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Transform へんしん Transform

Battles Type  Normal Category  Status PP  10 (max. 16) Power  — Accuracy  —% Priority  {{{priority}}} Does not make contact Not affected by Protect Not affected by Magic Coat Not affected by Snatch Not affected by Mirror Move Not affected by King's Rock

Target Foe Foe Foe Self Ally Ally May affect anyone adjacent to the user

Availability Introduced  Generation I Not a TM, TR, HM, or Move Tutor move.

Contests Condition  Smart Appeal  3 ♥♥♥ Jam  0   Can be repeatedly used without boring the Judge.

Super Contests Condition  Smart Appeal  1 ♥ Earn +3 if the Pokémon gets the lowest score.

Contest Spectaculars Condition  Clever Appeal  3 ♥♥♥ Jamming  0   An appealing move that can be used repeatedly without boring the audience.

On Smogon's Movedex: Generation I Generation II Generation III Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX

Transform (Japanese: へんしん Transform) is a non-damaging Normal-type move introduced in Generation I.

Effect

	This move effect may be in need of research. Reason: Are PP Ups taken into account for maximum PP displayed for a transformed Pokémon in Generation I and II? How does transform interact with species-specific items, such as soul dew or eviolite? You can discuss this on the talk page.

Transform changes the user's current species, type, stats (except the current and maximum HP), stat modifications, moves, Ability, and cry to that of the target's. However, the summary and party screens will still show the Pokémon in its original state, unaffected by Transform.

Transform does not copy the target's status conditions and level. The Pokémon's nickname is not affected by Transform either. If the transformed Pokémon has no nickname, it will still use the name of its original species. For instance, if a Ditto with no nickname transforms into Pikachu, its name will stay as "Ditto" even though its appearance will be of a Pikachu.

All moves copied by Transform will initially have 5 remaining PP, except any moves whose maximum PP is fewer than 5 will simply have their full PP. For instance, if Ditto copies Sketch, this move will have 1 PP remaining.

The transformed Pokémon has the same appearance as the target Pokémon, including any gender differences. However, the original gender of the Transform user is kept for all other gender-based mechanics.

If Transform is used by a genderless Pokémon (such as Ditto or Mew), it stays genderless even when transformed (no matter what is the gender of the Transform target). The transformed Pokémon remains with no gender symbol in battle. As expected of all genderless Pokémon, some gender-based game mechanics like Attract and Cute Charm will not work on that transformed Pokémon. For instance, if Ditto uses Transform on a female Pikachu, Ditto will have the appearance of a female Pikachu (including the heart-shaped tail), but will still be treated as a genderless Pokémon (with no gender symbol and unaffected by some gender-based mechanics). Similarly, Ditto can transform into a genderless version of Nidoran♀ or Nidoran♂, in which case the correct male or female Nidoran sprite is used, but the Pokémon is still treated as genderless.

If Transform is used by a male or female Pokémon (such as Smeargle from Generation III onwards, or a Metronome user up to Generation IV), once again the correct appearance is copied (with any gender differences), but the user's gender remains unchanged as well. The original gender symbol remains in battle (unchanged by Transform), and the original gender is used for game mechanics such as Attract and Cute Charm. Some examples:

• If a female Pokémon uses Transform on a Meowth, that female Pokémon will become a female Meowth (no matter what is the gender of the original Meowth).
• If a male Pokémon uses Transform on a Jynx, that male Pokémon will become a male Jynx (even though Jynx's gender ratio is 100% female).
• If a female Pokémon uses Transform on a Hitmonchan, that female Pokémon will become a female Hitmonchan (even though Hitmonchan's gender ratio is 100% male).
• If a female Pokémon uses Transform on an Unown, that female Pokémon will become a female Unown (even though Unown is genderless).
• If a female Clefairy uses Transform on a male Pikachu, the transformed Clefairy will have the appearance of a male Pikachu (lacking the heart-shaped tail), but it will have the female gender symbol (♀). This transformed Pokémon will still be treated as female (the user's original gender before the transformation) for the purpose of game mechanics such as Attract and Cute Charm.
• If a male Pokémon uses Transform on Nidoran♀, it will have the correct female Nidoran sprite but its gender symbol will remain male (♂) in battle, and it will also be treated as a male Pokémon when needed for gender-based game mechanics.

Imposter (Ditto's signature Ability) automatically causes the user to transform into the opponent.

