Pokemon Sword and Shield - Recommended TR Moves

Overview

Preserving an old feature from the past, Technical Records or TRs function like TMs from past games. Unlike TM, a TR is finite and will break after being used. TRs have 99 different types and collectively come as an extension of TMs and tutor moves. The TR moves that are worth saving include those that help a Pokemon cover up a weakness, strengthen a Pokemon’s stats, or disrupts a foe from using its moves. For example, attaching the TR flamethrower can help some fairy types deal with steel types. Below is a list of some useful TRs and their effects.

TR List

List of recommended TR moves

Entry hazards

Entry hazards are moves that are thrown on the opponent’s side of the field. These consist of moves that deal some chip damage. In single battles, having a way to deal some chip damage to your opponents can help allies that are waiting at the back. These can be in the form of forcing switches to ensure that your Pokemon can knock out the opponent without taking a hit. Getting the needed chip damage can also double as way to deny a foe from using its held item such as focus sash or weakness policy.

Raising stats

Getting buffs or needed boosts helps some Pokemon outperform their foes. Focus on identifying threats and knock them out before sending out your Pokemon. When the coast is clear, Pokemon that rely on raising its stats can safely come in and start sweeping its foes.

Coverage moves

Coverage moves consist of moves that deal good damage. These moves are often paired with Pokemon that have high attack or special attack stats. Pokemon that rely on life orb or choice items also appreciate learning these moves. Some moves give higher base power at the expense of lower accuracy and others lower the user’s stats. Meanwhile, other moves have a chance to score added effects which range from afflicting status or debuffing foes.

Moves that hit multiple targets

There are also moves that hit at least two targets at once which can be useful in double battles. However, the downside to using these are their shaky accuracy.

Support moves

Moves are not always about attacking and in double battles some Pokemon can help its ally take hits, buy time, or even draw the enemy’s attention.

Moves that depend on other factors

Some Pokemon have high health with respect to their defense, special defense or both. These Pokemon are often trained to survive most attacks which can neglect their attack or special attack stats. As a work around, moves that do not factor in the user’s attack are useful to give these Pokemon a way to consistently deal damage.

*Despite their effects, these moves are often used by Pokemon that still have some attack investment.

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