How to Obtain Sylveon: A Comprehensive Guide to Eevee’s Fairy Evolution

So, you’re yearning to add the enchanting Fairy-type Sylveon to your team, eh? Fear not, aspiring trainer! Obtaining this elegant Eeveelution requires a bit more finesse than simply tossing some candies at an Eevee and hoping for the best. The method depends largely on the specific game you’re playing, as there are variations across the Pokémon universe. In Pokémon GO, you have a choice between using the name trick or the buddy system. In core series games like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, friendship and knowing a Fairy-type move are key. Let’s delve into the specifics of each method, ensuring you’re well-equipped to add Sylveon to your roster.

Pokémon GO: The Name Trick and the Buddy System

The One-Time Wonder: The Name Trick

The quickest, albeit one-time-use, method is the name trick. Simply rename your Eevee to “Kira” and then evolve it. If you haven’t used this trick before, the silhouette on the evolve button should display Sylveon. This method only works once per account. So choose wisely! After using this name, you’ll need to utilize the friendship method.

Building Bonds: The Buddy System

Once the name trick is exhausted, you’ll need to befriend your Eevee. Make the Eevee you want to evolve into Sylveon your buddy, and earn 70 hearts with it. You can earn hearts by:

• Feeding it berries: Berries keep your buddy on the map and earning hearts with you.
• Walking with it: Explore the world together!
• Playing with it: Tap on your buddy to enter play mode and pet them.
• Battling with Eevee: Use your Eevee in battles, raids, and gym battles.
• Taking snapshots: Capture memories of your buddy on your adventures.

Since you can earn roughly 12 hearts a day, this method will take approximately six days to complete. Before evolving, be sure the silhouette on the evolve button displays Sylveon to avoid accidentally getting a different Eeveelution.

Core Series Games: Friendship and Fairy Moves

The Friendship Factor

In core series games like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon Sword and Shield, and older titles, evolving Eevee into Sylveon depends on its friendship level and knowledge of a Fairy-type move.

1. Increase Friendship: Maximize Eevee’s friendship level. You can achieve this by:

   • Keeping Eevee in your party: Simply having Eevee in your party increases its friendship over time as you travel.
   • Battling with Eevee: Winning battles with Eevee in your party will significantly raise its friendship.
   • Using items on Eevee: Using items like potions and vitamins on Eevee increases its friendship.
   • Avoid fainting: Letting Eevee faint will decrease its friendship, so be mindful in battles.
   • Give Eevee a Soothe Bell: The Soothe Bell increases the rate at which your Pokémon gains friendship. This is a crucial item to obtain for faster results.

2. Teach a Fairy-type Move: Eevee must know a Fairy-type move to evolve into Sylveon. Luckily, Eevee often learns Baby-Doll Eyes naturally through leveling up. If not, use a TM or move reminder to teach Eevee a Fairy move if it has forgotten one.

3. Level Up: Once Eevee has high friendship and knows a Fairy-type move, level it up (through battle, using a Rare Candy, etc.). It will then evolve into Sylveon.

Troubleshooting and Tips

Ensuring Success

• Verify Friendship: In core series games, use the friendship checker (usually an NPC in a Pokémon Center or town) to verify Eevee’s friendship is at the highest level. The dialogue will indicate that Eevee is incredibly friendly towards you.
• Double-Check Move Set: Ensure Eevee actually knows a Fairy-type move. Simply having access to one via TM isn’t enough; it must be in its current move set.
• Time of Day (Core Series): Unlike some of Eevee’s other evolutions (Espeon and Umbreon), the time of day does not matter when evolving Eevee into Sylveon. However, make sure you are not trying to level up Eevee at the wrong time of day if you are trying for Espeon or Umbreon.
• Internet Connection (Pokémon GO): A stable internet connection is essential for reliable evolution in Pokémon GO. Avoid attempting to evolve Eevee in areas with poor signal strength.

