Can You Get a Second Solgaleo? Unraveling the Mysteries of the Sunne Pokémon
Yes, you absolutely can get a second Solgaleo, although the method depends heavily on the specific Pokémon game you’re playing. The pathways to obtaining multiple Solgaleo differ across various generations and titles.
Understanding Solgaleo Acquisition Across Games
The availability of a second Solgaleo hinges on whether you’re playing Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon, Sword, Shield, or Pokémon GO. Each game offers unique mechanics for encountering and capturing this legendary Pokémon. Let’s break down the possibilities:
Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon
In the Alola region games (Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon), your primary method for obtaining Solgaleo (or Lunala in Moon/Ultra Moon) involves encountering Cosmog, nicknamed Nebby. You’ll receive one Cosmog as part of the main storyline. The evolution path of Cosmog is crucial here:
- Cosmog evolves into Cosmoem at level 43.
- Cosmoem then evolves into either Solgaleo or Lunala at level 53, depending on the game version. In Sun and Ultra Sun, Cosmoem will evolve into Solgaleo. In Moon and Ultra Moon, it will evolve into Lunala.
To get a second Solgaleo in these games, you’ll need to trade. Someone with Pokémon Moon or Ultra Moon can evolve their Cosmog into Lunala and then trade it to you. This is the most straightforward method within the Alola games themselves. It’s also worth noting that when you take your Solgaleo/Lunala to the other world, it makes a Cosmog with the other world’s Lunala/Solgaleo. So, there are multiple Solgaleo & Lunala; they’re the males and females of the same species, and they reproduce together.
Pokémon Sword and Shield
Pokémon Sword and Shield players can acquire Solgaleo through the Crown Tundra DLC. Specifically, you’ll need to participate in Dynamax Adventures.
- Gain access to the Crown Tundra.
- Complete the initial quests to unlock Dynamax Adventures.
- Within Dynamax Adventures, you’ll battle through a series of Dynamax Pokémon, culminating in a legendary encounter. Solgaleo and Lunala are potential encounters.
- The availability of Solgaleo is random, so it may take several attempts to encounter and capture it.
Therefore, in Sword and Shield, acquiring multiple Solgaleo hinges on repeating Dynamax Adventures and hoping for favorable RNG (Random Number Generation). Trading remains another viable avenue, importing Solgaleo from other games where you’ve obtained extras.
Pokémon GO
In Pokémon GO, obtaining Solgaleo is tied to the Cosmog Special Research.
- Complete Special Research related to Cosmog, typically released during specific events.
- The game allows players to evolve their Cosmog into either Solgaleo or Lunala.
- Currently, Pokémon GO limits players to one Cosmoem, which dictates the evolution path of your first Cosmog. So, at the time of writing, players can only have one Cosmoem in Pokémon Go and this means you have to choose between Solgaleo and Lunala.
The possibility of obtaining a second Cosmog in Pokémon GO has existed during specific events. For instance, the Solstice Horizons event in June 2023 allowed players who purchased a ticket to obtain a second Cosmog. This second Cosmog could then be evolved into either Solgaleo or Lunala, allowing players to have both in their Pokémon GO collection. Keep an eye out for future events that might offer another Cosmog.
Trading: A Universal Solution
Regardless of the specific game, trading serves as a universal method for obtaining a second Solgaleo. If you have access to multiple games or know someone willing to trade, you can acquire additional Solgaleo even if the game you’re currently playing only offers one guaranteed encounter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions that delve deeper into the specifics of acquiring Solgaleo across different Pokémon games.
1. Can I get both Lunala and Solgaleo in Pokémon GO?
Yes, it’s possible, but it might require patience and event participation. Initially, players could only evolve one Cosmog into either Solgaleo or Lunala. However, limited-time events such as the Solstice Horizons event have offered opportunities to acquire a second Cosmog, allowing you to obtain both legendaries. Keep an eye on official Pokémon GO announcements for future opportunities.
