EV Attack Training: The Best Spots

Mastering Effort Value (EV) Training for Attack in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

Whether aiming for five- and six-star Tera Raid victories or conquering the ranked ladder, optimizing your Pokémon's stats is paramount in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Simply leveling up through random encounters results in suboptimal, often below-average, stat distributions. This guide details the most efficient locations to farm Attack EVs.

Top Spots for Attack EV Farming

North Province (Area Two) – Near the Pokémon Center

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A community favorite, this northeastern area (near Team Star's Fighting Crew base) boasts a high concentration of Pokémon yielding pure Attack EVs: Lokix, Scyther, Bisharp, Heracross, Dratini, and Ursaring. Note that some Pokémon, like Falinks, provide mixed EV gains. Consistent battling is key for maximizing Attack EVs.

Porto Marinada's Eastern Outskirts

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For precise EV control, the eastern edge of Porto Marinada offers groups of Paldean Tauros. Each defeated Tauros yields 2 Attack EVs, boosted to 10 with a Power Bracer, enabling fine-tuned EV adjustments.

Power Bracer Optimization

The Power Bracer, purchased at Delibird Presents (Mesagoza, Levincia, and Cascarrafa) for 10,000 Poké Dollars, grants an additional +8 Attack EVs per defeated Pokémon. This significantly accelerates EV training.

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Best Pokémon for Attack EV Training

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Mass outbreaks further enhance EV gains. Here are two excellent choices:

Flamigo

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Common near lakes and swamps, Flamigo appear at various levels. Southeastern South Province lakes (near Grasswither Shrine) offer lower-level encounters, while Casseroya Watchtower No. 1 provides higher-level Flamigo (around level 50), particularly during "Encounter Power: Fighting" bonuses. Avoid level 9-20 Flamigo, which may possess the "Detect" ability.

Paldean Tauros

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Found in central-western and central-eastern regions, Paldean Tauros usually appear in groups of five. The area south of Levincia is ideal. Some possess "Intimidate," slightly slowing battles.

EV Training Recommendations

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Both Flamigo and Paldean Tauros (yielding 2 base Attack EVs each) are excellent choices. With a Power Bracer, each defeat grants 10 Attack EVs, requiring only 26 battles to reach the 252 EV cap. Avoid Kantonian Tauros (only 1 Attack EV).

A "Tropical Sandwich" (from Every Wich Way) activates the "Encounter Power: Fighting Lv. 1" bonus, increasing Fighting-type Pokémon encounters. Kelpsy Berries reduce EVs by 10, allowing for precise EV adjustments if you overshoot.

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Efficient EV training requires patience and strategic choices. Utilize the recommended locations, the Power Bracer, and optimal Pokémon for maximum efficiency. Avoid auto-battles and Pokémon with hindering abilities.