Generation I

Transform does not copy the target's base experience and generic Minimize image. If a transformed Pokémon takes damage from a critical hit, its original stats will be used rather than its stats after Transform. The probability of a transformed Pokémon scoring a critical hit is based on the original Pokémon's base Speed, not the base Speed of the Pokémon it transformed into.

The transformed Pokémon retains its original palette (although this is only relevant on systems that use color, such as the Super Game Boy, as well as the non-Japanese Pokémon Yellow on the Game Boy Color or Virtual Console). For example, in Pokémon Red and Blue, if Ditto (a purple Pokémon) uses Transform on Pikachu, then Ditto becomes a purple-colored Pikachu.

If two Pokémon battle using only Transform in this generation (such as a battle between two Ditto, or two Mew with no other moves), both Pokémon will continually Transform into each other, replenishing the 5 PP constantly and making the battle seemingly endless. PP-restoring items such as Ethers used from the Bag can only restore PP to moves the Pokémon knows before transforming.

Transform bypasses accuracy checks to always hit, even if the target is in the semi-invulnerable turn of a move such as Dig or Fly.

If a wild Pokémon uses Transform and is subsequently caught, it will become a Ditto, regardless of what species it originally was. It will then have all the stats and moves of a Ditto, except for its current HP, which will remain unaltered by this change. If a wild Pokémon uses Transform twice and is subsequently caught, its DVs will be the DVs of the first Pokémon it transformed into.

In Japanese Pokémon Stadium, two Ditto are able to fight an endless battle by continually transforming into each other and replenishing their PP (this is the same as in the core series games of this generation).

In Pokémon Stadium, Transform will fail if the target's current species is Ditto. However, two Mew can still fight an endless battle by continually transforming into each other and replenishing their PP. Alternatively, a Ditto and a Mew can also fight an endless battle, because once Ditto transforms into Mew, both Pokémon can keep transforming into each other as well.

In both Japanese Pokémon Stadium and Pokémon Stadium, the transformed Pokémon appears with the normal colors of the target.

Generation II

Like in Generation I, a transformed Pokémon retains its original palette colors. This remains even with the introduction of Shiny Pokémon in Generation II. For instance, if a Shiny Ditto (a blue Pokémon) uses Transform on Pikachu, then Ditto becomes a blue Pikachu.

A transformed Pokémon retains its original species for determining if it is boosted by Pokémon-specific stat-enhancing items, with the exception of Metal Powder, which uses the target's species.

Transform will now fail if used on a transformed opponent. Therefore, in a battle between two Transform users, the first Pokémon may use Transform indefinitely and replenish its PP with every use, but the second Pokémon will simple fail to use Transform every time.

Transform will now fail if the target is in the semi-invulnerable turn of a move such as Dig or Fly. Wild Pokémon are now treated as their original species upon capture after transforming, rather than being treated as Ditto like in Generation I.

Transform will correctly copy Unown's letter.

In Pokémon Stadium 2, Transform works like in the core series games of this generation, even if the target is a Ditto (unlike in the previous game Pokémon Stadium). However, a Shiny Pokémon transforms into the Shiny version of the target Pokémon. Likewise, a non-Shiny Pokémon transforms into the non-Shiny version of the target Pokémon. For instance, if a Shiny Ditto uses Transform on a non-Shiny (red) Magikarp, then Ditto becomes a Shiny (golden) Magikarp.

Generation III

	This move effect may be in need of research. Reason: Interaction with Deoxys's forms in link battles between games in which Deoxys has different forms You can discuss this on the talk page.

In this generation (as well as previously done in Pokémon Stadium 2), a Shiny Pokémon transforms into the Shiny version of the target Pokémon. Likewise, a non-Shiny Pokémon transforms into the non-Shiny version of the target Pokémon. This also applies to Pokémon Colosseum and XD. For instance, if a Shiny Ditto uses Transform on a non-Shiny (red) Magikarp, then Ditto becomes a Shiny (golden) Magikarp.

Starting in this generation, Transform copies the catch rate, the base experience, and the EV yield of the target.

Leppa Berries used from the Bag or as a held item can only restore PP to moves the Pokémon knows before transforming. A held Leppa Berry will only be consumed if a move known before transforming reaches 0 PP. The maximum PP of a move known due to Transform is the move's base maximum PP, regardless of any PP Ups used by the target.

