Can I still get Keldeo?
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To answer this question directly, yes, you can still obtain Keldeo, but the availability and methods of obtaining this Mythic Pokémon vary depending on the game and platform you are playing on, such as Pokémon GO or Pokémon Sword and Shield. The process may involve purchasing a Special Investigation ticket, completing specific research tasks, or fulfilling certain conditions within the game, such as catching all three Swords of Justice Pokémon.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Obtaining Keldeo
- How do I get Keldeo in 2023? You can get Keldeo by purchasing the Something Extraordinary Ticket from the in-game shop in Pokémon GO, which grants access to a Special Research story that leads to an encounter with Keldeo in its Ordinary Form.
- Can you still get Keldeo in Sword and Shield? Yes, Keldeo can still be obtained in Pokémon Sword and Shield, but you must first catch all three Swords of Justice Pokémon: Cobalion, Virizion, and Terrakion.
- Can I get Keldeo without a ticket? No, in Pokémon GO, Keldeo is only available to those who buy a specific ticket, such as the Something Extraordinary Ticket, which costs $7.99 or your local equivalent.
Keldeo Spawn and Shiny Forms
- Why isn’t Keldeo spawning? Keldeo will only spawn when you are close enough to the specific location, so ensure you are at the right spot and try again.
- Is shiny Keldeo illegal? All Keldeo released via events are not shiny, and the catchable Keldeo in the Isle of Armor is shinylocked, making it impossible to get a shiny Keldeo through legitimate means, though hacking can provide one.
Rarity and Forms of Keldeo
- Is Keldeo a rare card? Yes, Keldeo is considered an Ultra Rare card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game.
- How rare is Keldeo? Keldeo EX is an Ultra Rare card, numbered 49/149, making it highly sought after by collectors.
- How many legendary Pokémon can you get in Pokémon Sword without DLC? There are four Legendary Pokémon in Pokémon Sword and Shield, with two being version exclusives (Zacian and Zamazenta) and Eternatus available in both versions.
Keldeo Forms and Zarude Distribution
- Is there only one Keldeo? No, Keldeo has two forms: the Ordinary Form and the Resolute Form, with the Resolute Form requiring Keldeo to know the move Secret Sword.
- How do I get Zarude? Zarude was distributed via a code sent to Pokémon Club Newsletter subscribers and could be captured in Pokémon GO during the Secrets of the Jungle “Search for Zarude” event.
Changing Keldeo’s Form and Rare Pokémon
- How do I change my Keldeo form? To change Keldeo to its Resolute Form, it must know the move Secret Sword, which can be achieved through specific tutoring.
- What is the rarest Pokémon to get in-game? Among the rarest Pokémon to obtain are Zarude, Hoopa, and Keldeo, all of which require completing special research quests or events that are only available for a limited time.
Rare Pokémon Cards and Keldeo Spawn
- What is the rarest Pokémon you can get? The rarest Pokémon include Mewtwo, Kabutops, Omastar, Alakazam, Dragonite, Aerodactyl, Kangaskhan, and Lapras, with Mewtwo being particularly hard to obtain.
- Is there a way to respawn Keldeo? Yes, you can respawn Keldeo by approaching the pot where it spawns, opening the Pokémon Camp, cooking a curry, and then breaking camp.
Pokémon Banning and Mythical Pokémon
- Can you get banned for using Pokeflash? Using services like Pokeflash that work within the game’s standard rules and do not insert Pokémon moves they can’t learn or leave Pokémon that can’t be shiny does not carry the risk of being banned, according to their claims.