Key Items and HMs cannot be held in Generation IV, only Giratina can hold the Griseous Orb, and Apricorns and Poké Balls made from them cannot be held from Generation V onward, TMs cannot be held. Though most items can be held by a Pokémon, many have no effect while held. Held items range from Berries, which can be used in battle for recovery of HP, curing of a status condition, raising of a stat, and other effects to the Soothe Bell, which boosts friendship gained. Likewise, items held by Pokémon traded to Generation I will not be lost. The capability to hold items was first introduced in Generation II however, when a Pokémon obtained in Generation I is traded to a Generation II game through the Time Capsule, it may be holding an item, such as a TM09 held by an Abra. 1.2 List of Abilities and moves affecting held items.
