it: Use Cut on Route 215 to go down the stairs and you'll find it in the small clearing near the trees.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: --

TM35 Flamethrower (Fire)

Description: The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Where to find it: Run through the Fuego Ironworks, located north of Floaroma Town. Run through the maze until you are standing next to the boiler and Fuego.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM36 Sludge Bomb (Poison)

Description: Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.

Where to find it: You'll see it when in the bottom Warehouse section of the Team Galactic HQ in Veilstone City.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM37 Sandstorm (Rock)

Description: A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except Rock, Ground, and Steel types. It raises the Sp. Def stat of Rock types.

Where to find it: Run around Route 228 and you'll find it near the two Pokémon Rangers in the northeast pit.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM38 Fire Blast (Fire)

Description: The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Where to find it: When at Lake Verity, use Surf to travel across the water to the southeast area. You'll find the TM against the trees in a patch of grass. Can also be purchased from the Veilstone Department Store for ₽5500.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 110
  • Accuracy: 85%

TM39 Rock Tomb (Rock)

Description: Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target's Speed stat by preventing its movement.

Where to find it: Head into the Ravaged Path from Route 204 and use Rock Smash to go northeast into the cave.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: 95%

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TM40 Aerial Ace (Flying)

Description: The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

Where to find it: When on Route 213 on the beach, use Rock Smash to break the rock and go south to get the TM.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: --

TM41 Torment (Dark)

Description: The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

Where to find it: You'll find it on the ground just north of Psychic Bryce on the first floor of Victory Road.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM42 Facade (Normal)

Description: This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

Where to find it: When in the Survival Area on the islands in the northeast of the map, enter the house that has a cameraman standing in front of it and talk to the occupant.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 70
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM43 Volt Switch (Electric)

Description: After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

Where to find it: Enter Amity Square in Hearthome City and walk directly right until you see the TM on the ground.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 70
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM44 Rest (Psychic)

Description: The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user's HP and heals any status conditions.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽3000.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM45 Attract (Normal)

Description: If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

Where to find it: Enter Amity Square in Hearthome City and head north of the water fountain. Can also be exchanged for 32 BP in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM46 Thief (Dark)

Description: The user attacks and steals the target's held item simultaneously. The user can't steal anything if it already holds an item.

Where to find it: Enter Eterna City and go east of the Team Galactic building. Now use Cut to take down a small tree and follow the path to get the TM.

  • PP: 25
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM47 Steel Wing (Steel)

Description: The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also raise the user's Defense stat.

Where to find it: You'll find it on Route 209 just south of the Lost Tower nestled between trees.

  • PP: 25
  • Power: 70
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM48 Skill Swap (Psychic)

Description: The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also raise the user's Defense stat.

Where to find it: When coming into Canalave City from Route 218, enter the first house you see next to the Poké Mart and talk to the Ace Trainer.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM49 Scald (Water)

Description: The user shoots boiling hot water at its target. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Where to find it: After you've first stepped into the Team Galactic Headquarters in Veilstone City, use the right portal and it will be in the next room.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM50 Overheat (Fire)

Description: The user attacks the target at full power. The attack's recoil harshly lowers the user's Sp. Atk stat.

Where to find it: When in Stark Mountain enter the main cave and you'll see is just south of the two Ace Trainers.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 130
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM51 Roost (Flying)

Description: The user lands and rests its body. This move restores the user's HP by up to half of its max HP.

Where to find it: When on Route 210, talk to the woman near Solaceon Town near the Honey Tree.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM52 Focus Blast (Fighting)

Description: The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽5500.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 120
  • Accuracy: 70%

TM53 Energy Ball (Grass)

Description: The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

Where to find it: When on Route 229 use Rock Climb to get on the ledge west of the two Ace Trainers. Can also be purchased at the Battle Park for 64 BP.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM54 False Swipe (Normal)

Description: A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽2000.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 65
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM55 Brine (Water)

Description: If the target's HP is half or less, this attack will hit with double the power.

Where to find it: Given to you by Pastoria City gym leader, Crasher Wake, after you defeat him.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 65
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM56 Fling (Dark)

Description: The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move's power and effects depend on the item.

Where to find it: When on Route 222, go to the ledge above the Pikachu Fan Club and talk to the Rich Boy.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM57 Charge Beam (Electric)

Description: The user attacks the target with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat.

