Does Walking Wake Have Perfect IVs?
The short answer is no, Walking Wake does not automatically have perfect IVs. While some event Pokémon or special encounters are programmed to have guaranteed best (31) Individual Values (IVs) in certain stats, Walking Wake’s IVs are randomly generated, just like most other Pokémon you encounter in the wild or through Tera Raids. This means that you’ll need to check its IVs after catching it to determine how close it is to having perfect IVs.
Understanding Individual Values (IVs)
Before diving deeper, let’s establish a clear understanding of what IVs are. Individual Values (IVs) are essentially a Pokémon’s genetic potential in each of its six stats: HP, Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed. They are hidden values, ranging from 0 to 31, that significantly influence a Pokémon’s overall strength. A higher IV in a particular stat translates to that stat being higher at any given level.
A perfect IV is a value of 31 in a specific stat. A Pokémon with perfect IVs in all six stats is considered to have “6 IVs,” and is highly sought after for competitive battling and breeding.
Walking Wake and Its IV Generation
As mentioned earlier, Walking Wake’s IVs are randomly generated when you encounter it in a Tera Raid Battle. This means that it’s possible to catch a Walking Wake with excellent IVs, including perfect ones, but it’s not guaranteed. The IVs are determined at the moment you initiate the raid battle, and they remain the same for that specific encounter.
The Role of Tera Raids
Tera Raids are a primary method of obtaining Walking Wake. These raids feature Walking Wake as a powerful Tera Pokémon with a specific Tera Type. While Tera Raids offer valuable rewards, including items that can improve IVs (like Bottle Caps and Mints), they don’t inherently guarantee perfect IVs on the Pokémon you catch.
Checking IVs in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
Fortunately, checking IVs in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is relatively straightforward. Once you’ve completed a certain number of post-game events, you unlock the “Judge Function” in your Pokémon Boxes. This function allows you to view a Pokémon’s IVs, represented by labels like “Best” (for 31), “Fantastic,” “Very Good,” “Pretty Good,” “Decent,” and “No Good.” The label “Best” indicates a perfect IV in that stat.
Improving IVs: Hyper Training
Even if your Walking Wake doesn’t have perfect IVs naturally, there’s still hope! Pokémon Scarlet and Violet introduced Hyper Training, a mechanic that allows you to maximize a Pokémon’s IVs. To use Hyper Training, you need Bottle Caps or Gold Bottle Caps and a Pokémon that has reached level 50.
Bottle Caps vs. Gold Bottle Caps
A Bottle Cap can be used to maximize one IV of your choice to 31, effectively making it “Best.” A Gold Bottle Cap is even more valuable, as it can maximize all six IVs of a Pokémon at once. You can obtain Bottle Caps and Gold Bottle Caps through various methods, including Tera Raid Battles and the Porto Marinada Auction.
Hyper Training’s Limitations
It’s important to note that Hyper Training doesn’t actually change the Pokémon’s underlying IVs. Instead, it artificially boosts the stats as if they were perfect. This distinction matters for breeding purposes, as Pokémon will pass down their original IVs, not the Hyper Trained ones.
Breeding and IV Inheritance
Walking Wake cannot be bred. As a Paradox Pokémon, it is not able to be bred at any time in the game.
Strategies for Obtaining a Competitive Walking Wake
While you can’t breed Walking Wake, maximizing its potential through catching and Hyper Training is possible. Here’s a strategy:
- Participate in Tera Raid Battles: Focus on participating in as many Walking Wake Tera Raids as possible to increase your chances of catching one with favorable IVs.
- Check IVs After Catching: Immediately after catching a Walking Wake, use the Judge Function to assess its IVs.
- Identify Desirable Natures: Consider the desired nature for your Walking Wake build. Synchronize Pokémon can help influence the nature of encountered Pokémon.
- Utilize Bottle Caps: If the IVs aren’t perfect but are close, use Bottle Caps to maximize the remaining stats. A Gold Bottle Cap is ideal if you have one available.
- Consider Competitive Builds: Research common competitive builds for Walking Wake and prioritize maximizing the IVs that are most important for those builds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 15 frequently asked questions about Walking Wake and its IVs:
1. Can Walking Wake have zero IVs?
Yes, Walking Wake can have zero IVs in any given stat, although this is rare.
2. Is it possible to get a Shiny Walking Wake?
No, Walking Wake is Shiny Locked.
3. How do I unlock the Judge Function to check IVs?
You must complete a certain number of post-game battles in the Battle Tower.
4. What’s the best nature for Walking Wake?
The best nature depends on your specific build, but Timid (+Speed, -Attack) and Modest (+Sp. Atk, -Attack) are common choices.
5. Where can I get Bottle Caps?
You can obtain Bottle Caps from Tera Raid Battles, the Porto Marinada Auction, and occasionally as rewards for completing quests.
6. How rare are Gold Bottle Caps?
Gold Bottle Caps are rarer than regular Bottle Caps and are often obtained from high-level Tera Raid Battles or through luck at the Porto Marinada Auction.
7. Does Hyper Training affect breeding?
No, Hyper Training does not affect breeding. It only artificially maximizes the stats for battles. Walking Wake can’t be bred anyway.
8. Can I use Mints to change Walking Wake’s nature?
Yes, Mints can change a Pokémon’s nature, altering the stats it favors.
9. Are there any items that guarantee perfect IVs?
No, there are no items that guarantee perfect IVs from the start. Hyper Training is the closest you can get to achieving the effect of perfect IVs after the fact.
10. What level does Walking Wake need to be for Hyper Training?
Walking Wake needs to be at least level 50 to be eligible for Hyper Training.
11. Can I see Walking Wake’s IVs before catching it in a Tera Raid?
No, you can only see a Pokémon’s IVs after you’ve caught it.
12. Do Tera Raid events affect IV distribution?
While the event itself doesn’t directly influence IV generation, the Tera Raid Battle mechanic rolls a random IV spread, with the possibility of higher IVs in more difficult raids.
13. Is Walking Wake a strong competitive Pokémon?
Yes, Walking Wake is considered a strong competitive Pokémon due to its high Special Attack, Speed, and its unique typing.
14. Can I use Walking Wake in Ranked Battles?
Yes, you can use Walking Wake in Ranked Battles, provided it meets the current regulations.
15. Does the ability of my Pokémon affect Walking Wake’s IVs when encountered in a Tera Raid?
No, abilities like Synchronize only affect the nature of the encountered Pokémon and not its IVs. The IVs are determined randomly at the start of the raid.