What does stacking toxic spikes do?

One layer of Toxic Spikes causes opposing Pokémon to acquire the poison status ailment upon switching in, while two or more layers causes opposing Pokémon to become badly poisoned.
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What happens if you stack Toxic Spikes?

Yes, you can.

From Generation III onward, you can stack Spikes up to three times, dealing more damage on entering Pokémon, with a maximum of 25% damage to an opponent switching in (unless it is levitating).
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Can you set up multiple Toxic Spikes?

2 Answers. Yep. 2 layers of Toxic Spikes and 3 layers of Spikes can be laid down at once.
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Can you use spikes and Toxic Spikes at the same time?

You can, you can use stealth rock, toxic spikes and spikes all at once.
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Is Toxic Spikes better than spikes?

Toxic Spikes have the advantage that they affect every of your foe's pokemon when they switch in. And if you lie down two rows of spikes, they have the same effect as Toxic and badly poison your foe's pokemon.
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How much damage does 3 layers of spikes do?

One layer of Spikes will damage the opponent Pokémon by 1/8 (12.5%) of its maximum HP, two layers will deal 1/6 (16.67%), and three layers will deal 1/4 (25%). Any Pokémon with Levitate will also be immune to the damage.
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Does using Toxic Spikes twice do anything?

Yes. Also if you layer toxic spikes twice, they are toxic poisoned.
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How many layers of spikes can you lay?

Up to three layers of Spikes can be set. Flying-type Pokémon and Pokémon with Levitate are not affected by Spikes. Spikes can be removed if a Pokémon on the afflicted side uses Rapid Spin or if a Pokémon on either side uses Defog.
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Should you run long distance in spikes?

There are some athletes who decide to run 800m races in long distance spikes, and some athletes who run a 5k in middle distance spikes. The key is to chose what works for you, what you feel most comfortable in. However, I strongly recommend NOT running a long distance race in sprint spikes.
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Do you run faster with spikes?

Running spikes are ultimately designed to help you run faster on certain, uneven terrain. By providing extra grip to the forefoot you can transfer more force forward, using that stick to push off, improving your stride turnover.
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Does Toxic Spikes wear off?

Toxic Spikes can be cleared from the field by the moves Rapid Spin (around the user) or Defog (around the target). Poison type Pokémon (that are not raised) will absorb the spikes upon switching in, removing their effect.
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Is Stealth Rock or spikes better?

Spikes are not as common as Stealth Rock, but are usually more dangerous. Spikes are put down in up to three layers, and increase in damage output with increasing layers.
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What does Toxic Spikes not affect?

Toxic Spikes has no effect against Flying-type, Poison-type, or Steel-type Pokémon or Pokémon with the Ability Immunity, Levitate, Leaf Guard (during intense sunlight), or Magic Guard.
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Does Toxic Spikes affect Shedinja?

Poison and Burn damage will KO it, with the main sources being Toxic, Toxic Spikes and Will-o-Wisp. If Shedinja hits itself in confusion, it'll KO itself. It can also be KOed by Leech Seed damage. Entry Hazard damage (Spikes and Stealth Rock) or Weather damage (Hail or Sandstorm) will also KO it.
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Can Ditto remove Toxic Spikes?

Finally, Toxic Spikes, like all hazards, take effect before Abilities activate, so Ditto will become poisoned and then Transform. Toxic Spikes are never removed when an active Pokemon turns into a Poison-type or "lands on the ground" if it happens to be a levitating Poison-type.
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What spikes are best for mile?

Best Mid-Distance Spikes
  • Saucony Vendetta v3.
  • New Balance MD500 v8.
  • Saucony Ballista MD.
  • New Balance MD800 v8.
  • Brooks ELMN8 v7.
  • HOKA Cielo X MD.
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Do spikes make you faster 100m?

However, spikes will significantly increase your speed and give you a secure hold on the slick track surface.
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Should track spikes feel tight?

How Your Spikes Should Fit. Sprint, jump, and throw spikes should fit like a glove. They will be snug and provide a narrow fit. Your toes should reach the end of the shoes, but not be jammed into them.
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How long does it take for spikes to dull?

"A spike should feel like it was meant for your foot, a little more snug than a training shoe feels." How long will a pair of spikes last? Most spikes should hold up for at least two to three high school seasons (and they generally feel better the more they get used).
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Do you warm up in spikes?

Tip #3 – Never warm up in spikes.

To help reduce the risk of injury never do your warm up drill or jogging in spikes. Protect yourself as much as possible. Wait until you are completely warmed up before putting on your spikes.
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How much faster do super spikes make you?

Almost all sprinting is anaerobic. Still, Burns estimated Nike's super spikes might confer about an energy advantage of 1.5% to 2%.
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Does Roar trigger Stealth Rock?

Stealth Rock can be used as part of a Contest Spectacular combination, causing Circle Throw, Dragon Tail, Roar, and Whirlwind to give extra three appeal points if used in the next turn.
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Does ice spinner remove spikes?

Ice Spinner inflicts damage and removes any terrain present on the battlefield. However, if the user faints due to its held Life Orb, the target's held Rocky Helmet, or the target has the Ability Rough Skin or Iron Barbs, or the user is forced to switch out due to the target's Red Card, the terrain is not removed.
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Is Venoshock worth it?

The reason Venoshock is so high up this list is its ability to deal double damage when used against poisoned opponents – giving it an incredible 130 power rating. The PP count can be increased to 16, and doing so is highly recommended.
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Does Toxic Spikes badly Poison?

Toxic Spikes sets an entry hazard around the target Pokémon. One layer of Toxic Spikes causes opposing Pokémon to acquire the Poison status ailment upon switching in, while two or more layers causes opposing Pokémon to become badly poisoned.
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