A. Abilities are the new successor to Poke-Powers and Poke-Bodies, and their debut is in the BW bloc. Abilities are reminiscent of Pokemon Powers since they combine both Power- and Body-like effects; however they are not the same. Abilities are totally and distinctly separate from Poke-Powers, Poke-Bodies, and Pokemon Powers. Any cards that reference Abilities will affect Abilities only; similarly, any card that does not reference Abilities will not affect Abilities at all. For example, you cannot use TGI G-103 [Power Spray] to stop an Ability from being used. Special Conditions will also not prevent the use of Abilities.
