Ohh, you're in D/P? WELL THEN. There's still the battle tower!

EVs. Effort values. Find a FAQ on them, 'cause they're... a little complicated to explain. But them and natures are a must if you want to learn the art of competitive battling!

(I enjoy some dubs and generally favor whatever language I heard the show in first. Was joking with the "heretic" comment.)