Despite not being as popular as Espeon or Mewtwo, Chingling and its evolution can be very fun to use. This is mostly because none of Chimecho's sets are conventional. Its moveset is full of gimmicks and tricks (it literally knows the move Trick). If trainers find a Chingling with a good nature, it might be a good idea to evolve it and give it a try.
Which are the best natures for Chingling and Chimecho in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?
The best natures for Chingling and Chimecho in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet are as follows:
- Calm (+ Sp. Def, - Attack)
- Bold (+ Defense, - Attack)
In general, Chimecho fills two roles: either a Special Wall or a bulky sweeper. The Calm nature is better for the Special Wall role since it, well, helps guard against Special Attacks. Chimecho can do several things with this: it can Wish pass like Umbreon, get up some Cosmic Powers to become invincible, or even Trick a Choice Scarf onto an unsuspecting wall.
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As for a bulky sweeper, Chimecho would want Bold in this case. It can boost its own Special Defense with Calm Mind, so that's why a Defense-boosting nature is preferred here. With this set, I would recommend running Draining Kiss because Chimecho doesn't have any recovery (outside of giving it Leftovers).
How to choose natures in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
When choosing a nature, trainers must always think of which role the given Pokémon is trying to fill. Offensive Pokémon will typically boost their offenses or Speed, while defensive Pokémon will want their defensive stats boosted.
It's also important to keep in mind that natures lower a stat while they boost another. Therefore, trainers need to think about which stat the Pokémon doesn't use. Chimecho is a Special Attacker, so it doesn't care about its Attack.
Ulitmate Nature Chart for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
| Nature | Increased Stat | Decreased Stat |
|---|---|---|
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Hardy | - | - |
| Docile | - | - |
| Bashful | - | - |
| Quirky | - | - |
| Serious | - | - |
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