New game, new era, new ways to evolve.
Now that the time has come, at long last, to discover the lost region of Hisui before it would evolve and later become known as Sinnoh, it is time to learn about “old ways” to evolve certain Pokémon with Pokémon Legends: Arceus. So, as the adventure continues, again, here is a guide dedicated to the new evolution methods introduced in this new mainline outing:
*SPOILER WARNING! If you wish to avoid Pokémon Legends: Arceus spoilers, this is your last chance to look away now.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Linking Cord-Based Evolutions:
Alakazam (#065)
Evolves from: Kadabra (#064)
Evolution Requirement: Use the Linking Cord item
Machamp (#068)
Evolves from: Machoke (#067)
Evolution Requirement: Use the Linking Cord item
Golem (#076)
Evolves from: Graveler (#075)
Evolution Requirement: Use the Linking Cord item
Gengar (#094)
Evolves from: Haunter (#094)
Evolution Requirement: Use the Linking Cord item
Hisuian Electrode (#101)
Evolves from: Hisuian Voltorb (#100)
Evolution Requirement: Use a Leaf Stone
Probopass (#300)
Evolves from: Nosepass (#299)
Evolution Requirement: Use a Thunder Stone
Alternative Evolution Requirement: Take to Coronet Highlands
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Evolution Item-Based Evolutions:
Kleavor (#900)
Evolves from: Scyther (#123)
Evolution Requirement: Use the Black Augurite item
Sneasler (#903)
Evolves from: Sneasel (#215)
Evolution Requirement: Use the Razor Claw item during the Daytime
Ursaluna (#901)
Evolves from: Ursaring (#217)
Evolution Requirement: Use the Peat Block item during a Full Moon
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Evolution Move-Based Evolutions:
Overqwil (#904)
Evolves from: Qwilfish (#211)
Evolution Requirement: Use Strong Style Barb Barrage 20 times
Wrydeer (#899)
Evolves from: Stantler (#234)
Evolution Requirement: Use Agile Style Psyshield Bash 20 times
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Damage-Based Evolutions:
Basculegion (#902)
Evolves from: White-Striped Basculin (#550)
Evolution Requirement: Without fainting, receive 300 in Recoil Damage and use Agile Style with Female Basculin and Strong Style with Male Basculin
Additional Note: Red and Blue-Striped Basculegion is based on the gender of your White-Striped Basculin
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Evolution Weather-Based Evolutions:
Hisuian Goodra (#117)
Evolves from: Sliggoo (#115)
Evolution Requirement: Reach level 50 + and must be raining in order to evolve into Goodra.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus Item Information::
Black Augurite
Item Description: A glassy black stone that produces a sharp cutting edge when split. It’s loved by a certain Pokémon.
Item Price: Details coming soon
Location: Details coming soon
Leaf Stone
Item Description: A peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It has an unmistakable leaf pattern.
Item Price: Details coming soon
Location: Details coming soon
Linking Cord
Item Description: A string exuding a mysterious energy that makes you feel a strange sense of connection. It’s loved by certain Pokémon.
Item Price: Details coming soon
Location: Details coming soon
Peat Block
Item Description: A block of muddy material that can be used as fuel for burning when it is dried. It’s loved by a certain Pokémon.
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Location: Details coming soon
Razor Claw
Item Description: A sharp and pointed claw that seems as though it might be able to cut through anything at all. It’s loved by a certain Pokémon.
Item Price: Details coming soon
Location: Details coming soon
Thunder Stone
Item Description: A peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It has a distinct thunderbolt pattern.
Item Price: Details coming soon
Location: Details coming soon
More details will be added to this guide in due course, with regards to item location, purchase price and imagery. In the meantime, we hope you found this guide helpful.
