How Do I Know if My Pokémon Has EVs?
As a Pokémon trainer, understanding EVs (Effort Values) is crucial to building a well-rounded team. But what exactly are EVs, and how can you know if your Pokémon has them? In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know to identify and optimize EVs in your Pokémon team.
What are EVs?
Effort Values are points awarded to Pokémon for defeating them in battle. These points are distributed among the six main stats: HP, Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed. Each Pokémon battle rewards EVs based on its highest stat. Defeated Pokémon give EVs consistent with their highest stat. For example, defeating a Pokémon with high HP will give your team HP EVs.
Checking for EVs
There are a few ways to check if your Pokémon has EVs:
- Opening the Pokémon’s summary menu: This is the most straightforward way to check for EVs. Access your Pokémon’s summary menu and press the Plus (+) button. On the Judge Function screen, you’ll see a bar or shape representing each stat’s EVs.
Highlighted: The color and shape of the EV indicator differ depending on the number of EVs earned for that stat. Note: If the bar touches the corner and the stat name has sparkles next to it, it indicates maximum EVs (252). - Watching the Pokémon’s battle log: You can check your battle log to see if you’ve earned EVs during a battle. Each time you defeat a Pokémon, it will indicate how many EVs were earned and which stat was rewarded.
How Many EVs Can a Pokémon Earn?
Pokémon can earn a maximum of 252 EVs for each stat. EVs earned in excess of the cap are wasted, but Rare Candies can be used to raise stats without exceeding the maximum. Protein gives 10 EVs to the Attack stat.
What Happens to EVs When Pokémon Trade?
When Trading Pokémon, their EVs remain intact. Trading Pokémon is a great way to acquire EVs without fighting multiple battles.
Does Battling Wild Pokémon Give EVs?
Yes, battling wild Pokémon yields effort values. Defeated wild Pokémon give EVs consistent with their highest stat. Fighting trainers, on the other hand, does not award EVs.
Summary: Identifying EVs in Pokémon
To recap:
• Check the summary menu: Press the Plus (+) button to see a graphical representation of each stat’s EVs.
• Monitor the battle log: Review your battle history to see EV earnings for each stat.
• Battling wild Pokémon yields EVs: Each defeat rewards EVs, matching the defeated Pokémon’s highest stat.
• Protein gives 10 Attack EVs: Boost Attack with Protein.
With these tips, you’re better equipped to identify EVs in your Pokémon and make informed decisions for optimizing their performance in battles.
Here is a table summarizing key points:
| Summary Menu | Battle Log | |
|---|---|---|
| Checking for EVs | • Check the summary menu to see the graphical representation of EVs | • Review battle history to see EV earnings for each stat |
| What happens to EVs during Trading | EVs remain intact | – |
Table: Identifying EVs in Pokémon
Here are some key points:
Highlighted: Open your Pokémon’s summary menu and press the Plus (+) button to check EVs
Note: EVs earned in excess of 252 are wasted.
Use Rare Candies to raise stats without exceeding the maximum.
Fighting trainers does not yield EVs. Only defeating wild Pokémon and Pokémon trainers gives EVs.
Protein gives 10 EVs to Attack, making it a great stat-booster.
I hope this article has provided valuable insights into understanding and identifying EVs in Pokémon.