Petaya Berry is a type of Berry known for its unique effect of raising the Special Attack stat of the Pokémon holding it when its HP drops below 25% of its maximum. This makes it a strategic item in battles, particularly for special attackers aiming to turn the tide in critical moments.
Effects: - When a Pokémon's HP falls below 25%, the Petaya Berry activates and increases the Special Attack stat by one stage. - It can also be used in contests to increase the score in the Cleverness category.
Common Uses: - In Battles: Typically used on Pokémon with high Special Attack stats to boost their offensive capabilities when their HP is low, making them more formidable in a comeback scenario. - In Competitive Play: Especially valuable in strategic sets, often combined with moves or abilities that intentionally lower a Pokémon's HP (like Substitute or Endure) to trigger the Berry's effect at the optimal time. - In Contests: Used to boost Clever