Where to find it: Given to you by Sunyshore City gym leader, Volkner, after defeating him.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 50
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM58 Endure (Normal)

Description: The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽2000.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM59 Dragon Pulse (Dragon)

Description: The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Where to find it: When on Victory Road, you need to go down a waterfall near the northern stairs. Can also be exchanged for 80 BP in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 85
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM60 Drain Punch (Fighting)

Description: An energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

Where to find it: Given to you by the Veilstone City gym leader, Maylene, after beating her.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 75
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM61 Will-O-Wisp (Fire)

Description: The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.

Where to find it: Exchange 32 BP for it at the Battle Park.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 85%

TM62 Big Buzz (Bug)

Description: The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by the wind. This may also raise all the user's stats.

Where to find it: When in Route 212 you'll see it in the middle of your path near the school kid.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM63 Nasty Plot (Dark)

Description: The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. This sharply raises the user's Sp. Atk stat.

Where to find it: Go just south of the Veilstone City gym and talk to the Roughneck.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM64 Explosion (Normal)

Description: The user attacks everything around it by causing a tremendous explosion. The user faints upon using this move.

Where to find it: Talk to a Hiker in the Grand Underground and exchange it for Spheres.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 250
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM65 Shadow Claw (Ghost)

Description: The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

Where to find it: You get it from the Hearthome City gym leader, Fantina, after defeating her.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 70
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM66 Payback (Dark)

Description: The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

Where to find it: When on Route 215, talk to the Black Belt near the south side of the path before reaching the second bridge.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 50
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM67 Recycle (Normal)

Description: The user recycles a held item that has been used in battle so it can be used again.

Where to find it: Go to the Eterna Condominiums and talk to the Old Lady on the second floor.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM68 Giga Impact (Normal)

Description: The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can't move on the next turn.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽7500.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 150
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM69 Rock Polish (Rock)

Description: The user polishes its body to reduce drag. This sharply raises the Speed stat.

Where to find it: In the first floor of Mt. Coronet near the Route 211 entrance. You'll need to use Strength and Rock Break to get it.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM70 Flash (Normal)

Description: The user flashes a light that lowers the target's accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.

Where to find it: Found in the basement of the Oreburgh Gate, you'll need to use Rock Smash to reach it. It can also be purchased from Veilstone Department Store for ₽1000.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM71 Stone Edge (Rock)

Description: The user stabs the target from below with sharpened stones. Critical hits land more easily.

Where to find it: When on Victory Road, after you've passed three sets of bike ramps, you'll see it near the two Ace Trainers. You can also exchange 80 BP for it at the Battle Park.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: 100
  • Accuracy: 80%

TM72 Avalanche (Ice)

Description: The power of this attack move is doubled if the user has been hurt by the target in the same turn.

Where to find it: Get if from the Snowpoint City gym leader, Candice, after beating her.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM73 Thunder Wave (Electric)

Description: The user launches a weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the target.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽1000. You can also exchange 32 BP for it at the Battle Park.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM74 Gyro Ball (Steel)

Description: The user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user compared to the target, the greater the move's power.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽3000.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM75 Swords Dance (Normal)

Description: This dance sharply raises the user's Attack stat.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽1500.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM76 Stealth Rock (Rock)

Description: The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap hurts opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

Where to find it: Get it from Oreburgh City gym leader, Roark, after beating him.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM77 Psych Up (Normal)

Description: The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the target.

Where to find it: When on Route 211, talk to the Ace Trainer on the eastside near a Honey Tree.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM78 Snarl (Dark)

Description: The user yells as if it's ranting about something, which lowers the Sp. Atk stats of opposing Pokémon.

Where to find it: When on Route 204, walk east of the twins and use Cut on the small tree. Now talk to the Ace Trainer.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 55
  • Accuracy: 95%

TM79 Dark Pulse (Dark)

Description: The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. This may also make the target flinch.

Where to find it: When on Victory Road, you need to go to the stairs in the northern area and enter the room it leads to.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM80 Rock Slide (Rock)

Description: Large boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

Where to find it: Enter Mt. Coronet and head to the southewest corner when you reach the second floor. You will need to use Strength to reach it.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 75
  • Accuracy: 90%

TM81 X-Scissor (Bug)

Description: The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

Where to find it: When on Route 221, go to the Pal Park entrance and then head southeast to find it. You can also exchange 64 BP at the Battle Park for it.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM82 Sleep Talk (Normal)

Description: While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

Where to find it: When in Eterna Forest, use Cut to remove the small tree at the east end of a valley, just south of the Aroma Lady.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM83 Bulldoze (Ground)

Description: The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stats of those hit.

