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==In the core series== | ==In the core series== | ||
In the [[core series]] games, Pokémon | In the [[core series]] games, Pokémon normally only evolve after one of three events: | ||
*[[List of Pokémon that evolve at or above a certain level|Gaining a level]] | *[[List of Pokémon that evolve at or above a certain level|Gaining a level]] | ||
*{{cat|Pokémon that evolve by | *{{cat|Pokémon that evolve by using an item|Being exposed to an item}} (such as an [[evolutionary stone]]) | ||
*{{cat|Pokémon that evolve through trading|Being traded}} | *{{cat|Pokémon that evolve through trading|Being traded}} | ||
When the appropriate trigger occurs, if the Pokémon meets the requirements to evolve, it will do so. However, if a Pokémon | Prior to [[Generation VIII]], the above were the only triggers to evolve Pokémon. However, {{g|Sword and Shield}} introduced two new triggers, each only used by a single Pokémon species: | ||
*Striking a [[Victory Pose]] with the Pokémon in the party | |||
*The Pokémon performing a specific action in battle | |||
*Travelling through a specific location with the Pokémon in the party | |||
When the appropriate trigger occurs, if the Pokémon meets the requirements to evolve, it will do so. However, if a Pokémon meets the trigger in battle, it will only evolve after the battle ends. | |||
A Pokémon holding an [[Everstone]] cannot evolve by level up or trade (except {{p|Kadabra}} from Generation IV onward); however, even if a Pokémon holds an Everstone, it can still be evolved by exposure to an [[Evolutionary stone]]. | A Pokémon holding an [[Everstone]] cannot evolve by level up or trade (except {{p|Kadabra}} from Generation IV onward); however, even if a Pokémon holds an Everstone, it can still be evolved by exposure to an [[Evolutionary stone]]. | ||
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* {{p|Pancham}} evolves into {{p|Pangoro}} starting at level 32 if there is a {{type|Dark}} Pokémon in the user's party. | * {{p|Pancham}} evolves into {{p|Pangoro}} starting at level 32 if there is a {{type|Dark}} Pokémon in the user's party. | ||
* {{p|Inkay}} evolves into {{p|Malamar}} when it levels up starting a level 30 if the [[Nintendo 3DS]] system is held upside-down when it levels up. | * {{p|Inkay}} evolves into {{p|Malamar}} when it levels up starting a level 30 if the [[Nintendo 3DS]] system is held upside-down when it levels up. | ||
* {{p|Sliggoo}} evolves into {{p|Goodra}} starting at level 50 if it is [[rain]]ing or [[fog]]gy in the overworld. (Rain that is only present in battle, such as rain caused by {{m|Rain Dance}} or {{a|Drizzle}}, will not trigger the evolution.) | * {{p|Sliggoo}} evolves into {{p|Goodra}} starting at level 50 if it is [[rain]]ing or (in [[Generation VII]]) [[fog]]gy in the overworld. (Rain that is only present in battle, such as rain caused by {{m|Rain Dance}} or {{a|Drizzle}}, will not trigger the evolution.) | ||
====Additional factors==== | ====Additional factors==== | ||
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*{{p|Wurmple}} evolves at level 7 into {{p|Silcoon}} or {{p|Cascoon}} depending on its [[personality value]]. It is a hidden value determined when the Pokémon is caught and cannot be affected by the player. | *{{p|Wurmple}} evolves at level 7 into {{p|Silcoon}} or {{p|Cascoon}} depending on its [[personality value]]. It is a hidden value determined when the Pokémon is caught and cannot be affected by the player. | ||
===Evolutionary stone=== | ===Using an item=== | ||
Some Pokémon evolve when they are exposed to a specific item. The player can use one of these items on a compatible Pokémon at any time outside of battle, which consumes the item. Unlike other evolution methods, evolution by exposure to an item cannot be prevented by holding an [[Everstone]]. Due to being able to evolve at any time, these Pokémon usually learn fewer or no moves by level up after evolving. | |||
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====Evolutionary stone==== | |||
{{main|Evolutionary stone}} | {{main|Evolutionary stone}} | ||
:''See also: [[:Category:Pokémon that evolve by evolutionary stone]]'' | :''See also: [[:Category:Pokémon that evolve by evolutionary stone]]'' | ||
The most common type of item that can trigger this kind of evolution is an Evolutionary stone (and was the only type that could, prior to [[Generation VIII]]). Despite its name, the [[Oval Stone]] is not an Evolutionary stone, because it triggers evolution as a [[held item]] rather than by being used directly. | |||
Despite its name, the [[Oval Stone]] is not an Evolutionary stone, | |||
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy}} border: 2px solid #{{fire color dark}}; background: #{{fire color}};" | {| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy}} border: 2px solid #{{fire color dark}}; background: #{{fire color}};" | ||
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====If the Pokémon is a certain gender==== | =====If the Pokémon is a certain gender===== | ||
:''See also: [[:Category:Pokémon that evolve based on gender]]'' | :''See also: [[:Category:Pokémon that evolve based on gender]]'' | ||
While most Pokémon that evolve by Evolutionary stone have no additional requirements, some Pokémon that evolve this way can only evolve if they are a specific gender. This evolutionary requirement was introduced in [[Generation IV]]. | While most Pokémon that evolve by Evolutionary stone have no additional requirements, some Pokémon that evolve this way can only evolve if they are a specific gender. This evolutionary requirement was introduced in [[Generation IV]]. | ||
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====In a certain region==== | =====In a certain region===== | ||
:''See also: [[:Category:Pokémon that evolve based on region]]'' | :''See also: [[:Category:Pokémon that evolve based on region]]'' | ||
While most Pokémon that evolve by evolutionary stone have no additional requirements, some Pokémon can evolve into a different form when they use an evolutionary stone in a specific [[region]]. This evolutionary requirement was introduced in [[Generation VII]]. | While most Pokémon that evolve by evolutionary stone have no additional requirements, some Pokémon can evolve into a different form when they use an evolutionary stone in a specific [[region]]. This evolutionary requirement was introduced in [[Generation VII]]. | ||
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===Unique triggers=== | |||
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[[Generation VIII]] introduced several unique triggers for newly introduced Pokémon and [[regional form]]s. These triggers are all exclusive to a single Pokémon. | |||
* {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Farfetch'd}} evolves into {{p|Sirfetch'd}} after it lands three [[critical hit]]s in a single battle. | |||
* {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Yamask}} evolves into {{p|Runerigus}} when the player walks through the stone gate in the [[Dusty Bowl]] after it has lost 49 {{stat|HP}} or more from a single attack without [[fainting]]. | |||
* {{p|Milcery}} evolves into {{p|Alcremie}} when the player performs a [[Victory Pose]] while Milcery holds a [[Sweet]]. Unless Milcery is {{Shiny}}, Alcremie's color depends on the [[time]] of day, the length of the spin, and the direction of the spin; if Milcery is {{Shiny}}, Alcremie takes on its sole Shiny coloration. Alcremie's Sweet corresponds to the Sweet Milcery held.<!--put the conditions for each Alcremie color as sub-bullets--> | |||
===Can only evolve in other games=== | ===Can only evolve in other games=== | ||