Hmm, I'm not sure here...

[ozhater1]

Look, I wouldn't be doing this if I didn't need help because I seriously do =P...

Thing is I got into quite a heated argument over at Gamefaqs (exact topic: http://boards.gamefaqs.com/gfaqs/gen...8485302&page=0) about how the type and strength (or power if you will) of Hidden Power is determined. As far as I know Hidden Power relies on the IVs and EVs, correct? If I'm wrong could somebody please point it out, because I've always thought this way and I would like to be certain on whether I am correct or not...

I'm also not sure if this is in the right area, but really, I'm an idiot anyway so, yeah....

[Poryhedron]

It does not rely on EVs, only on IVs. A pokémon's IVs are set in stone; if you don't like your Starmie's IVs, catch another Starmie. EVs gradually increase as you train the pokémon.
Because Hidden Power depends solely on IVs, a given pokémon's type and power of Hidden Power will never change, not even if you evolve it; but they can be very different for a different member of the same species.

[ozhater1]

Thanks, I know I had it a bit mixed up but the blabber I'm getting from this guy was nothing short of something I'd expect from a 2 year old. *Sigh* Well at least I'm certain now :-]

Thanks for the help Poryhedron.

[Poryhedron]

No prob, and sorry to say that sort of idiocy seems to be somewhat common on GameFAQs boards, from what I've heard. I love the site's content, but the boards... :redface: