While hunting for Shiny Pokémon, you might also want perfect Individual Values (IVs). Tools like the Pokémon Emerald IV Calculator or even specialized ones like the Pokémon Emerald Kaizo IV Calculator (for the Kaizo ROM hack) can help determine your target frame for both shininess and stats.
How IVs Are Determined in Emerald
Emerald’s RNG uses a formula to generate IVs (0-31 for each stat) on the same frame as Shininess:IV_HP=(RNG seed≫16)mod 32IV_HP=(RNG seed≫16)mod32IV_Attack=(RNG seed≫21)mod 32IV_Attack=(RNG seed≫21)mod32
(Similar formulas apply for Defense, Speed, etc.)
Combining Shiny Frames & IVs
Use this table to identify frames that yield both Shinies and 31 IVs:
| Frame | Is Shiny? | HP IV | Atk IV | Def IV | SpA IV | SpD IV | Spe IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1247 | Yes | 31 | 28 | 31 | 14 | 22 | 31 |
| 3568 | No | 12 | 31 | 5 | 31 | 18 | 9 |
| 5023 | Yes | 31 | 31 | 31 | 10 | 31 | 29 |
Pro Tip: Tools like PokéFinder (download here via Smogon) let you filter frames for both Shininess and IV spreads.
Pokémon Emerald Kaizo IV Calculator: Special Cases
For players of the Kaizo ROM hack, the Pokémon Emerald Kaizo IV Calculator accounts for altered RNG mechanics. Key differences:
- Tighter IV ranges (e.g., 20-31 instead of 0-31).
- Different Shiny odds (1/512 instead of 1/8192).
Kaizo IV Formula Adjustments
Kaizo_IV=(Base IV×1.5)+20(Capped at 31)Kaizo_IV=(Base IV×1.5)+20(Capped at 31)
FAQs
Can I use the same frame for a Shiny and 6 perfect IVs?
Yes, but it’s extremely rare. Most players target 2-3 perfect IVs + Shininess.
Does the Pokémon Emerald IV Calculator work for Kaizo?
No—use a dedicated Pokémon Emerald Kaizo IV Calculator for accurate results.