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Do Eggs Hatch While Riding Miraidon? A Pokémon Trainer’s Guide to Speedy Hatching

Yes, eggs do hatch while riding Koraidon or Miraidon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! In fact, it’s arguably the best way to get those little bundles of joy to emerge from their shells quickly. These legendary Pokémon offer a significant speed boost compared to simply walking, drastically reducing the time it takes to fulfill the necessary steps. It’s a game-changer for breeding enthusiasts and shiny hunters alike. Get ready to discover the ins and outs of efficient egg hatching in the Paldea region with your trusty Legendary steed!

Mastering Egg Hatching with Koraidon and Miraidon

The core mechanic of egg hatching in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, like in many Pokémon games, revolves around taking steps with the egg in your party. Each egg has a hidden “Egg Cycle” stat, which determines how many steps are needed to hatch. This can range from a few thousand steps for common Pokémon to nearly 9,000 for others. Thankfully, you don’t actually have to count each step. The game handles all the math for you.

The Koraidon/Miraidon Advantage

Here’s where Koraidon (in Scarlet) and Miraidon (in Violet) come in. Once you obtain the ability to boost by pressing down on the left stick (acquired after obtaining your first Herba Mystica from Arven’s quest), these Legendaries become blazing-fast transportation options. This boost effectively speeds up the rate at which the game registers steps, drastically reducing the time it takes to hatch those eggs. Forget about endless circles on foot; Koraidon and Miraidon make hatching a breeze.

Optimizing Your Hatching Strategy

Simply riding around isn’t always the most efficient approach. Consider these tips for maximum hatching speed:

Ideal Location: Find a long, straight path with minimal obstacles. The vast open areas of the Paldea region are perfect for this. The area outside of Mesagoza is especially good.
Party Composition: Keep a Pokémon with the Flame Body or Steam Engine ability in your party (Magby, Fletchinder, and Rolycoly are all good options for this). This ability halves the number of steps required to hatch eggs. It does not stack if you have multiple Pokemon with this ability.
Egg Prioritization: Fill your party with five eggs. This maximizes the number of eggs hatching simultaneously, turning each loop into a multi-hatching opportunity. Keep the Pokemon with the hatching ability in the first slot of your party.
Mindful Boost: While boosting is faster, be aware of terrain. Bumping into walls or obstacles will slow you down. Focus on smooth, consistent movement.

The Picnic Method: Pre-Hatching Preparation

Before you start zooming around on Koraidon or Miraidon, the picnic method is essential for acquiring eggs.

Breeding Pokémon: Place two compatible Pokémon (or one Pokémon and a Ditto) into your party.
Picnic Time: Set up a picnic anywhere in the Paldea region.
Wait and Check: After a short period (usually a minute or two), check the picnic basket. There’s a chance an egg will be waiting for you.
Repeat: Dismantle and reset your picnic to continue checking for eggs. You may need to make a sandwich that helps with egg power, like a Peanut Butter sandwich.

It’s important to note that eggs are not guaranteed to appear every time. The process relies on chance. Patience and persistence are key!

Hatching Speed vs. Gameplay

A very important thing to know is that going too fast will cause the distance to not register. When riding Koraidon/Miraidon, it’s important to make sure you are not going too fast, otherwise all your egg hatching efforts will be wasted!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Egg Hatching

Can eggs hatch while walking? Yes! While riding Koraidon or Miraidon is faster, eggs hatch by taking steps, regardless of how you take those steps.
Does Flame Body or Steam Engine stack? No, only one Pokémon with Flame Body or Steam Engine is needed in your party to halve the egg hatching time. Adding more will not further reduce the required steps.
What are the best Pokémon with Flame Body or Steam Engine to use? Magby (Flame Body), Fletchinder (Flame Body) and Rolycoly (Steam Engine) are relatively easy to obtain early in the game and make excellent choices.
How many steps does it really take to hatch an egg? The number varies by Pokémon. Some eggs require only a few thousand steps, while others can take close to 9,000. The Flame Body/Steam Engine ability will halve these numbers.
Does biking in Pokémon GO translate to steps in Scarlet and Violet? No. These are separate games with different mechanics. Pokémon GO relies on GPS and speed tracking, while Scarlet and Violet count in-game steps.
Can I hatch eggs while driving in Scarlet and Violet? No. The game requires your character to move in-game for the hatching process to progress. Real-world movement is irrelevant.
Does the type of terrain affect hatching speed? No. The game simply counts steps. However, smoother terrain allows for more consistent and faster movement with Koraidon/Miraidon.
Is there a visual indicator of egg hatching progress? Not directly. However, you’ll receive a notification when an egg is ready to hatch, and the egg’s status will change in your party menu.
How does the Masuda method affect egg hatching? The Masuda method increases the shiny chance of eggs, but it doesn’t impact the speed at which they hatch.
Do sandwiches affect egg hatching speed? No, they only effect the chance of getting an egg while you are having a picnic.
Can I breed Legendary Pokémon to get eggs? Most Legendary Pokémon cannot breed, with a few exceptions. Manaphy can breed with Ditto.
Does gliding count towards egg steps? Yes! Depending on the Pokemon in the egg, the distance you need to travel to hatch it changes.
Do I need to keep the game open to hatch eggs? Yes, your character needs to be moving to get progress on hatching your eggs.
Does a shiny sandwich help with eggs? No, shiny sandwiches will not help with getting shiny eggs.
Are egg hatched Pokemon stronger? No, egg hatched Pokemon are not any stronger or weaker. Pokemon of the same type have very similar growth stats, no matter how they are obtained.

By understanding the game’s mechanics and utilizing Koraidon or Miraidon effectively, you’ll become a master breeder in no time. Happy hatching! You can delve deeper into the world of games and learning at the Games Learning Society: GamesLearningSociety.org.

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