If a Pokémon transforms into a Pokémon with multiple forms, it will copy the form of the target. If a Pokémon transforms into a Castform and has the Ability Forecast, it will change form depending on the weather after transforming into Castform's current form.

During a Pokémon Contest, the Pokémon will transform into one of the other contestants.

Generation IV

Transform now copies the target's coloration; whether or not the transformed Pokémon is Shiny depends on whether the target is, not the user. This also applies to Pokémon Battle Revolution. For instance, if any Ditto (Shiny or not) uses Transform on a non-Shiny Magikarp, then Ditto becomes a non-Shiny Magikarp as well. Likewise, if any Ditto uses Transform on a Shiny (golden) Magikarp, Ditto becomes a Shiny Magikarp as well.

A held Leppa Berry will be consumed if the Pokémon runs out of PP for a move it knows due to Transform. If a Leppa Berry is consumed via Bug Bite, Pluck or Fling, it will restore PP to a move known due to Transform. A Leppa Berry consumed as a held item, or via Bug Bite, Pluck or Fling, can restore a move's PP above the 5 Transform gives, as long as it doesn't exceed the move's maximum PP.

If a Pokémon transforms into Origin Forme Giratina or Arceus, the Pokémon first transforms into the target's current form, then immediately changes to the form corresponding to its own held item; therefore, if it transforms into an Arceus but holds a Plate, it will first assume the target Arceus's form, then immediately change to the form corresponding to its own Plate (even if the transformed Pokémon had its Ability suppressed by Gastro Acid). If a Pokémon transforms into Origin Forme Giratina in the Distortion World, it will remain in Origin Forme regardless of its held item. If a Pokémon transforms into Cherrim, it will change form depending on the weather. If a Pokémon transforms into Sky Forme Shaymin, it will change to Land Forme if it is frozen.

As in previous generations, a transformed Pokémon retains its original species for determining if it is boosted by Pokémon-specific stat-enhancing items, with the exception of Metal Powder and Quick Powder, which use the target's species.

During a Pokémon Super Contest, the Pokémon will transform into one of the other contestants.

Generation V

Transform no longer copies the target's catch rate.

Transform will now fail if used by a Pokémon that is already transformed. Therefore, in a battle between two Transform users (such as two Ditto), the first Pokémon will be able to use Transform only once (which will change Transform's PP to 5) and any further Transform attempts will fail, while the second Pokémon simply will not be able to use Transform against that transformed Pokémon.

Transform will now fail if targeting a Pokémon behind a substitute, or targeting a Pokémon under the effect of Illusion.

A move known due to Transform now always has at most 5 PP, regardless of the move's base maximum PP if it is greater than 5. As such, a Leppa Berry cannot restore the PP of a move known due to Transform above 5.

A transformed Pokémon can no longer change forms; it will remain in the form the target was in when the user transformed into it. For example, if a Pokémon transforms into Castform, it will not change form even if the weather changes.

Pokémon that know Transform are banned from participating in Pokéstar Studios films.

In Generation V, using Transform while holding a Choice item (the Choice Band, Choice Scarf, or Choice Specs) on a target that also knows Transform will force the user to continue using Transform.

Generation VI

	This move effect may be in need of research. Reason: Interaction with choice items on targets who also know Transform aside from Generation V You can discuss this on the talk page.

The user will transform into Mega-Evolved Pokémon and maintain the form regardless of whether it holds the required Mega Stone. This has no effect on the restriction that only allows each player one Mega Evolution per battle. Also, a Pokémon that transforms into a species that has a Mega Evolution (but is not yet Mega Evolved) will be unable to Mega Evolve, even if the transformed Pokémon holds the corresponding Mega Stone.

A transformed Pokémon can use moves exclusive to a species it has transformed into, such as Hyperspace Fury if transformed into Hoopa Unbound.

Transform will fail if used on a Pokémon that is protected by Crafty Shield.

In Pokémon Contest Spectaculars, if Transform is used, a Substitute doll would be thrown in the stage. The user would then transform into the doll. The effects of Transform will last for the round it is used in.

Generation VII

Even if a Pokémon transforms into Meteor Form Minior, Shields Down will not prevent a transformed Pokémon from being afflicted with status conditions.

If powered up by a Normalium Z into Z-Transform, the user's HP is fully restored.

