How to Get the 4 Legendaries in Pokemon Violet
To get the 4 Legendaries in Pokémon Violet, also known as the Treasures of Ruin, you must first unlock their shrines, which can be found in one of the four Paldea Provinces. The Treasures of Ruin include Wo-Chien, Chien-Pao, Ting-Lu, and Chi-Yu, which are all Dark-type Legendary Pokémon inspired by the Four Perils from Chinese mythology.
Unlocking the Shrines
The shrines are locked, and to unlock them, you need to complete specific tasks or achieve certain milestones in the game. Once a shrine is unlocked, the corresponding Legendary Pokémon will appear, and you can attempt to catch it.
The 4 Legendaries
The 4 Legendaries in Pokémon Violet are:
- Wo-Chien: a Legendary snail found in the purple shrine
- Chien-Pao: a sabertooth Legendary found in the yellow Icerend shrine
- Ting-Lu: a Legendary moose found in the green Groundblight shrine
- Chi-Yu: a Legendary found in the blue shrine
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 4 shrine Legendaries in Pokemon Violet?
The 4 shrine Legendaries in Pokémon Violet are Wo-Chien, Chien-Pao, Ting-Lu, and Chi-Yu.
Where is Mewtwo in Pokemon Violet?
Mewtwo can be found in a seven-star Tera Raid Battle, where you can defeat and then catch it.
Can you find a Mew in Pokemon Violet?
Yes, you can receive Mew in your Pokémon Violet game by entering the password GETY0URMEW via Mystery Gift.
Is there a Mew in Pokemon Violet?
Yes, Mew is available in Pokémon Violet via a distribution code or by transferring it from Pokémon Home.
What is the hardest legendary?
The hardest Legendary Pokémon to catch include Mewtwo, Lugia, Suicune, and Moltres.
Can the 4 Legendaries be shiny?
Yes, shiny legends are possible, but legends received from events are not shiny unless specified.
What is the rarest legendary?
Volcanion is considered the rarest mythical/Legendary Pokémon.
How rare is catching a 4* Pokémon?
There is a 1 in 4,096 chance (0.0244% probability) of finding a 4* Pokémon with perfect IVs from a wild catch.
What is Pokémon 1001?
Wo-Chien is the #1001 Pokémon.
What are the 4 genies in Pokémon?
The 4 genies in Pokémon are Landorus, Thundurus, Tornadus, and Enamorus, with Enamorus being the fourth counterpart.
What is Pokémon 1003?
Ting-Lu is the #1003 Pokémon.
Can Koraidon be caught?
Yes, Koraidon can be caught after defeating the story’s final boss and exploring Area Zero.
What is the violet Legendaries name?
The violet Legendary is Miraidon, which is exclusive to Pokémon Violet and serves as a mount.
Is Shiny Zygarde legal?
Shiny Zygarde is not listed as shiny locked, but its legitimacy is still uncertain.
Can you get a shiny Eternatus?
Yes, shiny Eternatus can be obtained, but it is extremely rare.
Is shiny Meloetta legal?
No, shiny Meloetta is not legal, as it is one of the Legendary and Mythical Pokémon that cannot be shiny.
What is the top 1 legendary Pokémon?
Arceus is considered the most powerful Legendary Pokémon, followed by Mewtwo, Giratina, and others.
Is Mewtwo the hardest Pokémon to catch?
Yes, Mewtwo is one of the most difficult Pokémon to catch, especially when encountered at level 70.
Is the weakest legendary Pokémon?
Cosmog is considered the weakest Legendary Pokémon, with a base stat total comparable to Magikarp.
Can you breed Mew with Ditto?
No, Mew cannot be bred with Ditto, as it belongs to the Undiscovered Egg Group.
Is Mew pink or purple?
Mew is a pink Psychic-type Pokémon, while its shiny version is blue.