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stableENLast updated Aug 28, 2026

Breeding items

Destiny Knot, incense, and other holds that change eggs or help in battle while breeding.

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Full breeding rules live on daycare. This page is the item list.

ItemEffect
Destiny KnotEgg inherits 5 IVs from the parents.
EverstoneEgg inherits that parent's Nature. Also blocks evolution.
Power itemsLock one IV. Listed on the daycare page.
Wave IncenseBoosts Water moves. Needed for some baby Pokémon.
Sea IncenseBoosts Water moves. Needed for some baby Pokémon.
Rose IncenseBoosts Grass moves. Needed for some baby Pokémon.
Rock IncenseBoosts Rock moves. Needed for some baby Pokémon.
Odd IncenseBoosts Psychic moves. Needed for some baby Pokémon.
Lax IncenseLowers the foe's accuracy. Needed for some baby Pokémon.
Pure IncenseLowers wild encounters. Needed for some baby Pokémon.
Mirror HerbCopies an opponent's stat boosts once. Also used when transferring egg moves.

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