TIMID NATURE CALCULATOR
Check how Timid nature changes any Pokemon's stats at level 50. Timid boosts Speed by 10% and cuts Attack 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 Timid 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 Timid changes their stats
BEST TIMID NATURE POKEMON
Speed wins games, and Timid gives 10% more of it by cutting Attack. Over in Winds & Waves, You'll see it on Wailord, Jellicent, Wingull among others. Special attackers that need to outpace key threats usually run this. Timid's 10% Speed boost carries into the latest generation. Check the table above for current top picks.
Timid raises Speed by 10% and lowers Attack by 10%. Fast special attackers that need to outspeed threats. 16 Pokemon competitively run this nature.
| # | Pokemon | Tier | Role | Ability | +Spe | -Atk | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Wailord WATER | B | Bulky Support | Oblivious | 60+11 | 90-11 | 60 |
| 2 |  Jellicent WATERGHOST | C | Bulky Support | Waterabsorb | 60+11 | 60-8 | 60 |
| 3 |  Wingull WATER | C | Special Attacker | Raindish | 85+13 | 30-5 | 85 |
| 4 |  Wailmer WATER | C | Special Revenge Killer | Waterveil | 60+11 | 70-9 | 60 |
| 5 |  Corsola WATERROCK | C | Bulky Support | Natural Cure | 35+8 | 55-8 | 35 |
| 6 |  Lumineon WATER | C | Special Attacker | Stormdrain | 91+14 | 69-9 | 91 |
| 7 |  Eelektross ELECTRIC | C | Special Tank | Levitate | 50+10 | 115-14 | 50 |
| 8 |  Raichu ELECTRIC | C | Special Attacker | Lightningrod | 110+16 | 90-11 | 110 |
| 9 |  Pikachu ELECTRIC | C | Special Attacker | Static | 90+14 | 55-8 | 90 |
| 10 |  Tynamo ELECTRIC | C | Special Attacker | Levitate | 60+11 | 55-8 | 60 |
| 11 |  Vileplume GRASSPOISON | C | Bulky Support | Chlorophyll | 50+10 | 80-10 | 50 |
| 12 |  Gloom GRASSPOISON | C | Bulky Support | Chlorophyll | 40+9 | 65-9 | 40 |
| 13 |  Slugma FIRE | C | Utility | Magma Armor | 20+7 | 40-6 | 20 |
| 14 |  Frillish WATERGHOST | D | Special Revenge Killer | Waterabsorb | 40+9 | 40-6 | 40 |
| 15 |  Finneon WATER | D | Special Attacker | Swiftswim | 66+11 | 49-7 | 66 |
| 16 |  Tympole WATER | D | Utility | Swift Swim | 64+11 | 50-7 | 64 |
Wailord
WATER
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Oblivious+Spe
60 +11Spe
60Jellicent
WATER GHOST
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Waterabsorb+Spe
60 +11Spe
60Wingull
WATER
Role
Special AttackerAbility
Raindish+Spe
85 +13Spe
85Wailmer
WATER
Role
Special Revenge KillerAbility
Waterveil+Spe
60 +11Spe
60Corsola
WATER ROCK
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Natural Cure+Spe
35 +8Spe
35Lumineon
WATER
Role
Special AttackerAbility
Stormdrain+Spe
91 +14Spe
91Eelektross
ELECTRIC
Role
Special TankAbility
Levitate+Spe
50 +10Spe
50Raichu
ELECTRIC
Role
Special AttackerAbility
Lightningrod+Spe
110 +16Spe
110Pikachu
ELECTRIC
Role
Special AttackerAbility
Static+Spe
90 +14Spe
90Tynamo
ELECTRIC
Role
Special AttackerAbility
Levitate+Spe
60 +11Spe
60Vileplume
GRASS POISON
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Chlorophyll+Spe
50 +10Spe
50Gloom
GRASS POISON
Role
Bulky SupportAbility
Chlorophyll+Spe
40 +9Spe
40Slugma
FIRE
Role
UtilityAbility
Magma Armor+Spe
20 +7Spe
20Frillish
WATER GHOST
Role
Special Revenge KillerAbility
Waterabsorb+Spe
40 +9Spe
40Finneon
WATER
Role
Special AttackerAbility
Swiftswim+Spe
66 +11Spe
66Tympole
WATER
Role
UtilityAbility
Swift Swim+Spe
64 +11Spe
64TIMID NATURE GUIDE
+10%Speed
-10%Attack
Flavor Preference
Likes Sweet, dislikes Spicy
Competitive Role
Fast special attackers that need to outspeed threats.
Timid vs Modest
Choose Timid
+Speed / -Attack
- Pokemon in contested speed tiers (base 80-110)
- Sweepers that need to outspeed threats before attacking
- Pokemon without priority moves or speed-boosting setups
Choose Modest
+Sp. Attack / -Attack
- Pokemon with priority moves that bypass speed
- Dragon Dance / Shift Gear users that fix speed in-game
- Wallbreakers that need maximum damage output
How to Get
SynchronizeLead with a Timid Pokemon that has the Synchronize ability. Wild Pokemon will match its nature. (Gen 3+)
BreedingGive the parent with Timid nature an Everstone. The offspring will inherit it. (100% since Gen 5)
Nature MintUse a Timid Mint to change stat effects to Timid. The original nature name stays but stats change. (Gen 8+)
Other +Speed Natures
TIMID FAQs
What does the Timid nature do in Pokemon?
Timid raises Speed by 10% and lowers Attack by 10%. At level 100 with full investment, that's roughly a 30-point swing on the boosted stat. Pokemon with Timid nature prefer Sweet flavor and dislike Spicy.
What are the best Timid nature Pokemon?
Top Timid users include Wailord, Jellicent, Wingull, and Wailmer. They benefit from the Speed boost because their main damage comes from that stat. The Attack drop doesn't hurt them since they don't rely on it.
Is Timid a good nature for competitive Pokemon?
Timid is a strong competitive nature. It's one of the most-used natures in competitive formats. The key is matching it to Pokemon that don't need Attack in their moveset.
How do I get a Timid nature Pokemon?
Synchronize is the fastest method. Lead with a Pokemon that has Synchronize and Timid nature, and wild encounters match it (Gen 3+). Breeding works too: give the Timid parent an Everstone and all offspring inherit the nature. Nature Mints (Gen 8+) let you change the stat effect to Timid without rebreeding.
Should I use Timid or Modest?
Timid prioritizes speed, while Modest goes for power. Pick Timid when your Pokemon's role depends on the stat it boosts. Go with Modest when power matters more for your team.