Pokemon Natures: Other Lists 2

Discover how Pokémon Natures impact stats by 10% in Pokémon X and Y. Learn which Natures boost Attack, Defense, Speed, and Special stats for competitive play.

Hey there! So, you're diving into the competitive side of Pokémon X and Y, huh? You might have heard about something called 'Natures,' and maybe you're wondering what all the fuss is about. Basically, each Pokémon has a Nature that gives its stats a little nudge – either up by 10% or down by 10%. This might not sound like much, but at the highest levels, like Level 100 with maxed-out EVs and IVs, this can mean a difference of 46 points in a key stat! That's enough to swing a whole battle your way.

While you can totally breeze through the main story without stressing too much about Natures, they become super important if you're looking to breed Pokémon for competitive battling. Think of it as fine-tuning your team for the ultimate challenge. The catch? You can't change a Pokémon's Nature once it's set. So, if you want a specific Nature, your best bet is to breed for it.

There are 20 Natures in total. Most of them will boost one stat by 10% while lowering another by 10%. A few special ones, though, don't affect any stats – they result in equal growth across the board. Let's break down what each one does:

Pro Tip: For competitive play, you'll often see players aiming for Natures that boost their Pokémon's primary offensive stat (Attack or Special Attack) while lowering a less crucial defensive stat or Speed. For example, an Adamant Nature is fantastic for physical attackers, while a Modest Nature is great for special attackers. If your Pokémon is a fast attacker, a Timid Nature (boosting Speed, lowering Attack) can be a game-changer, letting you outspeed opponents and strike first!