How Pokérus Works in Pixelmon
The Pokérus section contains the options Pixelmon uses for this part of the server. Configure Pokérus infection chances, spreading rules, curing behavior, and growth notifications.
Pixelmon Pokérus Settings
The settings below are listed in the same order as they appear in pokerus.yml. The table preserves each default and identifies the accepted value type. The Setting column shows a reader-friendly name first, followed by the matching pokerus.yml key for reference.
| Setting and Config Key | Default and Accepted Values | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Enabled enabled | Default: true Values: true or false | Whether or not the Pokérus is enabled. This blocks the growth, the spread and the spawning of the Pokérus. |
| Spawn Rate spawn-rate | Default: 12288.0 Values: decimal number | Pokérus spawn rate (1/x). (0 to disable) |
| Inform Players inform-players | Default: true Values: true or false | Whether or not the player should be informed if their Pokémon got Pokérus. |
| Spread Rate spread-rate | Default: 5 Values: whole number | Chance to spread the Pokérus to the near Pokémon after a battle. (1/x) (-1 to disable; 0 to keep always active) |
Important Pokérus Setting Notes
Defaults and Value Types
Boolean toggles, numeric rates, timers, lists, and mappings use different value formats. Preserve the value type shown in the table and keep collection syntax intact when changing pokerus.yml.
Settings That Work Together
Several pokérus options can affect the same outcome. Review related rates, limits, timers, and lists together before deciding that one value is responsible for a result.
Testing Changes
Change one related group of settings at a time so its effect is easy to measure.
Test the result under the conditions affected by the setting, including relevant dimensions, player states, or encounter types.
Keep a copy of the previous values so unexpected balance or performance changes can be reversed quickly.
Final Thoughts
Pokérus settings are easier to balance when changes are deliberate and documented. Start with the defaults, adjust only what the server needs, and verify the result before moving on to the next group.
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