Lonely Mint

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Summary

Lonely Mint is a unique item in the Pokémon series that is particularly relevant in competitive play for its strategic implications on a Pokémon's growth and performance. When a Pokémon is exposed to a Lonely Mint, it will change the effects of its Nature to match those of a Lonely Nature. This means the Pokémon's Attack stat will benefit from an increased growth rate, while its Defense stat will grow at a reduced rate. However, it is important to note that using a Lonely Mint does not alter the Pokémon's actual Nature; it only changes the statistical effects.

This nuanced aspect makes Lonely Mints particularly valuable when optimizing a Pokémon's stats for specific roles in battle, without altering its characteristics for breeding or other purposes. For instance, a Lonely Mint could be an excellent choice for a physical sweeper that relies on high Attack to deal maximum damage, while being less concerned about reducing its Defense.

Additionally, Lonely Mints are usually acquired through various methods in the game, such as completing certain challenges, purchasing

Effect

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Fling Information

Fling Power: 10

Game Descriptions

When a Pokémon smells this mint, its Attack will grow more easily, but its Defense will grow more slowly.

Item Details

Game Appearances

Generation Game Index
Generation VIII 1231