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Alpha Pokemon are a new type of Pokemon introduced inPokemon Legends: Arceus. While it’s currently unknown whether Alpha Pokemon will make an appearance in the mainline games, these Pokemon are a great asset to any trainer’s party in their Hisui journey.
More Alpha Pokemon will start spawning once the Noble Pokemon of their respective region are calmed. Aside from their large size, Alpha Pokemon will have three out of five of their Stats at level 3 upon capture and are usually a much higher level than other Pokemon in the area.
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Like mostPokemongames, most of the Legendary Pokemon inPokemon Legends: Arceuscan’t be caught until the postgame. However, players can findPseudo-legendaries Hisuian Goodra and Garchomproaming Hisui if they want to add a powerful Pokemon to their team. Whether players obtain Goodra or Garchomp, both of these Dragon-type Pokemon will be useful in the latter half ofLegends: Arceus.
Catch and Evolve Alpha Sliggoo
Trainers can get Sliggoo as soon asthey get the Ride Basculegion. An Alpha Sliggoo will be on a little island to the right of theHolm of Trialsin theCrimson Mirelands. Players can also catch Goomy here as well.
Unfortunately, Sliggoo’s spawn location requires trainers to cross a river. It may be possible to use Wyrdeer and get a running-leap into the Holm of Trials, but it’s safer to get the Ride Basculegion instead.
Since Sliggoo is resting on a hill, it can easily spot trainers trying to sneak up on it, making it difficult to use the Back Strike technique. Disturbing Sliggoo will also make the Goomy aggressive and they’ll start attacking.
The best way to catch Alpha Sliggoo is to try and stun it with Mud Balls. Stunning Alpha Pokemon with projectiles can take a while for theyellow Poke Ball iconto appear over their head, so bringabout 10 or 20 Mud Balls/Sticky Globs.
The other option is to battle Sliggoo. As Dragon/Steel-type, its only weaknesses are Fighting and Ground-type moves. Remember that Steel-type Pokemon are immune to Poison-type attacks. Alpha Sliggoo in the Crimson Mirelands will be atlevel 50.verify the Survey Corps Level is at leastRank 4or else Alpha Sliggoo won’t stay in the Poke Ball.
Since Hisuian Sliggoo evolves into Goodra at level 50, it will be ready to evolve the minute it’s caught. However, it needs to berainingin order for the “Evolve” option to appear in the menu for Sliggoo.
Finding Alpha Goodra
If players don’t mind waiting, they can catch an Alpha Goodra (level 70) at theAncient QuarryinCoronet Highlands. To get to the Ancient Quarry, players will need to be able to call Sneasler with the Celestica Flute.
Trainers should also be atRank 6before trying to catch Alpha Goodra. Rank 6 makes Pokemon at “level 80 and below” obey commands. Players can check if Goodra can’t be caught by targeting it with the ZL button. If Goodra’s too strong,its levelwill be red.
Alternatively, players can wait and catch thelevel 58 Alpha Goodra in Mesprit’s Trial. This Goodra won’t be available until the near-end ofLegends: Arceus' main story.
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Catch and Evolve Alpha Gabite
Alpha Gabite and Gible can be found to theleft of Clamberclaw Cliffsin theCoronet Highlands. Unlike the Alpha Goodra in the Ancient Quarry, Alpha Gabite will belevel 56. The Survey Corps Rank needs to be atRank 5 or higher.
It’s a little difficult to sneak up on Gabite because it moves a lot quicker than Sliggoo and Goodra. The best way to catch it unaware is by using a Stealth Spray before approaching it. Bring Smoke Bombs to have more places to hide and make it easier to sneak up on Gabite.
Heavy Balls or Ultra Balls work better than Great Balls or Poke Balls. In the case Alpha Gabite is alerted, callWyrdeer with the Celestica Fluteand get out of its line of sight. Try again once the “alert/eye icon” at the top of the screen disappears.
In the case players prefer to battle Alpha Gabite, bring a Pokemon that isn’t weak to Dragon or Ground-type moves. Although Fairy-type and Ice-type Pokemon are strong against Gabite, there’s a chance the Alpha Gabite may know a move (like Iron Head) that gives it coverage against its two weaknesses. Have afast Pokemonwhen battling Gabite.
Gabite evolves into Garchomp at level 48, so by the time Alpha Gabite is caught,it will be ready to evolve.
Finding Alpha Garchomp
Alpha Garchomp can be found at thefar south of Avalanche Slopesin theAlabaster Icelandsatlevel 85. This means trainers will need to beRank 7or higherif they want to add it to the team. Since Garchomp is a fast, powerful Pokemon, players are recommended to bring their best Pokemon if they plan on catching this Pseudo-legendary by battling.
For those looking to avoid battle, use the same strategy that was used with the Alpha Gabite. Stealth Spray will make it easier to sneak up on Garchomp. Since Alabaster Icelands doesn’t have much grass to hide in, Smoke Bombs are an absolute must when trying to catch Garchomp unaware.
Alpha Garchomp can be reached by climbing the mountains with Sneasler. However, it may befaster to get Braviary from Sabiand just fly to Avalanche Slopes instead.
