Igniting Your Evolution: A Comprehensive Guide to Finding Fire Stones in Brilliant Diamond
So, you’re on the hunt for a Fire Stone in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond? Fear not, aspiring trainer! While these fiery evolution items aren’t exactly lining the shelves, they are obtainable with a bit of exploration and, in some cases, a dash of luck. Here’s the definitive guide to tracking down those coveted Fire Stones in the Sinnoh region.
The most reliable methods to find Fire Stones in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond are:
- Fuego Ironworks: This is a guaranteed Fire Stone. Navigate the building’s puzzles, and Fuego himself will reward you.
- The Grand Underground: Explore the underground areas; digging in walls can yield various evolution stones, including Fire Stones.
- Pickup Ability: Pokémon with the ability Pickup can randomly find items, including Fire Stones, after battles.
- Pokémon holding Fire Stones: Some Pokémon may hold Fire Stones, requiring you to catch or use the move Thief.
- Trainer Hill: There are two Fire Stones hidden in the Ironworks, where one can be found by following the moving puzzle around the building, which will lead the player around to the stones.
Let’s dive deeper into each of these methods.
Unearthing Fire: Detailed Stone-Hunting Strategies
1. The Fiery Forge: Fuego Ironworks
Your first stop should undoubtedly be the Fuego Ironworks. Located on Route 205, you’ll need to use Surf to reach it. This location isn’t just a place to admire industrial-age Pokémon labor; it’s a guaranteed Fire Stone source!
- Navigating the Labyrinth: The Fuego Ironworks features a mini-puzzle involving moving platforms. Pay close attention to the pathways and switches. It’s not particularly difficult, but it does require some strategic thinking.
- Claiming Your Prize: Once you solve the puzzle, you’ll reach Fuego. He rewards your efforts with a Fire Stone. It’s a straightforward exchange, making this the most reliable early-game method.
2. Digging Deep: The Grand Underground
The Grand Underground is a treasure trove of items, including evolution stones. This expansive network of tunnels beneath Sinnoh offers a dynamic and rewarding hunting experience.
- Excavation is Key: Equip your Explorer Kit and delve into the Grand Underground. Look for glowing spots on the walls; these indicate dig sites.
- Luck of the Draw: Digging yields a variety of items, including shards, fossils, and, yes, evolution stones like the Fire Stone. It’s not guaranteed, but persistence pays off. Larger dig sites typically offer better rewards.
- Biomes and Probability: Different biomes within the Grand Underground might have slightly different item drop rates, but this is largely unconfirmed. Focus on exploring thoroughly regardless of biome.
3. The Pickup Game: Relying on Random Chance
The Pickup ability, possessed by certain Pokémon like Aipom and Teddiursa, offers a passive chance of finding items after battles.
- Level Matters: The higher the level of the Pokémon with Pickup, the better the items it can potentially find.
- Passive Income: While not a primary strategy, having a team member with Pickup can passively generate items, including rare finds like Fire Stones, as you progress through the game.
- Patience is Paramount: Don’t expect consistent Fire Stone drops. This method relies heavily on luck.
4. Thieving Tactics: Pokémon Hold Items
Some wild Pokémon might be holding Fire Stones. While rare, it’s worth considering.
- The Move Thief: Teach a Pokémon the move Thief. This move not only damages the opponent but also steals any held item.
- Compound Eyes: Pokémon with the ability Compound Eyes increase the chances of encountering a Pokémon holding an item. Combine this ability with Thief for optimal results.
- Which Pokémon?: The specific Pokémon that might hold Fire Stones are not definitively known, so this method is largely speculative.
5. Trainer Hill in the Ironworks
There are two Fire Stones hidden inside the Ironworks, where one can be found by following the moving puzzle around the building, which will lead the player around to the stones.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I buy a Fire Stone in Brilliant Diamond?
No, you cannot directly purchase Fire Stones from shops in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond. They must be found through exploration and other in-game methods.
2. What Pokémon evolve with a Fire Stone in Brilliant Diamond?
The Fire Stone is required to evolve the following Pokémon:
- Eevee into Flareon
- Vulpix into Ninetales
- Growlithe into Arcanine
3. Is the Fuego Ironworks the only guaranteed location for a Fire Stone?
Yes, the Fuego Ironworks is the only location that guarantees a Fire Stone upon completing the mini-puzzle.
4. How rare are Fire Stones in the Grand Underground?
Fire Stones are considered relatively rare finds in the Grand Underground. Expect to spend some time digging before you find one.
5. Does the time of day affect the chances of finding a Fire Stone in the Grand Underground?
There’s no concrete evidence to suggest that the time of day affects the item drop rates in the Grand Underground.
6. Does increasing the level of my Pokémon with Pickup increase the chance of finding a Fire Stone?
While the level of your Pokémon with Pickup influences the quality of items found, it doesn’t necessarily guarantee a higher chance of finding a Fire Stone specifically. It simply expands the pool of possible items.
7. Can I get more than one Fire Stone from Fuego in the Ironworks?
No, Fuego only gives you one Fire Stone upon completing the puzzle the first time.
8. Can I find other evolution stones in the Grand Underground besides Fire Stones?
Yes, the Grand Underground contains a variety of evolution stones, including Water Stones, Thunder Stones, Leaf Stones, and more.
9. Is there a limit to how many times I can dig in the Grand Underground?
No, there is no limit to the number of times you can dig in the Grand Underground. However, each dig site can only be excavated once before it disappears and eventually respawns later.
10. Do Fire Stones respawn in the Grand Underground?
Yes, dig sites in the Grand Underground respawn periodically, allowing you to potentially find multiple Fire Stones over time.
11. Are there any glitches or exploits to get Fire Stones more easily?
As with any game, glitches may exist, but using them can sometimes corrupt your save files and are generally frowned upon. The described methods are the intended and reliable ways to find Fire Stones.
12. Is it worth training a Pokémon with Pickup just to find Fire Stones?
Whether it’s worth the effort depends on your play style and patience. While Pickup is a passive method, it requires dedicated training. It might be more efficient to focus on the Fuego Ironworks and Grand Underground initially.
13. What other items are worth looking for in the Grand Underground?
Besides evolution stones, the Grand Underground is a great source of fossils (used to revive Pokémon), shards (used to trade for TMs), and rare plates that boost Arceus’s power (after transferring it from Legends: Arceus).
14. Does difficulty of the game affect chances of fire stone dropping?
No, the difficulty of the game does not directly affect the chances of Fire Stone dropping. The probabilities are the same, regardless of whether you are playing on an easier or harder difficulty setting.
15. Are Fire Stones only used for pokemon evolutions?
Yes, Fire Stones are primarily used for Pokémon evolution.
Evolving your Pokémon is an integral part of the Pokémon experience and for more educational insights into the world of games and learning, be sure to check out the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org. Happy hunting, and may your Fire Stone quests be successful!