Evolving Pokémon Through Trading in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Evolving Pokémon is an essential part of your progress in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. However, some Pokémon can only evolve by being traded with other players. Additionally, certain Pokémon require a specific trade code to complete their evolution, and some even need to be holding a special item while being traded.
Below, you will find everything you need to know about this process, including a list of all Pokémon that require trading to evolve, the relevant trade codes, and any necessary held items.
Be sure to check out our Pokémon Legends: Z-A Interactive Map for more helpful tips and locations.
List of Pokémon That Evolve Through Trading
| Pokémon | Trade Code | Held Item (if any) |
|---|---|---|
| Haunter | 0066-0066 | None |
| Kadabra | 0063-0063 | None |
| Machoke | 0126-0126 | None |
| Onix | 0197-0197 | Metal Coat |
| Phantrump | 0182-0182 | None |
| Pumpkaboo | 0204-0204 | None |
| Scyther | 0176-0176 | Metal Coat |
| Slowbro | 0139-0139 | King’s Rock |
| Spritzee | 0096-0096 | Sachet |
| Swirlix | 0098-0098 | Whipped Dream |
How to Use Trade Codes for Evolution
To evolve your Pokémon via trading, follow these steps:
- Make sure you have the relevant Pokémon and that it is holding any required specially held item listed above.
- From the main menu, go to the Link Play option.
- Select Link Trade, then choose the Faraway Players option.
- Enter the trade code corresponding to the Pokémon you want to evolve.
Once you enter the trade code, you will be randomly matched with another player doing the same. After the trade completes, both players will receive the evolved form of the Pokémon they traded.
Important Tips
The main challenge with this method is that you both need to be online and using the same trade code simultaneously. If you join the game late or have trouble finding active players, consider joining a community Discord server or other Pokémon Legends: Z-A online groups to coordinate trades.
With the right setup, evolving your traded Pokémon is a straightforward and rewarding process that will greatly enhance your adventure in Pokémon Legends: Z-A!
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