* Defense: This stat reduces the damage your Pokémon takes from physical attacks.
* Special Defense: This stat reduces the damage your Pokémon takes from special attacks.
Here's how you can boost these stats in Pokémon Diamond:
Boosting Defense and Special Defense:
* Leveling Up: As your Pokémon levels up, both Defense and Special Defense naturally increase.
* EV Training: EVs (Effort Values) are invisible points that contribute to a Pokémon's stats. You can earn EVs by battling wild Pokémon. For instance, battling a Pokémon that has high Defense will earn your Pokémon Defense EVs. You can track your Pokémon's EV progress on the Summary screen. You can use items like Rare Candy to make your Pokémon level up faster, gaining more EVs.
* Nature: Some Pokémon have Natures that increase their Defense or Special Defense by 10%. You can see a Pokémon's Nature on its Summary screen.
* Stats Boosting Items: Some items, such as Calcium, Iron, and Zinc, can permanently increase a Pokémon's stat by a fixed amount. You can purchase these at various shops.
* Stat-Boosting Berries: Certain Berries can temporarily boost a Pokémon's Defense or Special Defense in battle.
* Status Moves: Moves like Defense Curl and Amnesia can temporarily boost a Pokémon's Defense and Special Defense, respectively.
* Abilities: Certain Abilities, such as Thick Fat, can increase a Pokémon's Defense or Special Defense.
Key Points:
* EVs are crucial: They have the biggest impact on your Pokémon's stats.
* Nature is important: Choose Pokémon with a Nature that complements their stat growth.
* Use the right items: Items can help maximize your Pokémon's stats.
Let me know if you have any other questions about training your Pokémon in Diamond!