Learn about Individual Values (IVs) in pokemon xy, a crucial stat that determines a Pokemon's potential. Understand how they work and how to check them.
Individual Values (IVs) are a fundamental aspect of training strong Pokemon in pokemon xy. Each of a Pokemon's six stats (HP, Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed) has an IV ranging from 0 to 31. These values are determined when you obtain the Pokemon and cannot be changed through normal gameplay, though certain methods can influence them.
Understanding IVs is crucial for competitive play and for maximizing your Pokemon's strength. A Pokemon with perfect IVs (31 in every stat) will have significantly higher base stats than a Pokemon with low IVs.
How to Check IVs:
In pokemon xy, the primary way to check your Pokemon's IVs is through the 'Judge' function. This function becomes available after you have earned at least three Gym Badges and then visited the Kiloude City Pokemon Center. Talk to the NPC (non-player character — anyone the game controls, not you) inside the Pokemon Center, and he will evaluate your Pokemon's IVs, giving you a general idea of their potential.
Understanding the Judge's Evaluation:
- The Judge will provide an overall assessment of your Pokemon's IVs, such as 'Decent', 'Above Average', 'Great', 'Fantastic', or 'Hampster'.
- He will also highlight which stats have the highest IVs, indicating if they are 'Best' (31), 'Very Good' (26-30), 'Good' (17-25), 'No Good' (0-8), or somewhere in between.
- A Pokemon with a total IV sum of 150 or higher will be described as having 'Outstanding potential'.
- Focus on obtaining Pokemon with 'Best' IVs in the stats that matter most for their role. For example, a physical attacker will want 'Best' IVs in Attack and Speed.
- While the Judge provides a good overview, for precise IV checking, you may need to use external tools or websites that calculate IVs based on your Pokemon's stats at a specific level.
- Breeding is the most effective way to pass down good IVs. Use the 'Power Items' (like Power Bracer, Power Belt, etc.) to guarantee the passing down of a specific IV, and the 'Destiny Knot' to pass down five random IVs from the parents.
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