Summary
Protein is an item in the Pokémon series primarily used to enhance the performance of a Pokémon in battles by increasing its base stat attributes. Specifically, Protein increases a Pokémon's Attack EV (Effort Value) by 10 points, impacting the physical damage it can inflict on opponents. Each Pokémon can gain a maximum of 510 EVs in total, with 252 EVs as the limit for any single stat, making items like Protein valuable for optimizing a Pokémon’s build.
Interesting facts about Protein: 1. Availability: Protein can be purchased in-game at various shops, such as those found in Celadon Department Store in the Kanto region or the Battle Tower's BP Shop in various generations. However, it might be considered a luxury item early-game due to its usually high price.
- Usage Strategy: Trainers often use Protein strategically combined with battling specific wild Pokémon that offer Attack EVs. This maximizes their efficiency in EV training and speeds up the process of specializing
Effect
Used on a party Pokémon : Increases Attack effort by 10, but won't increase it beyond 100. Increases happiness by 5/3/2.
Short Effect: Raises Attack effort and happiness.
Used on a party Pokémon : Increases Attack effort by 10, but won't increase it beyond 100. Increases happiness by 5/3/2.
Fling Information
Fling Power: 30
Game Descriptions
Item Details
- Cost 10000
- Category Vitamins
- Attributes
Game Appearances
| Generation | Game Index |
|---|---|
| Generation III | 64 |
| Generation IV | 46 |
| Generation V | 46 |
| Generation VI | 46 |
| Generation VII | 46 |
| Generation VIII | 46 |