Calm Nature
+SpD / −AtkGen IIIStat Changes
Effect
+10% Special Defense / −10% Attack
GenerationGen III
Likes FlavorBitter
Hates FlavorSpicy
Calm Stat Impact
| Stat | Effect | |
|---|---|---|
| HP | — | |
| Attack− | −10% | |
| Defense | — | |
| Sp. Atk | — | |
| Sp. Def+ | +10% | |
| Speed | — |
Nature Chart
Rows show the boosted stat (+10%), columns show the reduced stat (−10%). Diagonal cells are neutral natures.
Competitive Use
Calm is the standard nature for specially defensive Pokemon. By boosting Special Defense while lowering Attack, it maximizes special bulk for walls and clerics. Common users include Blissey, Chansey, and Heatran. Calm is chosen when the Pokemon faces primarily special attackers.
Berry Preferences
Likes (Bitter flavor)
Aguav BerryHondew Berry
Dislikes (Spicy flavor)
Figy BerryTamato BerryPomeg Berry