The exact odds of hitting a Pokémon with +6 evasion are 1 in 3. This is derived from the basic ratio of 3/9 provided for the maximum evasion stage.
Understanding Evasion and Accuracy in Pokémon Battles
Evasion is a combat mechanic that determines a Pokémon's ability to dodge incoming attacks, effectively reducing the opponent's accuracy. When a Pokémon's evasion stage increases, it becomes harder for opposing Pokémon to land their moves. Conversely, a Pokémon with a higher accuracy stage or reduced evasion in the opponent makes hits more likely.
How Evasion Stages Impact Hit Chance
Evasion is measured in stages, ranging from -6 to +6. Each stage corresponds to a specific ratio that modifies the chance of a move successfully hitting its target. A +6 evasion stage represents the maximum possible evasion a Pokémon can achieve, making it significantly more difficult to hit.
The following table illustrates how different evasion stages affect the hit chance:
| Evasion Stage | Ratio (Hit Chance) | Basic Ratio (Exact Hit Chance) |
|---|---|---|
| +6 | 33/100 | 3/9 (or 1/3) |
| +1 | 75/100 | 3/4 |
| -1 (Accuracy) | - | - |
| -6 (Accuracy) | - | - |
As you can see from the table, when a Pokémon reaches a +6 evasion stage, the standard "Basic Ratio" for hitting it becomes 3/9, which simplifies to 1/3. This means that, on average, for every three attempts to hit a Pokémon with +6 evasion, only one will succeed. The "Ratio" also provided, 33/100, is a common decimal or percentage representation (33%) often used in games, though 1/3 is the more precise mathematical fraction.
Practical Implications
Hitting a Pokémon with +6 evasion is notoriously difficult due to the low probability of success. Trainers often employ specific strategies to counter such high evasion, including:
- Using moves with guaranteed hit rates: Some moves, like Aerial Ace or Swift, bypass accuracy and evasion checks entirely.
- Lowering the opponent's evasion: Moves like Defog or abilities can reduce the target's evasion stages, bringing their hit chance back to normal or even increasing it.
- Increasing your own Pokémon's accuracy: Using moves like Hone Claws or items like Wide Lens can boost your Pokémon's accuracy, effectively countering the opponent's evasion.
Understanding these mechanics is crucial for strategic gameplay, especially when facing opponents who rely on evasion-boosting tactics.