Where to find it: Purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽3000.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM84 Poison Jab (Poison)

Description: The target is stabbed with a tentacle, arm, or the like steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

Where to find it: When on Route 212 in the rainy section, use Surf to get on the water and you'll find it behind a tree near the policeman and some bridges.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM85 Dream Eater (Psychic)

Description: The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

Where to find it: Go to the house with a pool in front of it in the far left of the Valor Lakefront. Now use Rock Climb to climb down and over to the right until you get the TM.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 100
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM86 Grass Knot (Grass)

Description: The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the move's power.

Where to find it: Get it from Eterna City gym leader, Gardenia, after defeating her.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM87 Swagger (Normal)

Description: The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target's Attack stat.

Where to find it: Head to the northern part of Route 212 and enter the Pokémon Mansion. Go down the right hallway and it will be in Mr. Backlot's Office.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: 85%

TM88 Pluck (Flying)

Description: The user pecks the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

Where to find it: When in Floaroma Town, go to the house north of the Pokémon Center and talk to the girl inside.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 60
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM89 U-turn (Bug)

Description: After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

Where to find it: When in Canalave City, enter the water near the sailor and Surf south. It will be at the end. You can also purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽3000.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 70
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM90 Substitute (Normal)

Description: The user creates a substitute for itself using some of its HP. The substitute serves as the user's decoy.

Where to find it: Go northeast of Eterna Forest and enter the Old Chateau. Go to the secondfloor and as far right as you can to find it. You can also purchase it from Veilstone Department Store for ₽2000.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM91 Flash Cannon (Steel)

Description: The user gathers all its light energy and releases it all at once. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.

Where to find it: Get it from Canalave City gym leader, Byron, after you defeat him.

  • PP: 10
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM92 Trick Room

Description: The user creates a bizarre area where slower Pokémon get to move first for five turns.

Where to find it: When on Route 213, enter the house on the left of the path in the Hotel Grand Lake area and talk to the clown.

  • PP: 5
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM93 Cut (Normal)

Description: The target is cut with a scythe or claw. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: When you get to Eterna City, talk to Cynthia in front of the Team Galactic Building and she'll give it to you. You can also exchange 32 BP for it in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 30
  • Power: 50
  • Accuracy: 95%

TM94 Fly (Flying)

Description: The user flies up into the sky and then strikes its target on the next turn. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: When in Veilstone City, Go up the stairs behind the department store and enter Team Galactic's HQ. It will be there between two blue boxes. You can also exchange 40 BP for it in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 95%

TM95 Surf (Water)

Description: The user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: Talk to Cynthia's grandmother in the Celestic Town Ruins and she'll give it to you.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM96 Strength (Normal)

Description: The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: Enter the Lost Tower on Route 209 and go to the top floor. Now talk to the woman on the left side of the room. You can also exchange 40 BP for it in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM97 Defog (Flying)

Description: A strong wind blows away the target's barriers, such as Reflect or Light Screen, and lowers their evasiveness. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: Go to the Safari Park in Pastoria City and talk to the Ace Trainer on the right. Can also be exchanged for 32 BP in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: --
  • Accuracy: --

TM98 Rock Smash (Fighting)

Description: The user attacks with a punch that may lower the target's Defense stat. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: Talk to the Hiker on Route 203 near to where the Oreburgh Gate is. You can also exchange 40 BP for it in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 40
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM99 Waterfall (Water)

Description: The user charges at the target and may make it flinch. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: When in Sunyshore City, head northeast of the gym and talk to Jasmine on the beach to get this TM. You can also exchange it for 64 BP at the Battle Park.

  • PP: 15
  • Power: 80
  • Accuracy: 100%

TM100 Rock Climb (Normal)

Description: A charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It's also one of the Pokétch's hidden moves.

Where to find it: When on Route 217, you'll see it behind the house to the west of this snowy area. You can also exchange it for 32 BP in the Battle Park.

  • PP: 20
  • Power: 90
  • Accuracy: 85%

Gotta find 'em all!

Having the right moves can make your team incredibly powerful, so see which ones you want and seek them out. That way you and your Pokémon will be a true force to be reckoned with.

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