Nature

Bold

Raises Defense, lowers Attack.

Raises Defense +10%
Lowers Attack −10%
DislikesSpicy

Best for

Physical walls that rely on status/special moves, not physical attacks.

Other natures that raise Defense

FAQ

What does the Bold nature do?
Bold raises Defense by 10% and lowers Attack by 10%.
What stat does Bold increase?
Bold increases Defense by 10% and decreases Attack by 10%. HP is unaffected.
What flavor does a Bold Pokémon like?
A Bold Pokémon likes Sour flavors (tied to Defense) and dislikes Spicy flavors (tied to Attack).
Can I change a Pokémon to Bold?
Yes. Use a Bold Mint to apply the Bold stat effect to any Pokémon without changing its displayed nature.