SASSY NATURE CALCULATOR
Check how Sassy nature changes any Pokemon's stats at level 50. Sassy boosts Sp. Defense by 10% and cuts Speed by the same amount, so it matters more for some builds than others. Type a name below to see the exact stat shift and whether Sassy is the right call.
In Winds & Waves, Nature Mints can change a Pokemon's stat effects without changing its actual nature.
Select a Pokemon above to see how Sassy changes their stats
BEST SASSY NATURE POKEMON
Sassy boosts Sp. Defense by 10% and drops Speed. For slow walls and Trick Room special tanks, that Speed cut is a bonus. In Winds & Waves, Tangrowth, Dusclops, Eelektross, and others all run Sassy in competitive play. Same nature, new meta. Sassy is still the go-to for Sp. Defense-focused builds in Winds & Waves.
Sassy raises Sp. Defense by 10% and lowers Speed by 10%. Slow special walls, often paired with Trick Room. 7 Pokemon competitively run this nature.
| # | Pokemon | Tier | Role | Ability | +SpD | -Spe | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Tangrowth GRASS | B | Bulky Support | Regenerator | 50+10 | 50-7 | 50 |
| 2 |  Dusclops GHOST | B | Bulky Support | Pressure | 130+18 | 25-5 | 25 |
| 3 |  Eelektross ELECTRIC | C | Special Revenge Killer | Levitate | 80+13 | 50-7 | 50 |
| 4 |  Eelektrik ELECTRIC | C | Bulky Support | Levitate | 70+12 | 40-6 | 40 |
| 5 |  Gloom GRASSPOISON | C | Bulky Support | Chlorophyll | 75+12 | 40-6 | 40 |
| 6 |  Tangela GRASS | C | Bulky Support | Regenerator | 40+9 | 60-8 | 60 |
| 7 |  Palossand GHOSTGROUND | C | Bulky Support | Watercompaction | 75+12 | 35-6 | 35 |
Tangrowth
GRASS
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Regenerator+SpD
50 +10Spe
50Dusclops
GHOST
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Pressure+SpD
130 +18Spe
25Eelektross
ELECTRIC
Role
Special Revenge KillerAbility
Levitate+SpD
80 +13Spe
50Eelektrik
ELECTRIC
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Levitate+SpD
70 +12Spe
40Gloom
GRASS POISON
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Chlorophyll+SpD
75 +12Spe
40Tangela
GRASS
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Regenerator+SpD
40 +9Spe
60Palossand
GHOST GROUND
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Watercompaction+SpD
75 +12Spe
35SASSY NATURE GUIDE
+10%Sp. Defense
-10%Speed
Flavor Preference
Likes Bitter, dislikes Sweet
Competitive Role
Slow special walls, often paired with Trick Room.
Sassy vs Calm
Choose Sassy
+Sp. Defense / -Speed
- Pokemon that need to check physical threats (use +Def)
- Pokemon that need to check special threats (use +SpD)
- Walls and tanks that rarely attack
Choose Calm
+Sp. Defense / -Attack
- Defensive Pokemon that still need attacking power
- Pokemon that run both physical and special moves
How to Get
SynchronizeLead with a Sassy Pokemon that has the Synchronize ability. Wild Pokemon will match its nature. (Gen 3+)
BreedingGive the parent with Sassy nature an Everstone. The offspring will inherit it. (100% since Gen 5)
Nature MintUse a Sassy Mint to change stat effects to Sassy. The original nature name stays but stats change. (Gen 8+)
Other +Sp. Defense Natures
SASSY FAQs
What does the Sassy nature do in Pokemon?
Sassy raises Sp. Defense by 10% and lowers Speed by 10%. At level 100 with full investment, that's roughly a 30-point swing on the boosted stat. Pokemon with Sassy nature prefer Bitter flavor and dislike Sweet.
What are the best Sassy nature Pokemon?
Top Sassy users include Tangrowth, Dusclops, Eelektross, and Eelektrik. They benefit from the Sp. Defense boost because their main damage comes from that stat. The Speed drop doesn't hurt them since they don't rely on it.
Is Sassy a good nature for competitive Pokemon?
Sassy is a strong competitive nature. The -Speed drop actually helps under Trick Room, where slower Pokemon move first. The key is matching it to Pokemon that don't need Speed in their moveset.
How do I get a Sassy nature Pokemon?
Synchronize is the fastest method. Lead with a Pokemon that has Synchronize and Sassy nature, and wild encounters match it (Gen 3+). Breeding works too: give the Sassy parent an Everstone and all offspring inherit the nature. Nature Mints (Gen 8+) let you change the stat effect to Sassy without rebreeding.
Should I use Sassy or Calm?
Sassy prioritizes Trick Room special wall, while Calm goes for standard special wall. Pick Sassy when your Pokemon's role depends on the stat it boosts. Go with Calm when standard special wall matters more for your team.