By following these detailed instructions, you’ll be well on your way to adding the graceful Sylveon to your team! Good luck, trainer!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use the “Kira” name trick more than once?

No, the “Kira” name trick in Pokémon GO is a one-time use per account. After using it once, you’ll need to rely on the buddy system method to obtain more Sylveon.

2. How do I check Eevee’s friendship level in core series games?

In most core series games, you can check Eevee’s friendship level by talking to a specific NPC, often found in a Pokémon Center or a particular town. This NPC is usually called the Friendship Checker. In Pokémon Sword and Shield, you can find the Friendship Checker in Hammerlocke.

3. What Fairy-type moves can Eevee learn?

Eevee typically learns Baby-Doll Eyes naturally through leveling up. However, it may learn other Fairy-type moves via TMs or the move reminder, depending on the specific game.

4. Does the time of day matter when evolving Eevee into Sylveon?

No, the time of day does not affect Sylveon’s evolution. As long as Eevee has high friendship and knows a Fairy-type move in core series games, it will evolve into Sylveon regardless of whether it’s day or night.

5. What happens if Eevee knows a Fairy-type move but doesn’t have high enough friendship?

In core series games, if Eevee knows a Fairy-type move but lacks the required friendship level, it will not evolve into Sylveon upon leveling up. Ensure friendship is maxed out first.

6. How many hearts do I need with Eevee to evolve it into Sylveon in Pokémon GO?

You need a minimum of 70 hearts with your Eevee buddy in Pokémon GO to trigger the evolution into Sylveon, after setting it as your buddy.

7. Can I evolve Eevee into Sylveon without using any tricks?

In Pokémon GO, after using the name trick, you must rely on the buddy system, which is not technically a “trick.” In core series games, high friendship and a Fairy-type move are the standard methods without shortcuts.

8. Is it possible to evolve Eevee into Sylveon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?

Yes, it is possible to evolve Eevee into Sylveon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet by increasing Eevee’s friendship to a high level and ensuring it knows a Fairy-type move. Then level it up.

9. What’s the best way to increase friendship quickly?

The best ways to increase friendship rapidly include keeping Eevee in your party, battling with it, using items on it (vitamins), giving it a Soothe Bell, and avoiding letting it faint.

10. What if I accidentally evolve Eevee into something else?

In Pokémon GO, if you accidentally evolve Eevee into a different Eeveelution due to a glitch or mistake, there’s typically no way to reverse the evolution. In core series games, you can always catch another Eevee and try again.

11. How do I get a Soothe Bell?

The location of the Soothe Bell varies by game. Usually, it is obtained by talking to a certain NPC. Check online guides for the specific location in the game you are playing.

12. Why is Sylveon considered one of the hardest Eeveelutions to obtain?

Sylveon’s evolution requirements, particularly the high friendship level and Fairy-type move combination in core series games, make it slightly more involved than some other Eeveelutions that rely solely on items or time of day.

13. Are there any glitches that affect Sylveon’s evolution?

While glitches can exist in any game, they are typically rare and game-specific. Keep your game updated to the latest version to minimize the risk of encountering glitches.

14. Can Eevee evolve into Sylveon in Pokémon Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee!?

No, Sylveon is not available in Pokémon Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee!. These games only include the original 151 Pokémon and their evolutions from the Kanto region, as well as the Alolan forms.

15. What are some resources for learning more about Pokémon evolution and game mechanics?

Excellent resources for learning more about Pokémon evolution and game mechanics include:

• Bulbapedia: A comprehensive Pokémon encyclopedia.
• Serebii.net: Another detailed Pokémon resource with information on games, anime, and more.
• GameFAQs: A community-driven site with guides and forums for various games.
• Games Learning Society: Offers insights into the educational aspects of gaming and learning within game environments. GamesLearningSociety.org is a great place to explore the intersection of games and pedagogy.

Happy evolving, and may your Sylveon bring you victory and grace in all your Pokémon adventures!