Weirdest Pokemon Evolution Methods in the Scarlet and Violet DLC

The Scarlet and Violet DLC for Pokemon introduces eccentric evolution methods, from exposing Nosepass to a Thunder Stone to evolving Inkay by leveling up with the Switch upside down.

by Mathelene | Updated Jan 06, 2024

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Weirdest Pokemon Evolution Methods in the Scarlet and Violet DLC

The Scarlet and Violet DLC for Pokemon introduces some peculiar evolution methods, making the process of evolving certain Pokemon quite unconventional. Here's a summary of the oddest evolution methods in the DLC:

Nosepass Evolution:

  • Expose to a Thunder Stone.

  • Defeat in 5-Star or 6-Star Tera Raid Battle.

  • Locate Nosepass in Kitakami, preferably in Paradise Barrens.

Aipom Evolution:

  • Teach Aipom the Double Hit move.

  • Defeat in a Tera Raid Battle.

  • Aipom evolves into Ambipom at Level 32 after learning Double Hit.

Lampent Evolution:

  • Expose to a Dusk Stone.

  • Defeat in 5-Star or 6-Star Tera Raid Battles.

  • Obtain Dusk Stone behind Montenevera Gym or capture Chandelure after raid battles.

Weepinbell Evolution:

  • Expose to a Leaf Stone.

  • Defeat in a high-level Tera Raid Battle.

  • Find the Leaf Stone in Tagtree Thicket or capture Victreebel in a Tera Raid Battle.

Dusclops Evolution:

  • Trade while holding a Reaper Cloth.

  • Defeat in a high-level Tera Raid Battle.

  • Obtain Reaper Cloth in Timeless Woods, Kitakami, and trade Dusclops at Level 37.

Poliwhirl Evolution:

  • Trade while holding a King's Rock.

  • Defeat Politoed in a high-level Tera Raid Battle.

  • Acquire King's Rock from Delibird Presents.

Feebas Evolution:

  • Trade while holding a Prism Scale.

  • Defeat Milotic in 5-Star or 6-Star Tera Raid Battles.

  • Locate Feebas in Kitakami or evolve through trading.

Applin Evolution:

  • Expose to a Syrupy Apple.

  • Defeat Dipplin in a 4-Star Tera Raid Battle.

  • Find Applin in Apple Hills and evolve into Dipplin using a Syrupy Apple.

Dipplin Evolution:

  • Teach it Dragon Cheer and level it up once.

  • Defeat Hydrapple in 6-Star Tera Raid Battles.

  • Obtain Dragon Cheer TM by defeating a BB League Elite Four member in the Polar Biome.

Hisuian Qwilfish Evolution:

  • Teach it Barb Barrage and level it up.

  • Defeat Overqwil in 6-Star Tera Raid Battles.

  • Encounter Overqwil in 6-Star Tera Raid Battles in Blueberry Academy's Terarium.

Inkay Evolution:

  • Level up Inkay to Lv. 30 or above while the Switch is upside down.

  • Defeat Malamar in 5- or 6-Star Tera Raid Battles.

  • Evolve Inkay by leveling up with the console upside down.

Milcery Evolution:

  • Give Milcery a Sweet to hold and spin.

  • Defeat Malamar in 5- or 6-Star Tera Raid Battles.

  • Evolve Milcery into Alcremie through a specific spinning method.

Additionally, there are Trade Evolution Pokemon in Scarlet and Violet, including Scyther, Haunter, Slowpoke, Graveler, Gurdurr, Phantump, Rhydon, Electabuzz, Magmar, Poliwhirl, Gurdurr (again), Seadra, Dusclops, Feebas, Porygon, Porygon2, and another mention of Phantump. These Pokemon can evolve through trading or be caught after defeating them in Tera Raid Battles.

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet, released in 2022 for the Nintendo Switch, mark the beginning of the ninth generation of the Pokemon video game series. Developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokemon Company, these role-playing games are set in the Paldea region, inspired by the Iberian Peninsula, featuring an expansive open world.

Unlike earlier Pokemon games, Scarlet and Violet offer three distinct storylines for players to explore. The introduction of 110 new Pokemon, regional forms, and Paradox Pokemon, along with the Terastal phenomenon allowing Pokemon to transform into the exclusive "Tera Type," adds excitement to the gameplay.

Despite some technical issues and criticism for graphics and progression systems, the games garnered praise for their open-world format and engaging storyline. Notably, they set a record for Nintendo's largest launch, selling over 10 million copies in three days and reaching 23.23 million copies sold by September 2023.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Gameplay

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet maintain the familiar gameplay structure of previous titles, focusing on players capturing and trading Pokemon to explore the world and engage in battles with other trainers. A notable addition is the option to battle trainers on paths. The games feature open worlds, seamlessly blending urban areas with open wilderness, a departure from earlier Pokemon games.

Players have the freedom to choose from three routes, and objectives within these routes can be completed in any order. Introducing 112 new Pokemon, including starter Pokemon Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly, as well as legendary Pokemon Koraidon and Miraidon, the games offer a diverse lineup. Two new regional forms, Paradox Pokemon, and "convergent evolution" Pokemon, like Wiglett resembling Diglett, add excitement.

The "Let's Go" mechanic allows Pokemon to roam the overworld and automatically engage in wild Pokemon battles. Co-op play with up to three players is also included. Scarlet and Violet unveil the Terastal phenomenon, giving Pokemon a crystalline appearance and altering their type to match their "Tera Type," introducing special moves like Tera Blast for Terastallized Pokemon.

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Trailer

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Weirdest Pokemon Evolution Methods in the Scarlet and Violet DLC - FAQs

1. How do I evolve Nosepass in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet?

Expose Nosepass to a Thunder Stone or defeat Probopass in a 5-Star or 6-Star Tera Raid Battle in Kitakami.

2. What's the evolution method for Aipom in Pokemon Scarlet/Violet?

Teach Aipom the Double Hit move, which it learns naturally at Level 32, and then level it up to evolve into Ambipom.

3. How can I evolve Lampent in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet?

Expose Lampent to a Dusk Stone or capture Chandelure after defeating it in a 5-Star or 6-Star Tera Raid Battle.

4. What's the evolution process for Weepinbell in Pokemon Scarlet/Violet?

Expose Weepinbell to a Leaf Stone, obtainable in Tagtree Thicket, or capture Victreebel in a high-level Tera Raid Battle.

5. How do I evolve Dusclops in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet?  

Trade Dusclops at Level 37 while it holds a Reaper Cloth or defeat Dusknoir in a high-level Tera Raid Battle in Kitakami.