How to Get Pokémon in Pixelmon by Command
The quickest way to obtain Pokémon in Pixelmon using commands is through the /pokegive command and the /pokespawn command. The /pokegive command allows you to directly place a specified Pokémon into a player’s party or PC. The /pokespawn command instantly spawns a Pokémon into the game world, allowing players to interact with it and, if they wish, catch it. These commands are especially useful for server administrators or players using single-player with cheats enabled.
Utilizing the /pokegive Command
The /pokegive command is incredibly versatile for directly giving Pokémon to players. Here’s a breakdown of how to use it:
Basic Syntax
The command structure is as follows:
/pokegive
: This is the username of the player who will receive the Pokémon. : This specifies either the exact name of the Pokémon you want to give or the word “random” for a random Pokémon. - [arguments]: These are optional arguments to further customize the Pokémon, like its level, nature, or if it’s shiny.
Examples
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Giving a specific Pokémon to a player: To give a Pikachu to a player named “TrainerJoe,” you would use the command:
/pokegive TrainerJoe Pikachu
This command will place a Pikachu directly into TrainerJoe’s party, or their PC if their party is full. -
Giving a random Pokémon to a player: To give a random Pokémon to a player named “PokeMasterSam,” use the command:
/pokegive PokeMasterSam random
This will place a random Pokémon into PokeMasterSam’s party, or their PC if their party is full. -
Adding additional arguments: You can further customize the Pokemon with arguments such as level. To give a level 50 Charmander to TrainerJoe, you would use the command:
/pokegive TrainerJoe Charmander level:50
Key Considerations for /pokegive
- The command will place the Pokémon into the player’s party first. If the party is full, it will be sent to the player’s PC.
- The command requires server operator or cheat permissions to be used.
Utilizing the /pokespawn Command
The /pokespawn command is another way to get Pokémon by command, by spawning it in the world. This allows players to catch it normally.
Basic Syntax
The command structure is as follows:
/pokespawn
: This is the name of the Pokémon you want to spawn in the world. - [arguments]: These are optional arguments to further customize the Pokémon, like making it shiny, setting its level or nature.
Examples
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Spawning a specific Pokémon: To spawn a Charizard into the game world, you would use the command:
/pokespawn Charizard -
Spawning a shiny Pokémon: To spawn a shiny Pikachu, you would use the command:
/pokespawn Pikachu s or /pokespawn Pikachu shiny
Note that both “s” and “shiny” are valid arguments to spawn a shiny Pokémon -
Spawning a Pokémon with other arguments: You can combine different arguments such as level and nature. For instance, to spawn a level 30 Jolly nature Eevee, you would use:
/pokespawn Eevee level:30 nature:Jolly
Key Considerations for /pokespawn
- The Pokémon will spawn in the immediate vicinity of the player who issued the command.
- The spawned Pokémon is catchable as you normally would through battling and using Poke Balls.
- The command requires server operator or cheat permissions to be used.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I get a Shiny Pokémon using commands?
Yes, you can! Using the /pokespawn command, adding the “s” or “shiny” argument after the Pokémon’s name will spawn a Shiny Pokémon. For example, /pokespawn Pikachu s spawns a shiny Pikachu. You can also make a shiny Pokemon using the /pokegive command, which requires a “shiny” argument, for instance /pokegive TrainerJoe Pikachu shiny.
Q2: How do I summon my Pokémon in Pixelmon?
Once you have a Pokémon in your party, you can send it out or retrieve it using the R key by default.
Q3: How do I change the selected Pokémon?
You can change the selected Pokémon in your party using the Up and Down arrow keys, or the [ and ] keys, depending on your keyboard layout.
Q4: What is the command to start the game in Pixelmon?
The starter command in Pixelmon is /starter [player]. Using the command without a player name will open the starter Pokémon selection for the player who used the command. Using a player’s name will open the starter selection for the specified player. This only works if that player has not chosen a starter Pokemon already.
Q5: How do I catch wild Pokémon?
To catch wild Pokémon, you will need to engage them in battle. Weaken the opposing Pokémon, using moves that will not knock them out. Then, throw a Poké Ball to capture them. The weaker the wild Pokémon, the easier it is to catch it.
Q6: Can I ride Pokémon in Pixelmon?
Yes, you can ride Pokémon. To ride a Pokémon, it must be in your party, mountable, and sent out. Interact with the sent-out Pokémon to ride it. To dismount, either sneak or return the Pokémon to its Poké Ball. Wild Pokémon cannot be ridden unless they are captured.
Q7: Can you play Pixelmon by yourself?
Yes, you can play Pixelmon in single-player mode. Simply start a new game in Minecraft and select the world that has the Pixelmon Mod enabled, which will be one of your worlds.
Q8: How do I change the colour of my Pokémon’s name?
You can change the name color of your Pokémon using the /pokecolor command. For instance, /pokecolor red will change the name to red. Note that colors available may be limited.
Q9: How can I increase the chances of finding Shiny Pokémon?
You can increase the rate at which Shiny Pokémon appear by using Weak Shiny Lures or Strong Shiny Lures. Additionally, creating Catch Combos can further boost the shiny rate for specific Pokémon species.
Q10: Can I spawn Shiny Legendary Pokémon using commands?
Yes, you can use the /pokespawn command to spawn Shiny Legendary Pokémon just like regular Pokémon. Simply add the argument ‘s’ or ‘shiny’ after the Legendary Pokémon’s name.
Q11: How do I summon Arceus in Pixelmon?
Arceus spawns when you right-click the Timespace Altar with an Azure Flute.
Q12: Can I change a Pokémon’s level using commands?
Yes, with the /pokegive and /pokespawn commands, you can set the level of the Pokémon using the “level:” argument. For example, /pokegive TrainerJoe Pikachu level:20 will give TrainerJoe a level 20 Pikachu.
Q13: Is it possible to give Pokemon with specific abilities using commands?
Yes, it is possible to specify a specific ability when using the /pokegive command by using the ‘ability:’ argument. For example, /pokegive TrainerJoe Pikachu ability:Lightningrod would give a Pikachu to TrainerJoe with the ability Lightningrod.
Q14: What does ‘random’ mean in the /pokegive command?
Using “random” in the /pokegive command will give the specified player a randomly chosen Pokémon from the available list within the game. This can be a great way to quickly provide Pokemon for players.
Q15: Do commands work for all Pixelmon versions?
The provided commands are widely used in many Pixelmon servers and singleplayer experiences, however, it is advised to confirm the specific commands of the Pixelmon version you are using, as small modifications in the command parameters can occur between different versions of Pixelmon.
By understanding and utilizing the /pokegive and /pokespawn commands, players and server administrators have access to powerful tools to add Pokémon into the game with ease. Remember, always use the commands responsibly and enjoy your Pixelmon adventure!