Is Tyranitar in Pokemon Sword and Shield?
Tyranitar is exclusive to Pokémon Shield, meaning that players with Pokémon Sword will not be able to find it in the wild and will need to trade with someone who has Shield to obtain it. The Tyranitar can be found by evolving Larvitar, which is also exclusive to Pokémon Shield, into Pupitar and then into Tyranitar at level 55.
Introduction to Tyranitar
Tyranitar is a dual-type Rock/Dark Pseudo-legendary Pokémon that made its first appearance in the second generation games Gold and Silver. It is known for its incredible strength and is often compared to Godzilla, with its design and name possibly being based on the Tyrannosaurus rex.
FAQs
1. Is Tyranitar in Pokémon Sword?
No, Tyranitar is not available in the wild in Pokémon Sword and can only be obtained through trading with a player who has Pokémon Shield.
2. Where can I find Larvitar in Pokémon Shield?
Larvitar can be found in two places in Pokémon Shield: the Lake of Outrage and Roaring-Sea Caves.
3. Can I catch Tyranitar in Pokémon Sword?
No, Tyranitar cannot be caught in the wild in Pokémon Sword and must be obtained through trading.
4. What evolves into Tyranitar?
Larvitar evolves into Pupitar at level 30, and then Pupitar evolves into Tyranitar at level 55.
5. Is Tyranitar a Legendary Pokémon?
No, Tyranitar is not a Legendary Pokémon, but rather a Pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
6. Can I get Tyranitar in the Pokémon Sword DLC?
No, Tyranitar is still exclusive to Pokémon Shield and cannot be found in the wild in Pokémon Sword, even with the DLC.
7. What is Tyranitar based on?
Tyranitar is heavily based on Godzilla, with its design and name possibly being inspired by the Tyrannosaurus rex.
8. Is Larvitar exclusive to Pokémon Shield?
Yes, Larvitar is exclusive to Pokémon Shield and cannot be found in the wild in Pokémon Sword.
9. Can I trade for Tyranitar in Pokémon Sword?
Yes, players with Pokémon Sword can trade with a player who has Pokémon Shield to obtain Tyranitar.
10. Is Pokémon Sword and Shield the first game to not have all Pokémon?
Yes, Pokémon Sword and Shield are the first mainline Pokémon games to not support every single Pokémon species.
11. Can I catch Eternatus in Pokémon Sword and Shield?
Yes, Eternatus can be caught in both Pokémon Sword and Shield during the Champion’s Cup.
12. Is Eternatus a Legendary Pokémon?
Yes, Eternatus is a Legendary Poison/Dragon-type Pokémon and the overarching antagonist of Pokémon Sword and Shield.
13. Where can I find Pupitar in Pokémon Shield?
Pupitar can be found in Pokémon Shield by evolving Larvitar, which can be found in the Lake of Outrage and Roaring-Sea Caves.
14. Can I get Garchomp in Pokémon Sword?
No, Garchomp is exclusive to Pokémon Shield and can only be obtained in Pokémon Sword through trading.
15. Is Iron Thorns a Tyranitar?
No, Iron Thorns is a Paradox variant of Tyranitar and is exclusive to Pokémon Violet, but it appears to be a futuristic relative of Tyranitar.