What are Shiny-Locked Pokemon? All Scarlet and Violet Shiny-Locked Pokemon
by Mathelene
Updated Jan 09, 2024
What are Shiny-Locked Pokemon?
Shiny locked Pokemon are creatures in the game that can never be found in their special, alternate colors, no matter how many times you encounter them or restart your game. Normally, there's a 1 in 4,096 chance of encountering a Shiny Pokemon with a unique color palette. However, some Pokemon have a special, differently colored version that is intentionally locked and won't appear during regular gameplay.
This practice started in earlier Pokemon generations but became more noticeable in Generation V, where certain Legendary Pokemon in the game's box could never be found in their Shiny form without special events. This situation remains unchanged in Generation 9 games like Scarlet and Violet. In simple terms, shiny locked Pokemon have a hidden, unique appearance that players can't access through normal gameplay.
All Scarlet and Violet Shiny-Locked Pokemon
In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, the game developers have implemented shiny locks on various Pokemon, preventing them from appearing in their special alternate colors during regular gameplay. Here is a breakdown of the shiny-locked Pokemon in these games:
Shiny Locked Pokemon in Regular Gameplay:
Starters: Sprigatito, Quaxly, and Fuecoco
Gift Pokemon from NPCs, including in-game trades
Both box Legendaries: Koraidon and Miraidon
Ex-Titan Pokemon: Klawf, Bombirdier, Orthworm, Great Tusk/Iron Threads, and Tatsugiri
Pokemon of Ruin quartet: Ting-Lu, Chien-Pao, Wo-Chien, and Chi-Yu
Ghimmighoul (Chest Form)
7-Star raid Pokemon
Regular scripted encounters
Additional Shiny Locked Pokemon in The Teal Mask DLC:
The Loyal Three: Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti
Sinnoh starter received from Professor Jacq’s Egg
Ogerpon (all Masks)
Ursaluna (Bloodmoon)
Hisuian Growlithe
Regular scripted encounters in the DLC
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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
All Scarlet and Violet Shiny-Locked Pokemon - FAQs
Shiny-locked Pokemon in these games refer to creatures programmed to never appear in their special alternate colors, regardless of encounters or game resets.
Shiny-locked Pokemon in regular gameplay include starters (Sprigatito, Quaxly, Fuecoco), gift Pokemon, both box legendaries (Koraidon, Miraidon), ex-Titan Pokemon, Pokemon of Ruin quartet, Ghimmighoul (Chest Form), 7-Star raid Pokemon, and regular scripted encounters.
No, the second legendary in Area Zero is also shiny-locked and cannot be found in its alternate color.
Shiny-locked Pokemon in the Teal Mask DLC include the Loyal Three, Sinnoh starter from Professor Jacq’s Egg, Ogerpon, Ursaluna (Bloodmoon), Hisuian Growlithe, and regular scripted encounters in the DLC.
Only Sinnoh starters, Growlithe, and encounter Pokemon found elsewhere can be legitimately obtained as shinies in Scarlet and Violet.