2. Is Cosmog shiny locked in any of the games?
Yes, Cosmog is shiny locked in The Crown Tundra DLC of Pokémon Sword and Shield. This means that even if you encounter Cosmog in a Dynamax Adventure, it will never appear as a shiny Pokémon. Furthermore, Calyrex, his steeds, the birds, victini, keldeo, and poipole are also shiny locked.
3. How do I evolve Cosmog into Solgaleo?
The evolution process depends on the game. In Pokémon Sun and Ultra Sun, evolving Cosmoem (Cosmog’s evolution at level 43) at level 53 will result in Solgaleo. In Pokémon Moon and Ultra Moon, it will evolve into Lunala instead. In Pokémon GO, you’ll need 25 Cosmog Candy to evolve Cosmog into Cosmoem, and then a further amount (usually 100) and a specific time of day (daytime) to evolve Cosmoem into Solgaleo.
4. Can you catch Solgaleo in Pokémon Moon?
No, Solgaleo cannot be directly caught in Pokémon Moon. In Pokémon Moon, Cosmog evolves into Lunala. However, you can trade for a Solgaleo from someone who has Pokémon Sun or Ultra Sun. In Ultra Sun and Moon, Solgaleo can be captured after the Elite Four on Mahalo Trail outside of Iki Town on Melemele Island.
5. What are the best Pokémon to use against Solgaleo in Pokémon GO Raids?
The best Pokémon to counter Solgaleo in Pokémon GO are typically Ground, Fire, and Ghost-type Pokémon. Top choices include Primal Groudon, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Blaziken, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Gengar & Shadow Chandelure. Utilizing Pokémon with super-effective moves against Solgaleo’s Psychic/Steel typing will maximize your damage output.
6. How rare is Solgaleo?
Solgaleo is considered a legendary Pokémon, which inherently makes it rare. Its limited availability within specific game titles further contributes to its rarity. In trading card form, cards like Solgaleo GX – 75/236 – Ultra Rare, and Solgaleo GX – 89/149 – Ultra Rare are also highly sought after.
7. What level does Cosmog evolve?
Cosmog evolves into Cosmoem at level 43. Cosmoem then evolves into either Solgaleo or Lunala at level 53, depending on the game version.
8. Why is Cosmoem so heavy?
Cosmoem’s immense weight is attributed to its design being based on protostars and neutron stars. Neutron stars are incredibly dense, packing a massive amount of mass into a relatively small space. This explains why Cosmoem, despite its small size, weighs 999.9 kg (2204.4 lbs).
9. Can Cosmog breed and produce eggs?
No, Cosmog cannot breed. It belongs to the “Undiscovered” egg group, which includes most legendary and mythical Pokémon that are incapable of breeding.
10. Is Entei better than Solgaleo?
Generally, Solgaleo is considered superior to Entei in terms of overall stats and utility. Solgaleo boasts a higher base stat total, granting it an advantage in most combat situations.
11. Who is stronger, Rayquaza or Solgaleo?
Rayquaza is often considered stronger than Solgaleo. Rayquaza, particularly its Mega Evolved form, possesses immense power and versatility, making it a formidable opponent.
12. How do Dynamax Adventures work for finding Solgaleo?
In Dynamax Adventures, you team up with other players (or AI-controlled trainers) to battle through a series of Dynamax Pokémon. At the end of the adventure, you have the chance to encounter a legendary Pokémon, with Solgaleo being one possibility. The legendary encounter is random, and you can only choose one Pokémon to keep from the entire adventure. Therefore, finding Solgaleo often requires multiple attempts.
13. What is the significance of Cosmog’s nickname “Nebby”?
In Pokémon Sun and Moon, Cosmog is nicknamed “Nebby” by Lillie, a prominent character in the game. Nebby plays a crucial role in the storyline and is deeply connected to the legendary Pokémon Solgaleo and Lunala.
14. What should I evolve Cosmoem into in Pokémon Sword?
In Pokémon Sword, Cosmoem will always evolve into Solgaleo. This is consistent with the games where Solgaleo is the primary legendary, such as Pokémon Sun and Ultra Sun.
15. How does the GamesLearningSociety.org connect with these games?
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