Find out how to get & raise the strongest Pokemon! Useful information on which Pokemon has the best stats in Pokemon Sword and Shield and more!!!
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What Are Base Stats?
Fixed Stats For Every Pokemon Species
Base Stats are numbers assigned to each unique species of Pokemon which determine their power. For example, all of the Pikachus you catch will always have a Base Speed of 90, & all Mewtwo will have a Base Speed of 130.
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The Source Of A Pokemon's Strength
Base Stats are part of the reason why Pokemon have their unique strengths. For example, Ferrothorn is a strong defensive Pokemon not only because of its appearance, but because of its high defensive stats.
Example: Ferrothorn
| HP | 74 |
|---|---|
| Attack | 94 |
| Defense | 131 |
| Special Attack | 54 |
| Special Defense | 116 |
| Speed | 20 |
| Total | 489 |
Base Stats Change When Pokemon Evolve
Evolution Improves Base Stats
When Pokemon evolve, their Base Stats usually go up, making them significantly stronger than before.
Example: Pikachu and Raichu
Base Stats Are Crucial
Even a difference of 1 Speed can make a huge impact in battle, because the faster Pokemon will always attack first. It's a good idea to learn which Pokemon have higher base stats in order to improve your gameplay dramatically!
