Do you have to beat Volo to get Thundurus?
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To answer the question directly, defeating Volo is a requirement to unlock the ability to encounter Thundurus, as it is part of the storyline that allows players to progress and eventually find this Legendary Pokémon. After defeating Volo in the Temple of Sinnoh and returning to Galaxy HQ, players can begin their hunt for Thundurus, which can be found in the Cobalt Coastlands during a thunderstorm.
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What is Thundurus?
Thundurus is a Flying/Electric-type Legendary Pokémon that can be encountered in the Cobalt Coastlands area of the game, but only during a thunderstorm.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you get Thundurus in Pokémon Arceus? Thundurus can be found in the Cobalt Coastlands next to the large horns in the middle of the sea, but it will only appear during heavy rain or a thunderstorm.
- Can you get Arceus before Volo? No, to find Arceus, you must first finish the main story and the post-game story as well, which includes defeating Volo.
- Does Volo betray you? Yes, Volo reveals his true intentions to the player at the Temple of Sinnoh, having manipulated the player to gather all the plates for his own purposes.
- How to Get Enamorus & Other 3 Forces of Nature in Pokémon Legends Arceus? To get Enamorus and other Forces of Nature, players must follow the game’s storyline and complete specific tasks, which may involve defeating Volo and progressing through the story.
- Does Thundurus Respawn in Arceus? Yes, Thundurus and other Legendary Pokémon will respawn if you head back to Jubilife and then back to the area where they were first encountered, given the required weather conditions are met.
- How rare is Thundurus in Pokémon? Thundurus is considered Ultra Rare in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, specifically from the Emerging Powers set.
- How am I supposed to catch Thundurus? To catch Thundurus, it’s recommended to use Quick Balls when it’s on low health and preferably asleep, or to use a strategy involving a Gengar with Hypnosis and Mean Look.
- What happens if you lose to Volo? If you lose to Volo, you will have to fight him again from the beginning, and then face both forms of Giratina without a break in between to heal.
- Is Volo related to Cynthia? There’s a theory among fans that Volo is the ancestor of Cynthia from Diamond and Pearl, based on their appearance and team compositions.
- Who does Volo send out first? Volo always starts with Spiritomb, so players should ensure their lead Pokémon has a strong Fairy-type move to take it out effectively.
- Why is Tornadus not appearing? Tornadus can only be encountered during a blizzard, which happens randomly, and the weather icon must show a snowflake with wind for it to spawn.
- What Pokémon is 234 in Legends Arceus? The Pokémon numbered 234 in Legends Arceus is Enamorus, which can be caught following specific steps and requirements outlined in the game.
- Is Thundurus better than Zapdos? The comparison between Thundurus and Zapdos depends on their stats and the moves they know, with Zapdos having more bulk and Thundurus having more offense and speed.
- Will Thundurus come back 2023? Thundurus was available in 5-Star Raids from March 21st, 2023, to March 28th, 2023, allowing players to catch it during that time frame.
- What happens if I faint a Legendary Pokémon? If a Legendary Pokémon faints, it will respawn after players return to Jubilife Village, or in some cases, the battle will automatically restart as part of certain missions or requests.