A transformed Pokémon can use Z-Moves exclusive to a species it has transformed into and if it holds an appropriate Z-Crystal (excluding Ultra Necrozma). If the user has transformed into a Mega-Evolved Pokémon, it cannot use any Z-Moves, even if it holds an appropriate Z-Crystal.

If the user transforms into a Pokémon that has no type (i.e. it was a pure Fire type that used Burn Up), the user will become Normal-type; if such a target has additionally been affected by Forest's Curse or Trick-or-Treat, the user will become Normal-type with an added Grass or Ghost type respectively. If the user transforms into a dual-typed Pokémon that has used Burn Up, however, Transform will copy the target's current types (and type additions) as usual.

In Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!, if the user transforms into the Partner Pikachu^P/Eevee^E, it will also copy any clothes they have on them.

Generation VIII

If a Pokémon transforms into a Dynamax Pokémon, it will successfully transform but not become Dynamaxed. Transformed Pokémon can Dynamax, unless they are transformed into Zacian, Zamazenta, or Eternatus; if the user is already Dynamaxed, Transform will fail against these three Pokémon. Transform does not copy the Gigantamax Factor, so even if a Pokémon transforms into a Pokémon that can Gigantamax, the transformed Pokémon will be able to Dynamax but not Gigantamax. If the target is Eternamax Eternatus, the user transforms into the regular version of Eternatus.

Description

Learnset

By leveling up

#	Pokémon		Types	Egg Groups		Level
						I	II	III	IV	V	VI	VII	VIII	IX
0132		Ditto		Ditto		Ditto	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
0151		Mew		style="text-align:center; background:#Template:Undiscovered egg color;" width="140px" colspan="2" | Undiscovered	style="text-align:center; display:none; background:#Template:Undiscovered egg color;" | Undiscovered	10	10	10	1	1	1	1SMUSUM 99PE	80
Bold indicates a Pokémon gains STAB from this move. Italics indicates a Pokémon whose evolution or alternate form receives STAB from this move. A dash (−) indicates a Pokémon cannot learn the move by the designated method. An empty cell indicates a Pokémon that is unavailable in that game/generation.

Glitches

--

Main article: -- (move)

In Generation I, if a Pokémon transforms into another Pokémon that knows more moves and, while transformed, switches the position of the move in the slot of a legitimate move and one which should contain no move, after reverting to its original form, it will have access to the glitch move --.

Ditto glitch

Main article: Mew glitch

The primary method of the Mew glitch involves having a wild Ditto transform into the player's Pokémon, as this copies the Special stat, which is used to modify the species of Pokémon encountered.

Transform assumption glitch

In Generation I and II, any Pokémon that uses Transform is regarded as a Ditto in its new form; this means that if the player catches a Mew or a glitch Pokémon which has used the move Transform, or a Pokémon which has used Transform via Mirror Move, instead they will obtain a Ditto. Mew turning into Ditto was not an issue in these games because a wild Mew could not be legitimately encountered prior to Generation III. However, the Clefairy, Pidgey, and Fearow lines, which could be found in the wild, could use Transform via Metronome and Mirror Move, and would turn into Ditto on capture. This system was changed in Generation III.

Shiny Ditto glitch

Main article: List of glitches in Generation II → Shiny Ditto DV manipulation

The Shiny Ditto glitch requires a game from Generation I and Generation II, but only has an effect on a Generation II game. In Generation I, if a Pokémon uses the move Transform while already transformed, after being caught it will retain the IVs of the Pokémon it transformed into. Due to Shininess being determined by IVs in Generations I and II, this allows the player to make a wild Ditto Shiny by having it use Transform while already Transformed; this can be accomplished by either having a Shiny Pokémon that knows Transform (Mew, certain glitch Pokémon, or another Ditto), or by teaching a Shiny Pokémon Mimic, then having the wild Ditto use Mimic on the move Transform. While Shiny Pokémon do not exist in Generation I, due to being determined by IVs, this Ditto will be Shiny when traded to Generation II.

Sketch glitch

Main article: Sketch glitch

In Generation II, if a Pokémon uses Sketch while transformed, it will permanently learn the Sketched move.

Transform held item glitch

Main article: List of glitches in Generation IV → Transform held item glitch

In Japanese versions of Diamond and Pearl, if a Pokémon holding an item uses Transform and has its item stolen, as long as it does not faint before the end of the battle, both the transforming Pokémon and the thief will retain the item after the battle.

