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# Statistics

Pet stats determine a pet's performance in combat and include key parameters such as attack, defense, initiative, and health. As a pet progresses, its stats evolve, reflecting improvements in its ability to take on enemies. Additionally, these stats can be boosted by the pet's rarity and other modifiers.

## Attack

Increases the damage the pet deals.

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## Defense

Increases the pet's ability to resist attacks, thus reducing the damage received.

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## Initiative

Increases the chance of the pet attacking first in combat.

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## Health

Increases the total amount of damage the pet can take before being defeated.