From Cream Puff to Culinary Queen: Mastering Milcery Evolution

The key to evolving Milcery into its delectable evolution, Alcremie, hinges on a combination of Sweet treats and a dizzying dance. You need to give a Sweet item to Milcery and then spin the left analog stick on your Nintendo Switch until your character performs a twirl. The type of Sweet, the direction of the spin, and the time of day will all determine which of the many Alcremie forms you’ll obtain.

The Sweetest Path: A Step-by-Step Guide

Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the Milcery evolution process:

1. Catch Your Milcery: Milcery is found on Route 4 in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Look for exclamation marks in the tall grass, indicating a surprise encounter. It’s fairly common so you should encounter it with no problems.

2. Acquire a Sweet: This is crucial. You can obtain Sweets primarily from the Battle Cafes. There are three Battle Cafes located in Motostoke, Hammerlocke, and Wyndon. Challenge the cafe masters to battles daily for a chance to win a Sweet. The Sweets you can obtain include:

   • Strawberry Sweet
   • Berry Sweet
   • Love Sweet
   • Star Sweet
   • Clover Sweet
   • Flower Sweet
   • Ribbon Sweet

   During special in-game events, Star Sweets and Ribbon Sweets might become more readily available through Max Raid Battles, so keep an eye out for those opportunities.

3. Equip the Sweet: Give the Sweet you’ve acquired to your Milcery to hold.

4. The Secret Dance: Now for the fun part! This is where you influence the Alcremie form you get.

   • Spin the left analog stick until your character spins and then poses. The direction and duration of the spin, as well as the time of day, are all important!
   • To get a specific Alcremie, you need to know which direction to spin and the time of day.

5. Witness the Evolution: Once you’ve performed the spin and pose, Milcery will evolve into Alcremie. The type of Sweet held, the direction of the spin (clockwise or counterclockwise), and the time of day (day, night, or dusk) will dictate the specific Alcremie form you receive.

Deciphering the Alcremie Forms

Alcremie boasts an impressive array of forms, making it one of the most visually diverse Pokémon. Here’s a general overview:

• Flavor Base: This is determined by the Sweet held during evolution (Strawberry, Berry, Love, Star, Clover, Flower, Ribbon).

• Cream Color: This is influenced by the spinning direction and time of day. The combinations are:

  • Vanilla Cream: Spin clockwise during the day.
  • Ruby Cream: Spin counter-clockwise during the day.
  • Matcha Cream: Spin clockwise at night.
  • Mint Cream: Spin counter-clockwise at night.
  • Lemon Cream: Spin clockwise for a long time (several seconds) during the day.
  • Salted Cream: Spin counter-clockwise for a long time during the day.
  • Ruby Swirl: Spin clockwise for a long time at night.
  • Caramel Swirl: Spin counter-clockwise for a long time at night.
  • Rainbow Swirl: Spin for an extended duration, preferably at dusk (around 7:00 PM in-game).

Rainbow Swirl Alcremie is known to be the rarest as the timing requirements are more strict.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What happens if I don’t spin Milcery long enough?

If you don’t spin the left stick for the required duration, the evolution might not trigger, or you might get a different Alcremie form than intended. Aim for your character to spin on their own, and then keep spinning for a couple more seconds to be safe.

2. Can I get multiple Sweets from the Battle Cafes in one day?

You can challenge each of the three Battle Cafes once per day. Each battle gives you a chance to win a Sweet.

3. Does the time of year affect Milcery’s evolution?

No, the time of year does not impact Milcery’s evolution. Only the in-game time of day (day, night, or dusk) matters.

4. Is there a way to guarantee a specific Alcremie form?

While the process can feel a bit random, understanding the combinations of Sweet, spin direction, and time of day allows you to increase your chances of getting the desired Alcremie form. Experiment and keep track of your results!

5. Can I evolve Milcery in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?

No, Milcery and Alcremie are not available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. They were exclusive to Pokémon Sword and Shield.

6. Can I breed Alcremie to get more Milcery?

Yes! Since Milcery is always female, you’ll need to breed it with a compatible male Pokémon from the Fairy egg group or with a Ditto.

7. Is Milcery a rare Pokémon to find in the wild?

Milcery isn’t particularly rare. You can find it as a common encounter on Route 4.

8. Is it possible to evolve Milcery without trading?

Yes, the entire evolution process can be completed solo in Pokémon Sword and Shield.

9. Does the weather affect Milcery encounters?

The weather does not specifically affect Milcery encounters on Route 4.

10. What is the best Sweet to use for evolving Milcery?

There is no “best” Sweet. The “best” Sweet depends on which Alcremie form you’re trying to obtain. Each Sweet corresponds to a different flavor base.

11. Is there a Shiny Alcremie form?

Yes, like all Pokémon, Alcremie has a Shiny form. The Cream color is a darker shade of green.

12. Can I use the same Sweet to evolve multiple Milcery?

Yes, once you acquire a Sweet, you can use it to evolve multiple Milcery.

13. What level does Milcery need to be to evolve?

Milcery’s level does not matter for evolution. The evolution is triggered by holding a Sweet and spinning the left analog stick.

14. Why isn’t my Milcery evolving even though it’s holding a Sweet?

Ensure you are spinning the left analog stick long enough for your character to twirl and pose. If you’re still having trouble, try restarting your game.

15. Is Alcremie a good Pokémon for competitive battling?

Alcremie can be a niche pick in competitive battling, mostly due to its access to moves like Decorate and its ability Aroma Veil, which protects it and its allies from certain status conditions. While it’s not a top-tier threat, it can be a fun and surprising addition to your team. Furthermore, the benefits and joys of playing video games can also have a positive influence on learning and education. Learn more at GamesLearningSociety.org.

Evolving Milcery into Alcremie is a delightful and somewhat whimsical process. By understanding the nuances of the Sweets, spins, and time of day, you can collect all the Alcremie forms and become a true Pokémon pastry chef!