What is Max IV Pokemon go?
A Max IV in Pokémon Go refers to a Pokémon with the highest possible Individual Values (IVs), which is a score of 15 for each of its Attack, Defense, and Stamina stats, resulting in a perfect IV of 100%. In simpler terms, a Max IV Pokémon has the maximum potential to be the strongest version of itself, making it a highly sought-after catch for any serious Pokémon trainer.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can a Pokemon have 6 max IVs?
Yes, it is possible for a Pokémon to have 6 max IVs, although it requires a significant amount of dedication and effort, especially when it comes to breeding. This can sometimes be achieved through Japanese breedjects from Wonder Trade, but it’s extremely rare.
2. How rare is Max IV in Pokemon go?
The chance of finding a Max IV Pokémon in the wild is 1 in 4,096, or 0.0244%, making it extremely rare. However, Weather Boosted wild catches can increase the odds to 1 in 1,728.
3. What is 100% IV Pokemon go?
A 100% IV Pokémon means that its Attack, Defense, and Stamina are all at the maximum value of 15, resulting in a perfect IV. This can be calculated as a percentage of the maximum possible stat, with 15 being the highest.
4. Is a 0 IV Pokemon rare?
Yes, a 0 IV Pokémon is extremely rare, even compared to 4-star/Perfect IV counterparts. Players may want to keep them for their rarity, but they can also take up space in the Pokémon Storage.
5. Should I keep 0 star Pokemon?
It’s generally not recommended to keep 0-star Pokémon, as they can clog up Pokémon Storage quickly. It’s better to release them and keep 1/2/3/4-star Pokémon instead.
6. Can you raise IVs in Pokemon go?
Unfortunately, there is no way to increase or change a Pokémon’s IVs once it’s been caught, except through Trading, which can result in a slight change. However, Shadow Pokémon can be purified to increase their IVs.
7. How many max IVs do Legendaries have?
Wild Legendaries will have a minimum of 3 perfect IVs, and wild encounters are the only way to get Legendaries with Marks.
8. Can all IVs be 31?
Not all Legendaries can have perfect IVs, but most other Pokémon can have 31 IV, right nature, shiny sprite, any gender, and more.
9. What do perfect IVs look like?
Perfect IVs mean that a Pokémon has a value of 31 in all stats’ IVs at the same time, resulting in the highest possible stats. IVs are hidden stats that range from 0 to 31.
10. How many IVs can be perfect?
A perfect IV Pokémon is one with most of its IVs (usually 4-5) at the maximum value of 31. This can also include the right Nature.
11. How rare is a 100% IV Pokémon?
The chance of getting a 100% IV Pokémon is 1/4096, or 0.0244%, making it extremely rare. The game awards IV values using three random rolls from 0 to 15.
12. Can you change a Pokémon’s IVs?
IVs (or Individual Values) are stats that a Pokémon is born with and cannot be changed, except through Hyper Training. Each Pokémon has 0-31 IVs per stat.
13. Should I purify Shadow Pokemon?
Purifying Shadow Pokémon can be beneficial, as it reduces the Candy and Stardust cost to Power Up, Evolve, or learn a new Charged Move. It also increases the Pokémon’s IVs and can bring a 2-star Shadow Pokémon to a 3-star.
14. Is it better to evolve higher CP or IV?
Higher IVs always have priority over high CP, as CP can be changed by powering up the Pokémon, but IVs cannot be changed. Higher IVs will naturally result in a higher CP Pokémon once it’s fully evolved and powered up.
15. Is CP or IV better in Pokemon go?
A perfect IV Pokémon will be as powerful as it can be when fully leveled up, while a high CP Pokémon may not be as powerful in terms of its potential spectrum. When battling, high CP Pokémon should be utilized, but perfect IV Pokémon are generally more desirable.