How do you catch Digimon in battle?

You can't actually "catch" Digimon in the traditional sense during battle, like you would in a game like Pokémon.

Here's why:

* Digimon are partners: In the Digimon universe, Digimon are partners to their human tamers. They aren't wild creatures to be captured.

* No "capture" mechanic: The Digimon games and anime don't feature a mechanic where you capture your opponent's Digimon in battle.

* Evolution is key: Instead of capturing, Digimon evolve through training and battle experience. The focus is on raising and bonding with your partner Digimon, not on collecting them.

Here are some ways you can acquire new Digimon in the Digimon franchise:

* Taming: In some games, you can tame Digimon in the wild by befriending them. This usually involves feeding them, battling alongside them, or completing specific tasks.

* Digivolving: As your partner Digimon grows stronger and levels up, they can evolve into new forms. This is the primary way to acquire new Digimon in the series.

* Receiving as gifts: In some cases, you might receive a Digimon as a gift from a friend or a character in the story.

The focus in the Digimon universe is on the partnership between a tamer and their Digimon, not on collecting them.