Mimic glitch

Main article: Mimic glitch

In Japanese versions of Pokémon Diamond and Pearl, if a Pokémon uses Transform via Mimic then faints, it will keep the moves it learned via Transform.

Rage glitch

Main article: Rage glitch

In Generation IV, if a transformed Pokémon uses Rage and causes the message "Rage is building" to appear, then defeats or captures the opponent, the Pokémon will permanently learn the moves it knew while transformed.

Level up glitch

	This glitch is in need of research. Reason: It is currently unknown what other games this glitch is present in, if any. You can discuss this on the talk page.

In Pokémon Emerald, if a transformed Pokémon levels up during battle, it will utilize its normal, non-transformed stats for the remainder of the fight.

In other games

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series

In Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team and Explorers of Time, Darkness and Sky, Transform has 1PP. The move causes the user to take the form of a random hostile Pokémon on the dungeon's floor. It does not copy anything else; if the Pokémon had nothing but Transform, they are left only with the regular attack and Struggle. This move is affected by Taunt.

In Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon, Transform copies the appearance, type, Ability, moves, and stat modifications of the target for the current floor. Moves learned through Sketch while transformed will be forgotten after moving to the next floor. If used by an enemy to transform into the leader, the leader's teammates become confused.

Transformed Pokémon are still prone to status conditions and Dungeon tile restrictions from its original form; for example, a Ditto transformed into a Fire-type can still be burned, and a Pokémon that cannot walk through water still cannot when transforming into a Pokémon that is able to.

Pokémon GO

In a Gym or Raid Battle, Transform is automatically cast at the beginning of the battle. It turns the user into a copy of the opponent and copies the opponent's moves, species, base Attack, and base Defense; HP, IVs, and Power Up level are not copied. Unlike other attacks, Transform does not require the user to wait out the duration before casting an attack or dodging, and its animation is purely visual. However, it may cause lags for the rest of the battle if the player attempts to attack during the animation. The effects of Transform expire at the end of the battle.

Transform will not be cast if the opponent is a Ditto.

Transform
Fast Attack
Gyms & Raids Power 0 Energy boost 0 Duration 2.23 seconds Damage window 0.3 – 0.7 seconds
Trainer Battles Power 0 Energy boost 0 Turns 3
Eligible Pokémon:
Standard eligibility By Elite Fast TM By GO Snapshot As Shadow Pokémon As Purified Pokémon Formerly eligible None

Updates

Gyms & Raids

• February 16, 2017
  • Duration: 1.73 → 2.23 seconds

Description

Games Description MDRB The user gains the Transformed status. The user transforms into a hostile Pokémon that appears on the floor. MDTDS Gives the user a Transformed status, which transforms the user into one of the enemy Pokémon that can appear on the floor. BSL じぶんを へんしんじょうたいにかえる フロアに しゅつげんする てきポケモンの どれかに へんしんする このわざは ポケモンタワーでは くりだせない MDGtI UNUSED SMD You transform into another Pokémon. If an enemy uses this move, your party will find it confusing.* It makes your appearance the same as a target Pokémon's. Your moves and types will also change to those of the target Pokémon. If an enemy uses this move, your teammates may mistake it for someone else, so be careful!*

In the anime

Ditto Drake's Ditto Mew Ditto 1 and 2
The user transforms into a copy of the foe right down to having the same move set.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Used In		Notes
	Ditto's body glows white, multicolored, yellow, or light blue, then transforms into the opponent.
Duplica's Ditto	Ditto's Mysterious Mansion		Debut
Drake's Ditto	Hello, Pummelo!		None
Duplica's Mini-Dit	Imitation Confrontation		None
Brodie's Ditto	Unfair Weather Friends		None
A wild Ditto	Pikachu's Ghost Carnival		None
Narissa's Ditto 1	Dealing With a Fierce Double Ditto Drama!		None
Narissa's Ditto 2	Dealing With a Fierce Double Ditto Drama!		None
A wild Ditto	Deceiving Appearances!		None
A wild Ditto	A Talent for Imitation!		None
	Mew's body glows white or multicolored, then it transforms into any Pokémon.
A wild Mew	The Journey to be a Pokémon Master Begins!!		None
Mew (M08)	Lucario and the Mystery of Mew		None
Mew (recurring)	Enter Pikachu!		None

