How to Evolve Pikachu in SoulSilver

To evolve Pikachu in SoulSilver, you need to use a Thunder Stone on it, which can be found randomly by picking up items off the ground, and once used, Pikachu will evolve into Raichu. The evolution process is straightforward and does not require Pikachu to reach a specific level, but it’s generally recommended to evolve it at around level 32, as Raichu does not learn any new moves through leveling up.

Understanding Pikachu Evolution

Pikachu is an Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I and is known for its adorable appearance and powerful electric attacks.

Pikachu’s Evolution Line

Pikachu evolves from Pichu when leveled up with high friendship and evolves into Raichu when exposed to a Thunder Stone.

FAQs

1. What is the evolution stone required to evolve Pikachu? The evolution stone required to evolve Pikachu is the Thunder Stone, which is engraved with a thunderbolt.
2. Can Pikachu evolve without a Thunder Stone? No, Pikachu cannot evolve without a Thunder Stone.
3. At what level should I evolve Pikachu in SoulSilver? It’s best to evolve Pikachu at around level 32, as by then it will have learned all its leveling moves, and Raichu doesn’t learn any moves through leveling.
4. Is Raichu better than Pikachu? When looking at Raichu’s superior stats in almost every circumstance and Alolan Raichu’s secondary typing and usefulness in Electric Terrain, it would be reasonable to say that Raichu reigns supreme.
5. Why didn’t my Pikachu evolve? The official canonical reason why Pikachu never evolved is simple: Ash’s first Pokémon has not wanted to evolve.
6. Can Pikachu evolve naturally? No, Pikachu can only evolve with a Thunder Stone.
7. How do I get a Pikachu in SoulSilver? Pikachu can be found in Viridian Forest in-game and on the Resort, Yellow Forest, Rally, and Sightseeing routes on the Poke-Walker.
8. What are the three evolutions of Pikachu? Pikachu (Japanese: ピカチュウ Pikachu) is an Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. It evolves from Pichu when leveled up with high friendship and evolves into Raichu when exposed to a Thunder Stone.
9. Can the 7-star Pikachu evolve? Yes, the 7-star Pikachu can evolve into Raichu with a Thunder Stone.
10. Why didn’t Ash turn Pikachu into Raichu? Ash was given the opportunity to use a Thunder Stone to make Pikachu evolve into Raichu in the episode Electric Shock Showdown. Pikachu chose not to evolve in order to demonstrate that you don’t have to become something else in order to overcome obstacles.
11. Is it worth evolving Pikachu? Yes, it’s a definite yes, unless you can get a good Hidden Power or Surf, otherwise, anything that resists Electric will wall you.
12. Who is stronger, Raichu or Charizard? A level 30 Raichu with 1870 CP is defeated by a level 40 Charizard with 30958 CP in this battle simulation.
13. Why use Pikachu over Raichu? Pikachu’s powerful items may give it the edge over Raichu, as it can use the Eviolite item, which multiplies its defensive stats by 1.5.
14. Which Pikachu is the strongest? Ash’s Pikachu has always been powerful, and even Professor Oak mentioned there was a “problem” with Pikachu before he gave it to Ash.
15. Can I get Arceus in SoulSilver? You can’t get Arceus in any legitimate way in HeartGold or SoulSilver, but there was an event that took place in Platinum, where an Arceus with the original trainer TRU could be obtained; however, that event is over.