The latest Pokemon GO update added an Appraisal feature for your Pokemon, as well as a fix for Pokemon sometimes staying at 1HP at gyms. There was also a note that the developers are working on balancing battles some more.
The biggest part of the update is arguably the Appraisal system. Players can now get in-depth info on how good their Pokemon is, as well as hidden stats called IVs (Individual Values).
How the Appraisal System Works
When you select menu that can transfer your Pokemon, you will also have the option for Appraisal. When you choose this, your team leader will say 3 phrases:
- How your Pokemon is overall
- Your Pokemon’s best stats
- The size of your Pokemon
There are 3 stats and each can have a max IV of 15 for a total of 45 if all are maxed. They can also have 0 in each. This does not mean they won’t have any stats. It just means they aren’t increased at all.
Each message gives you an indication on how your Pokemon is, but the messages differ depending on the team leader.
Blanche/Team Mystic
Overall
| Total IVs | Phrase |
|---|---|
| 37-45 | What a Breathtaking Pokemon |
| 30-36 | Certainly caught my attention |
| 23-29 | Above average |
| 0-22 | Not likely to make much headway in battle |
Stats
First, she will tell you your Pokemon’s highest stat.
- “I see that its best attribute is (Attack/Defense/HP).”
Your Pokemon can also have 2 or all 3 stats equal to the highest stat. If this happens she says:
- “It is matched equally by its (Attack/Defense/HP).”
After that, she says a message to determine the number of those stats.
| Highest Stat Value | Phrase |
|---|---|
| 15 | Stats exceed my calculations |
| 13-14 | Impressed by its stats |
| 8-12 | Noticeably trending to positive |
| 0-7 | Not out of the norm, in my opinion |
Size
| Size | Phrase |
|---|---|
| XL | Size of your Pokemon is colossal |
| L | Above average in size |
| S | Below average in size |
| XS | Tinier than any we have on record |
Spark/Team Instinct
Overall
| Total IVs | Phrase |
|---|---|
| 37-45 | Looks like it can really battle with the best of them! |
| 30-36 | Your Pokemon is really strong! |
| 23-29 | Your Pokemon is pretty decent! |
| 0-22 | Has room for improvement |
Stats
First, he will tell you your Pokemon’s highest stat.
- “Its best quality is its (Attack/Defense/HP).”
Your Pokemon can also have 2 or all 3 stats equal to the highest stat. If this happens he says:
- “Its (Attack/Defense/HP) is great, too!”
After that, he says a message to determine the number of those stats.
| Highest Stat Value | Phrase |
|---|---|
| 15 | Stats are the best I’ve ever seen |
| 13-14 | Stats are really strong |
| 8-12 | Definitely got some good stats |
| 0-7 | Stats are all right, but kinda basic |
Size
| Size | Phrase |
|---|---|
| XL | Your Pokemon is just HUGE! |
| L | Your Pokemon is a BIG one! |
| S | Your Pokemon is a little small for its kind |
| XS | That’s the tiniest Pokemon I’ve ever seen |
Candela/Team Valor
Overall
| Total IVs | Phrase |
|---|---|
| 37-45 | Your Pokemon simply amazes me |
| 30-36 | Your Pokemon is a strong Pokemon |
| 23-29 | Your Pokemon is a decent Pokemon |
| 0-22 | May not be great in battle, but I still like it |
Stats
First, she will tell you your Pokemon’s highest stat.
- “Its (Attack/Defense/HP) is its strongest feature.”
Your Pokemon can also have 2 or all 3 stats equal to the highest stat. If this happens she says:
- “I’m just as impressed with its (Attack/Defense/HP).”
After that, she says a message to determine the number of those stats.
| Highest Stat Value | Phrase |
|---|---|
| 15 | Blown away by its stats |
| 13-14 | It’s got excellent stats |
| 8-12 | In battle, it’ll get the job done |
| 0-7 | Don’t point to greatness in battle |
Size
| Size | Phrase |
|---|---|
| XL | Your Pokemon is gigantic |
| L | Rather sizable, that’s for sure |
| S | What a small Pokemon! It’s rather cute, I’d say |
| XS | So tiny, I almost didn’t notice it! |
That’s it for the latest Pokemon GO update on Pokemon Appraisal. Let me know if you have any questions!
