Can Paradox Pokémon Lay Eggs?
Paradox Pokémon are special and unique creatures in the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet games, and when it comes to breeding, they have their own set of rules, with the answer to the question being no, Paradox Pokémon cannot lay eggs. The inability of Paradox Pokémon to breed or lay eggs is due to their legendary or ancient/future nature, which sets them apart from other Pokémon in the games.
Understanding Paradox Pokémon
What are Paradox Pokémon?
To delve deeper into the world of Paradox Pokémon, it’s essential to understand what they are: special past or future Pokémon that appear within the Great Crater of Paldea, also known as Area Zero.
FAQs About Paradox Pokémon and Breeding
Q1: Can You Breed Paradox Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet?
No, it is not possible to breed Paradox Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Q2: Why Can’t Paradox Pokémon Breed?
Paradox Pokémon cannot breed because they are either legendary or come from the past or future, which makes them ineligible for breeding.
Q3: What Pokémon Can’t Breed in Violet?
Pokémon with no gender, like Rotom and Magnemite, or are only male, like Tauros and Braviary, can only breed with Ditto, while Paradox Pokémon and Legendary Pokémon can’t breed at all.
Q4: Are Paradox Pokémon as Strong as Legendaries?
Apart from the ridable Koraidon and Miraidon, the Paradox Pokémon are generally just below the Legendaries in terms of power, with some able to eclipse some pseudo-Legendaries when it comes to performance.
Q5: Can Paradox Pokémon Have 6 IVs?
Yes, Paradox Pokémon roll their IVs just like any other random wild encounter, so there’s a 1/32 chance for each of their 6 IVs to be 31.
Q6: Will Paradox Pokémon Be Breedable in the Future?
Unfortunately, it is not possible to breed Paradox Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, and there’s no official word on whether this will change in the future.
Q7: What’s the Strongest Paradox Pokémon?
The strongest Paradox Pokémon include Miraidon, Koraidon, Walking Wake, Roaring Moon, and Iron Valiant, among others, with their strength varying based on their stats and moves.
Q8: Can You Breed a Mew?
No, you can’t breed a Mew because Mew is in the Undiscovered Egg Group, and Undiscovered Pokémon cannot breed, even with Ditto.
Q9: Can Ditto Breed with Ditto?
No, Ditto cannot breed with other Ditto, as members of the Ditto Egg Group cannot breed with each other.
Q10: Is Gimmighoul Breedable?
No, Gimmighoul is genderless and therefore can’t breed, making it unlikely to accidentally breed one.
Q11: Are Paradox Pokémon Illegal in Competitive Battles?
Initially, Paradox Pokémon were banned from the VGC, but this restriction has been lifted for Series 2, allowing players to use their Paradox Pokémon in Ranked Battles.
Q12: Can Paradox Pokémon Be Shiny?
Yes, certain shiny Paradox Pokémon are among the hardest shinies to hunt, but they are definitely worth the effort and Sparkling Power sandwiches.
Q13: Are Any Paradox Pokémon Exclusive?
Yes, some Paradox Pokémon, like Great Tusk and Iron Treads, are exclusive to either Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet.
Q14: What is the Fastest Paradox Pokémon?
Iron Bundle is the fastest Paradox Pokémon, beating Flutter Mane, which is the second-fastest Paradox Pokémon, with a Speed stat of 135.
Q15: Are Paradox Pokémon Real or Fake in the Pokémon Universe?
The origin of Paradox Pokémon is uncertain, with theories suggesting they may come from human imagination or be real creatures from the past or future, with the professors in Area Zero potentially misunderstanding their nature.