In the manga

In the Aim to Be a Card Master!! manga

Ditto
The user transforms into the opposing Pokémon.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Ditto transforms into the opposing Pokémon.
Kenta's Ditto	District Convention "Kenta, to the Open Sea"		Debut

In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga

Ditto; copying Pikachu Ditto; copying Machoke Ditto; copying Ash
The user morphs its body to look like the target.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Ditto morphs its body into a flimsy, giggly copy of the opponent.
Duplica's Ditto	Pikachu's Excellent Adventure		Debut
Drake's Ditto	The Orange Crew Supreme Gym Leader		None

In the Pokémon Adventures manga

Ditto
The user transforms into a copy of the foe right down to having the same move set.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Ditto morphs its body into the shape of something. It also gains the opponent's abilities as well.
Green's Ditty	Tauros the Tyrant		Debut
A Team Rocket Grunt's Ditto	Miltank Melee		None

In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga

Ditto
The user transforms into a replica of something else.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Ditto turns into an exact replica of something else.
Whitney's Ditto	For Pikachu's Sake!! The Search For The Missing Farfetch'd		Debut

In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga

Ditto
The user transforms into a copy of something else.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Ditto turns into a copy of something else.
Shu's Ditto	Get Moltres?		Debut

In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga

Ditto Clefairy
The user transforms into a replica of the foe.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Clefairy transforms into an animate object.
Red's Clefairy	Bring Down the Powerful Opponent Onix!!		Debut Clefairy cannot legally learn Transform
	Ditto turns into an exact replica of the opponent.
Giovanni's Ditto	Who's The Real Clefairy?!		None

In the Pokémon Zensho manga

Ditto
The user transforms into the opposing Pokémon.
Pokémon	Method
User	First Chapter Used In		Notes
	Ditto transforms into the opposing Pokémon.
Satoshi's Ditto	Fuchsia City		Debut

In other generations

Core series games

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Side series games

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Spin-off series games

Generation I	RBY	Generation I (Japanese)	Generation I (international)	Generation II	Generation II (Japanese)	Generation II (international)	Crystal	Generation III	Generation III (Japanese)	Generation III (international)	RS	FRLG	FRLGE	Generation IV	Generation IV (Japanese)	Generation IV (international)	PtHGSS	HGSS	Generation V	BW	B2W2	Generation V (Japanese)	Generation V (international)	Generation VI	XY	ORAS	Generation VII	SMUSUM	LGPE	Generation VIII	SwSh	BDSP	Legends: Arceus	Generation IX	Stadium (JP)	Stadium	Stadium 2	Colosseum	XD	Battle Revolution	Battrio	MD: Red and Blue	MD:Time, Darkness, andSky	MD: Blazing, Stormy, & Light Adventure Squad	MD: GTI	SMD	MD: RTDX	Rumble	Rumble Blast	Masters EX

Trivia

• In the German version of the Generation II games, this move was renamed from Wandler into Verwandler. The reason for this is unknown. Even though the difference in meaning is minimal, this change was retracted in the following generations.
• Transform is the only way to see the battle animation of Cherrim's Sunshine Form in Generation IV, as Cherrim sent from a Poké Ball will always be sent out in Overcast Form, and Cherrim is not available in the wild in Generation IV. A Ditto that transforms into Cherrim, however, will play the animation of the alternate form if it escapes from a thrown Poké Ball.
• With the help of Transform, Pokémon can legitimately have more than 510 total effort values: if the target has EVs in some stats beside HP and the Transform user has EVs in HP, after transforming the total number of its EVs can exceed 510 due to HP not being copied.

In other languages

Language Title Chinese Cantonese 變身 Binsān Mandarin 變身 / 变身 Biànshēn Czech Přeměna Danish Forvandling Dutch Transformeer Finnish Muuntautuminen French Morphing German Wandler Verwandler (Gen II only) Greek Μεταμόρφωση Indonesian Transformasi Berubah Italian Trasformaz. Korean 변신 Byeonsin Norwegian Forvandle[1] Polish Transformacja Brazilian Portuguese Transformação Serbian Transformacija Spanish Latin America Transformación* Mutación (EP111) Spain Transformación* Transform* Swedish Transformering Vietnamese Biến Hình

References

This article is part of Project Moves and Abilities, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on two related aspects of the Pokémon games.