That's one of its attacks. Works just like the knock-out gas some of the infantry use, or a really good Sleepel.

[ Status Effects are the bane of his existence.

Bad puns, however, are not. It takes Zack a couple of seconds, but when he does get it, he throws his head back and laughs. Not exactly boisterous, but bright and genuine. ]

Good choice! I couldn't have put it better, myself.