Adamant Nature: Stats and Best Uses
Adamant is an offensive nature that raises Attack by 10% and lowers Special Attack by 10%. It is best for physical attackers that do not use special moves and value maximum damage more than a Speed-boosting nature.
What is Adamant nature best for?
- Physical attackers that are already fast enough for their role
- Priority users whose main attacks bypass normal Speed order
- Bulky physical attackers focused on important damage thresholds
When not to use it: Avoid Adamant when a Speed boost is needed to outspeed a key opponent or when the set depends on both physical and special attacks.
Pokémon that can use Adamant
- Kingambit teams often values stronger physical attacks and can use priority to reduce its dependence on Speed.
- Dragonite teams can use Adamant to strengthen physical setup sets and priority Extreme Speed.
- Rillaboom teams benefits from stronger physical attacks, including its priority Grassy Glide.
These are representative competitive examples, not universal prescriptions. A Pokémon's ideal nature depends on its moves, EVs, format, teammates, and intended matchups.
Adamant compared with similar natures
When should you use an Adamant nature?
Adamant multiplies the final Attack stat by 1.1. The extra power matters when it changes a damage threshold, such as turning a likely two-hit knockout into a likely one-hit knockout, or when priority moves make Speed less important.
The usual alternative is Jolly. Choose between them by checking the format's relevant Speed tiers: use Jolly when its boost changes who moves first, and Adamant when the Pokémon is already fast enough or the additional Attack better serves its role.
See the complete Pokémon nature chart, compare defensive matchups with the type chart, or browse Gen 9 OU team examples.
Frequently asked questions
What does an Adamant nature do?
Adamant raises Attack by 10% and lowers Special Attack by 10%. It does not affect HP, Defense, Special Defense, or Speed.
Is Adamant or Jolly better?
Use Jolly when its 10% Speed boost lets the Pokémon outspeed an important threat. Use Adamant when it is already fast enough or when 10% more Attack is more valuable.
Is Adamant good for every physical attacker?
No. Adamant is strong for physical attackers, but mixed attackers may need Special Attack and speed-sensitive attackers may perform better with Jolly.