The process involves strategically battling specific Pokmon to increase desired Effort Values (EVs) in a player’s Pokmon. This focused training directly influences the growth of a Pokmon’s stats, like Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed, upon leveling up. For example, consistently defeating Pokmon that yield Speed EVs will result in a character’s Pokmon exhibiting noticeable improvements in its Speed stat over time.
Effective stat allocation significantly impacts a Pokmon’s performance in competitive battles and challenging in-game encounters. By optimizing Effort Value distribution, a player can tailor a Pokmon’s strengths to suit a specific role or counter anticipated threats. Historically, this method was less defined, but over the generations of games, the mechanics have become more transparent, and tools to monitor progress have been implemented, allowing players to precisely shape their Pokmon’s capabilities.