{"id":202645,"date":"2025-06-12T00:25:43","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T00:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=202645"},"modified":"2025-06-12T00:25:43","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T00:25:43","slug":"do-mints-affect-ivs-or-evs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-mints-affect-ivs-or-evs\/","title":{"rendered":"Do mints affect IVS or EVS?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-mints-affect-ivs-or-evs\/#Do_Mints_Affect_IVS_or_EVS\" title=\"Do Mints Affect IVS or EVS?\">Do Mints Affect IVS or EVS?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-mints-affect-ivs-or-evs\/#Understanding_IVs_and_EVs\" title=\"Understanding IVs and EVs\">Understanding IVs and EVs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-mints-affect-ivs-or-evs\/#Definition_and_Impact\" title=\"Definition and Impact\">Definition and Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/do-mints-affect-ivs-or-evs\/#FAQs_About_Mints_IVs_and_EVs\" title=\"FAQs About Mints, IVs, and EVs\">FAQs About Mints, IVs, and EVs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Mints_Affect_IVS_or_EVS\"><\/span>Do Mints Affect IVS or EVS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Mints in Pok\u00e9mon <strong>do not<\/strong> directly affect a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s <strong>IVs (Individual Values)<\/strong>, but they <strong>do change<\/strong> which <strong>stats<\/strong> are increased and decreased, essentially altering the effects of a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s <strong>nature<\/strong> on its <strong>EVs (Effort Values)<\/strong>. By using a mint, a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s <strong>base stats<\/strong> remain the same, but the mint adds a modifier to certain stats, making it seem like the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s nature has changed, even though the actual <strong>nature<\/strong> of the Pok\u00e9mon remains unchanged, which is an important consideration for <strong>breeding<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_IVs_and_EVs\"><\/span>Understanding IVs and EVs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Definition_and_Impact\"><\/span>Definition and Impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To delve deeper into how mints interact with IVs and EVs, it&#8217;s crucial to understand what these terms mean. <strong>IVs<\/strong> are inherent values that determine a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s potential in each stat, ranging from 0 to 31. <strong>EVs<\/strong>, on the other hand, are values that increase as a Pok\u00e9mon gains experience and defeats other Pok\u00e9mon, with a maximum of 255 EVs per stat, and a total EV cap of 510 across all stats.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_About_Mints_IVs_and_EVs\"><\/span>FAQs About Mints, IVs, and EVs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Q: Do mints change a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s nature?<\/strong>  A: Mints change the effects of a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s nature but do not actually change the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s nature itself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: How do mints affect stats?<\/strong>  A: Mints increase the growth rate of one stat at the expense of another, effectively changing how a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s stats grow without altering its base IVs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Do mints affect IVs directly?<\/strong>  A: No, mints do not directly alter a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s IVs; they merely change the influence of the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s nature on its stats.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: What is the maximum IV and EV?<\/strong>  A: The maximum IV is 31, and the maximum EV in a single stat is 255, with a total EV cap of 510.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Do Rare Candies affect EVs?<\/strong>  A: Yes, Rare Candies can prevent a Pok\u00e9mon from gaining EVs as it levels up, potentially making it weaker.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Can mints be used to change a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s nature for breeding?<\/strong>  A: No, for breeding purposes, the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s original nature is used, not the altered nature effect from a mint.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: How do mints interact with berries like Pinch Berries?<\/strong>  A: Mints do not change a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s original nature, so when using berries like Pinch Berries, you need to consider the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s original nature to avoid confusion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Are mints useful for competitive players?<\/strong>  A: Yes, mints can be very useful for competitive players as they allow for more precise control over a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s stat growth without needing to breed for a specific nature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Do mints affect a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s obedience?<\/strong>  A: Mints do not directly affect a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s obedience; obedience is determined by the player&#8217;s badges and the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s level.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Can mints be used at any Pok\u00e9mon level?<\/strong>  A: Yes, mints can be used at any level, and they will change the stat growth rates accordingly, but the actual nature remains the same.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Are there any downsides to using mints?<\/strong>  A: One downside is that the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s summary will still show its original nature, which might be less desirable for some players, especially those focusing on competitive battling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Do mints work with all Pok\u00e9mon?<\/strong>  A: Yes, mints can be used with all Pok\u00e9mon to change the effect of their nature on stat growth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: How many types of mints are there?<\/strong>  A: There are 21 different types of mints, each affecting the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s stats differently, with one exception being the Serious Mint, which makes all stats grow at a neutral rate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Can mints make a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s stats retroactively change?<\/strong>  A: Yes, when a mint is used, it changes the stat growth rates, which can make it seem like the Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s stats have retroactively changed, although the base IVs remain the same.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: Are mints worth the cost?<\/strong>  A: For competitive players, mints can be extremely valuable as they offer precise control over a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s stat growth, but for casual players, they might not be as necessary, especially considering the cost.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do Mints Affect IVS or EVS? Mints in Pok\u00e9mon do not directly affect a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s IVs (Individual Values), but they do change which stats are increased and decreased, essentially altering the effects of a Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s nature on its EVs (Effort Values). 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