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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)
Nature Chart and How to Check Natures
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The Nature of a Pokemon determines its stat growth over time in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV). Read on to learn more about the Nature Chart, the different types of Nature,how to check Natures, its effects and more!
List of Contents
Nature List and Chart
The table below follows the list of all Nature along with its respective effects.
| Nature (EN) | Nature (JP) | Increased Stat | Decreased Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serious | まじめ | - | - |
| Quirky | きまぐれ | - | - |
| Docile | すなお | - | - |
| Hardy | がんばりや | - | - |
| Bashful | てれや | - | - |
| Adamant | いじっぱり | Attack | SpAtk |
| Lonely | さみしがり | Attack | Defense |
| Naughty | やんちゃ | Attack | SpDef |
| Brave | ゆうかん | Attack | Speed |
| Bold | ずぶとい | Defense | Attack |
| Impish | わんぱく | Defense | SpAtk |
| Lax | のうてんき | Defense | SpDef |
| Relaxed | のんき | Defense | Speed |
| Quiet | れいせい | SpAtk | Speed |
| Modest | ひかえめ | SpAtk | Attack |
| Mild | おっとり | SpAtk | Defense |
| Rash | うっかりや | SpAtk | SpDef |
| Sassy | なまいき | SpDef | Speed |
| Careful | しんちょう | SpDef | SpAtk |
| Gentle | おとなしい | SpDef | Defense |
| Calm | おだやか | SpDef | Attack |
| Timid | おくびょう | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | せっかち | Speed | Defense |
| Jolly | ようき | Speed | SpAtk |
| Naive | むじゃき | Speed | SpDef |
Best Nature to Get
Increase Attack or Sp. Attack
If your Pokemon is using moves that are predominantly Physical, then it's best to get a Nature that increases its Attack stat, while decreasing its Sp. Attack stat. Conversely, if your Pokemon is using moves that are predominantly Special, it's best to get a Nature that increases its Sp. Attack, while decreasing its Attack stat.
In these cases, Adamant is recommended for Physical attackers, while Modest is recommended for Special attackers.
The right Nature in conjunction with Effort Values and Individual Values make up a competitively viable Pokemon.
Introduction to EVs, IVs, and Natures
How to Check Nature
Check Pokemon Summary
Image from Pokemon Sword and Shield
You can tell what Nature your Pokemon has by checking its summary.
In Pokemon Sword and Shield, you were able to do this by opening the menu with the X button, selecting Pokemon, then selecting the Pokemon you wish to check, then click Summary. You will be able to find its Nature on one of the tabs.
What is Nature?
Affects Stat Growth
Image from Pokemon Sword and Shield
A Pokemon's Nature will affect the growth of 2 of its different stats (Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense). Nature will increase the growth of 1 of the stats by 10%, while decreasing the growth of another by 10%.
5 Neutral Natures
There exist 5 different natures that increase and decrease the same stat, thus making them neutral Natures. These are Bashful, Docile, Hardy, Quirky, and Serious.
Related Guides
List of All Game Mechanics
| Beginner Game Mechanics | |
|---|---|
| Type Chart: All Matchups and Effectiveness | All Status Conditions and Effects |
| How to Use STAB Effectively | Nature Chart and How to Check Natures |
| Moves Explained | Abilities Explained |
| Speed Explained: How Does Speed Work? | Explanation of Pokemon Stats |
| Advanced Game Mechanics | |
| EXP Growth Rates Explained | Damage Explained: How is Damage Calculated? |
| EVs, IVs, and Natures Explained | - |
| Move-Related Mechanics | |
| List of Priority Moves | High-Critical Hit Moves |
| Moves that Change Weather | Moves that Change Terrain |
| Moves with Recoil Damage | Moves that Set Entry Hazards |
| Trapping Moves | Critical Hit Chance |
| List of Move and Ability Changes | |
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Nature Chart and How to Check Natures
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