How to get Shiny Mega Blastoise in Pokemon GO | Esports News
Catching a Shiny Mega Blastoise in Pokemon GO is a thrilling achievement for trainers, combining the excitement of shiny hunting with the power of Mega Evolution. Here’s a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to help you secure a Shiny Mega Blastoise in Pokemon GO.
What Makes Shiny Mega Blastoise in Pokemon GO Special?
Shiny Pokemon are rare color variants with a unique sparkle animation, and shiny Blastoise swaps its usual blue for a striking green shell. Mega Blastoise boasts one of the highest Water-type attacks in the game, making it a top-tier choice for raids and battles.
How to get Shiny Mega Blastoise in Pokemon GO
Step 1: Find and Catch a Shiny Squirtle or Blastoise
– Shiny Squirtle can be found during special events (like Community Days or the Rediscover Kanto event), when its shiny odds are boosted.– Evolve your shiny Squirtle into a shiny Blastoise using Squirtle Candy.– Alternatively, you might encounter a shiny Blastoise directly in Mega Raids, but this is rare and not guaranteed.If you catch a Shiny Squirtle during this event, you can Mega Evolve it to get Shiny Blastoise in Pokemon GO.
Step 2: Collect Blastoise Mega Energy
Pokemon GO Mega Blastoise (Image via Niantic)
You’ll need 200 Blastoise Mega Energy for the first Mega Evolution:– Defeat Mega Blastoise in Mega Raids—the most reliable way to earn Mega Energy.– Complete Special and Field Research Tasks that reward Mega Energy.– Walk with Blastoise as your Buddy (after you’ve Mega Evolved one before) to earn more Mega Energy.
Step 3: Mega Evolve Your Shiny Blastoise
– Once you have a shiny Blastoise and enough Mega Energy, tap the Mega Evolve button in its profile.– This transforms your shiny Blastoise into Shiny Mega Blastoise—the only way to obtain this form in Pokemon GO.To obtain shiny Mega Blastoise, you need to Mega Evolve a shiny Blastoise.
Step 4: Increase Your Odds—Tips and Tricks
– Participate in Mega Blastoise Raids: Each raid boss defeat gives you a chance to catch a shiny Blastoise. The more raids you do, the higher your odds.– Hunt During Events: Look for Community Days or special events featuring Squirtle or Blastoise, as shiny rates are significantly increased.– Shiny Checking: Tap on every Squirtle or Blastoise you see to check if it’s shiny, then back out if it’s not—repeat quickly to maximize encounters.
Step 5: Power Up and Battle
– Once you have your Shiny Mega Blastoise, consider powering it up for raids or the Master League, where its bulk and Hydro Cannon move make it a formidable opponent.– If you want the exclusive move Hydro Cannon, evolve your shiny Wartortle into Blastoise during a relevant Community Day or use an Elite Charged TM.
Fun Fact: The Mega CP Glitch
Some trainers have experimented with powering up a level 1 shiny Squirtle, evolving it, and then Mega Evolving for a “glitched” Mega CP display—just a quirky side note for collectors and battlers alike.Also read: Pokemon GO Mega Blastoise raid guide: Best counters, strengths, weaknesses, 100% IVs, tips and tricks, and moreTo get a Shiny Mega Blastoise in Pokemon GO, catch a shiny Squirtle or Blastoise (preferably during special events), gather Mega Energy through raids and research, and Mega Evolve your shiny Blastoise. Persistence, event participation, and a bit of luck are your best friends on this shiny hunt.
