Does an Everstone work on Kadabra?
The Everstone does not work on Kadabra as it still evolves into Alakazam when traded, even if it is holding the Everstone. This is an exception to the Everstone’s usual function of preventing evolution through trade, and it has been this way since Generation IV.
Understanding Kadabra’s Evolution
Kadabra’s evolution into Alakazam is unique in that it requires a trade, and the Everstone, which typically prevents evolution, does not affect this process. This has been the case since Generation IV, indicating a specific design choice by the game developers to exempt Kadabra’s evolution from the effects of the Everstone.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can Kadabra evolve with an Everstone?
Kadabra can evolve into Alakazam even if it is holding an Everstone, as the Everstone does not prevent evolution through trade for Kadabra.
2. How do I stop Kadabra from evolving?
There is no direct way to stop Kadabra from evolving when it is traded, as the Everstone does not prevent its evolution into Alakazam.
3. Is there another way to evolve Kadabra?
No, the only way to evolve Kadabra into Alakazam is through trading it with another player.
4. How do you evolve Kadabra in Pokémon Emerald?
To evolve Kadabra in Pokémon Emerald, you need to trade it with another player, as there is no other method for its evolution.
5. Can Kadabra evolve without trading?
No, Kadabra cannot evolve into Alakazam without being traded, making trade the sole method for its evolution.
6. What is the purpose of an Everstone?
The primary purpose of an Everstone is to prevent a Pokémon from evolving, but it does not work in the case of Kadabra’s evolution into Alakazam.
7. Why does Kadabra still evolve with an Everstone?
The reason Kadabra evolves despite holding an Everstone is unknown, but it is likely an intentional design choice by the game developers.
8. Can I get Alakazam without trading?
In most Pokémon games, it is not possible to get Alakazam without trading a Kadabra, with Pokémon GO being a potential exception.
9. Is Alakazam rare?
Alakazam can be considered rare in certain contexts, such as in specific Pokémon card sets, but its rarity can vary.
10. Why was Kadabra removed?
Kadabra was removed from the Pokémon Trading Card Game and anime due to a lawsuit by Uri Geller, who claimed it was based on him, but the issue was later resolved.
11. What happens if you press B while a Pokémon is evolving?
Pressing the B button during a Pokémon’s evolution will delay the evolution process until the next time the Pokémon levels up, unless it is holding an Everstone, in which case the evolution is prevented for most Pokémon, except Kadabra.
12. Can you evolve Kadabra too early?
There is no disadvantage to evolving Kadabra into Alakazam as soon as possible, as it does not miss out on learning any significant moves by evolving early.
13. What is the hidden ability of Abra?
Abra has the ability to teleport while it sleeps, with the distance of teleportation increasing with the depth of its sleep.
14. Why use an Everstone?
The Everstone is useful not only for preventing evolution but also for breeding, as it allows the parent Pokémon to pass down its nature to its offspring with a 50% chance.
15. Does Everstone guarantee ability?
No, the Everstone does not guarantee the passing down of an ability; it only affects the passing down of a Pokémon’s nature during breeding.