Are no IV Pokémon rare?
Yes, no IV Pokémon are extremely rare. IVs, or Individual Values, are hidden stats that determine a Pokémon’s potential in various battle attributes such as Attack, Defense, and Stamina. IVs range from 0 to 31, with 31 being the highest. A no IV Pokémon means that all its IVs are at 0, indicating that it has the lowest possible potential.
When compared to their 4-star or Perfect IV counterparts, fully 0% IV Pokémon are even rarer. Many players consider these Pokémon to be valuable due to their rarity alone and may choose to keep them solely for that reason.
Now, let’s explore some frequently asked questions about IV Pokémon:
1. Is a 0 IV Pokémon good?
In general, having 0 Attack IVs on a Special Attacking Pokémon is a luxury, not a necessity. It only matters in very few scenarios, such as when facing an opponent with the move Foul Play or if the Pokémon might confuse itself and hit itself in confusion.
2. What is the chance of getting a 0% IV Pokémon?
IVs have a range of 0-31, which means that there is a 1 in 32 chance of getting a 0 IV Pokémon, which is the same as the chance of getting a 31 IV Pokémon.
3. How rare is a shiny 0% IV Pokémon in Pokémon Go?
The only way to obtain a 0% IV legendary Pokémon is through trading, and even then, the chances are incredibly low, at 1 in 4096. In comparison, the odds of obtaining a 100% IV Pokémon in raids are 1 in 216, making a shiny 0% IV Pokémon almost 10 times rarer.
4. Are 0-star Pokémon worth keeping?
0-star Pokémon can quickly fill up your Pokémon storage. It is best to release them, especially if you have limited storage space, and focus on keeping Pokémon with 1, 2, 3, or 4 stars.
5. Are 4-star Pokémon as good as they seem?
While 4-star Pokémon may appear to be top-tier, they are not always the best. IVs are only one aspect of a Pokémon’s overall strength, and movesets, type advantages, and other factors also play a significant role in battles.
6. What does 0* mean in Pokémon Go?
In Pokémon Go, star ratings are used to indicate a Pokémon’s IVs. A 0* Pokémon means that its IVs are at the lowest possible level, indicating a Pokémon with average or below-average battle potential.
7. How rare is a 0% IV Pokémon?
A 0% IV Pokémon has the same rarity as a 100% IV Pokémon, with a 1 in 32 chance of being found in the wild.
8. Is a 4* Pokémon rarer than a shiny?
Shiny Pokémon are generally rarer than 4-star Pokémon. The odds of finding a shiny Pokémon in Pokémon Go are approximately 1 in 500, while the odds of obtaining a 4-star Pokémon are higher.
9. What is the rarity of a shiny Pokémon in Pokémon Go?
On average, there is a 1 in 500 chance of encountering a shiny Pokémon in the wild in Pokémon Go.
10. How do you determine if a Pokémon is 100 IV before catching it?
To determine if a Pokémon has 100% IVs before catching it, you can look at the star rating and the red or orange stamp. A three-star Pokémon with a red stamp indicates a perfect 100% IV Pokémon, while an orange stamp represents IVs between 80% and 99%.