Hyper training is an exciting and powerful new feature in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet that allows you to maximize your Pokemon‘s potential. As an expert Pokemon trainer, I‘ve used hyper training extensively to push my Pokemon‘s strengths to the limit.
In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll explain everything you need to know to master hyper training. You‘ll learn what it is, why it‘s useful, how to unlock it, and step-by-step instructions to train your Pokemon‘s IVs. Let‘s dive in!
What is Hyper Training and How Does It Work?
Hyper training enables you to max out your Pokemon‘s Individual Values, known as IVs. Each Pokemon has six key IVs:
- HP
- Attack
- Defense
- Special Attack
- Special Defense
- Speed
These hidden values range from 0 to 31 and determine the potential of your Pokemon‘s stats. The higher the IV, the better that stat can grow through training and leveling up.
For example, a Pokemon with a perfect Speed IV of 31 has the chance to be faster than another Pokemon of the same species with a poor Speed IV of 11.
Hyper training allows you to maximize any IVs below 31, correcting any deficiencies and allowing you to get the absolute most out of your Pokemon‘s base stats.
The process involves bringing a Level 100 Pokemon to a special facility in Montenevera. There, you can spend Bottle Caps earned in the game to permanently max out the IVs you select.
The results are immediate – you‘ll see the benefits right away as your Pokemon‘s stats improve!
Why Use Hyper Training on Your Pokemon?
Here are the key reasons you should use hyper training to strengthen your party:
Maximize Potential
Hyper training enables you to overcome bad IV luck and fulfill your Pokemon‘s maximum statistical potential. With all 31 IVs, you can get the absolute highest stats possible at Level 100.
Fix Undesirable IVs
Sometimes you‘ll hatch or catch a Pokemon with 5 great IVs but one undesirable stat. With hyper training, you can specifically target just that IV and max it out.
Minimize Breeding Time
Breeding Pokemon with 5-6 perfect IVs can involve a long, tedious process. Hyper training lets you skip a lot of that grind by improving IVs after the fact.
Boost Legendaries
Legendary and other rare Pokemon can‘t breed. Hyper training gives you a way to correct their IVs when you only have one shot at catching them.
Ready Pokemon for Ranked Battle
Perfect IVs are critical for success in ranked competitive battles. Hyper training lets you quickly prep a Pokemon with ideal IV spreads.
As you can see, hyper training is an extremely useful tool for sharpening your team! Next I‘ll explain how to unlock it.
Unlocking Hyper Training
Before you can access hyper training, you need to meet these requirements:
Defeat 6 Gym Leaders
- The hyper training feature becomes available after beating the 6th Gym Leader in your journey.
Purchase Bottle Caps
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Bottle Caps are required for hyper training. They can be purchased for 20,000 PokeDollars at Delibird Presents stores after defeating 6 Gyms.
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You can also sometimes find them held by wild Pokemon if you‘re lucky!
Reach Montenevera
- This snowy city in North Province (Area Two) is where the Hyper Training facility is located. You need to travel here.
Once you fulfill these steps, you‘ll gain access to hyper training!
Step-By-Step Hyper Training Walkthrough
Ready to hyper train your Pokemon? Follow these steps:
Step 1: Buy Bottle Caps
You‘ll need at least one Bottle Cap for each IV you intend to max out. Here are some tips for acquiring Bottle Caps:
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Battle high level Pokemon like Picklepea that have a small chance of holding them.
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Regularly check shops after earning Gym Badges – inventory updates over time.
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Use Pay Day in battles for prize money to buy Bottle Caps at shops.
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Accept rematches with NPC trainers that reward Bottle Caps for winning.
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Send out-of-work Tems on Expedition at the Academy to uncover them.
Stock up on as many Bottle Caps as you can get your hands on! Having extras will allow you to incrementally train multiple Pokemon.
Step 2: Fly to Montenevera
Once you have Bottle Caps, travel to the snowy city of Montenevera in North Province (Area Two). Make your way to the large pile of snow at the back of the city.
Step 3: Speak to the Hiker
Approach the Hiker next to the snow pile and speak to him to open up the hyper training menu.
Step 4: Select a Level 100 Pokemon
You‘ll be prompted to choose a Pokemon in your party to hyper train. Only Pokemon at Level 100 are eligible, so select accordingly.
Step 5: Confirm Bottle Caps to Spend
Next, select the number of Bottle Caps you want to spend during this training session. Spend wisely – you need one for each IV you intend to max out.
Step 6: Pick Which IVs to Train
Here is the most critical strategic decision – choosing which IVs to hyper train:
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Press A on each IV you want to max to 31. Selected IVs will display a Bottle Cap icon.
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You can pick from 1 to 6 IVs to improve each session. Just have enough Bottle Caps set aside.
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Focus on key stats like Speed for a sweeper or HP for a tank. Think role and moveset.
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Fix the worst IVs first if multiple need improvement. Go from red to green.
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Reset training later if you change natures and need to shift IV priorities.
Step 7: Complete the Training!
Once you‘ve selected your IVs and confirmed, sit back as the intense training regime occurs! When finished, your Pokemon‘s IVs will be maxed out forever.
You‘ll immediately see the benefits as your Pokemon grows stronger in battles. Enjoy your perfect IV powerhouse!
Advanced Hyper Training Strategies and Tips
Now that you‘ve mastered the basics, let‘s discuss some advanced strategies to get even more from hyper training:
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Max EVs first – Fully train your Pokemon‘s Effort Values before hyper training IVs to maximize stat potential.
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Train in phases – Focus on your Pokemon‘s most important stats first if low on Bottle Caps. You can do more later.
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Mark trained IVs – Use Markings to denote which IVs you‘ve already hyper trained.
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Note natures – Write down your Pokemon‘s nature to remember which stats are boosted.
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Reset with Mints – If needed, use Mints to change your Pokemon‘s nature later, then redo hyper training.
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Pass down IVs – Hyper trained IVs are inherited when breeding! Use this to quickly strengthen offspring.
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Fix legendaries first – Legendaries have immense power but usually poor IVs. Hyper train them ASAP to amplify their uniqueness.
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Target Raid Pokemon – Tera Raid Pokemon have high IVs but not always perfect. Hyper training patches any holes.
Leverage these tips to build the ultimate hyper trained dream team and dominate ranked battles!
Closing Thoughts on Hyper Training
Hyper training is a game-changing feature that gives you more control than ever over your Pokemon‘s potential. Take advantage of this amazing tool to correct any statistical deficiencies on your Pokemon.
With flawless IVs across the board, you‘ll be able to crush the Enemy Team, conquer the Titan Pokemon, and climb to #1 in ranked competitive battles online.
I hope this guide has provided you with everything you need to master hyper training on your quest to become Paldea region champion! Let me know if you have any other Pokemon topics you‘d like me to cover. Happy training!
