Discovery Ability (発掘力)
Discovery Ability determines how effectively scouts locate players. The official guides associate this ability with: Key points: Candidate pool; Discovery speed; Search efficiency.
Examination Ability (調査力)
Examination Ability determines how accurately players are evaluated. The official documentation states that Examination Ability influences: The 2026 help further confirms that even after scouting reaches 100%, insufficient Examination Ability may still prevent complete evaluation. This represents one of the strongest confirmations discovered during this research project. Domestic Scout Discovery Domestic Scout Examination International Scout Discovery International Scout Examination Key points: Attribute accuracy; Future potential; Growth evaluation.
Official Reference Status
Source page 19: domestic scout discovery and examination. These values are transcribed and translated from the supplied 2021 official strategy guide. Treat the exact numbers as legacy-reference mechanics until direct testing confirms that PRO SPIRIT 2026 retained them unchanged.
Domestic Scout Discovery Ability
| Discovery | Initial candidates | Maximum candidates | Days required |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 40 | 70 | 2–3 |
| A | 35 | 65 | 3–4 |
| B | 30 | 60 | 3–4 |
| C | 25 | 50 | 4–5 |
Domestic Scout Examination Ability
| Examination | 50% report | Complete report | Potential clarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 3 days | 2 days | All grades visible |
| A | 3 days | 3 days | Most grades visible |
| B | 4 days | 3 days | Partial range |
| C | 4 days | 4 days | Potential cannot be identified |
Regional Draft Tendencies
| Region | Common tendency |
|---|---|
| Hokkaido / Tohoku | High fatigue recovery |
| Kanto | Strong pitcher ability |
| Hokuriku / Tokai | Many special abilities |
| Kinki | Strong hitting ability |
| Chugoku / Shikoku | Strong defensive aptitude |
| Kyushu / Okinawa | Many special abilities |
Manager Priorities
- Decide whether the current bottleneck is finding players or understanding them.
- Give scouts enough time to examine priority candidates.
- Connect scouting assignments to the organization's positional and development needs.
Common Management Mistake
Using only Discovery can create choice without confidence, while using only Examination limits the range of possible solutions.
Key Takeaways
- Discovery and Examination are separate scouting functions. Discovery expands the candidate pool; Examination improves the available information.
- Decide whether the current bottleneck is finding players or understanding them.
- Using only Discovery can create choice without confidence, while using only Examination limits the range of possible solutions.