How to Guarantee Eevee Evolution in Pokemon GO
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The desire to reliably control Eevee’s evolution in Pokemon GO is a universal one among trainers. While often perceived as random, there are established methods to guarantee specific evolutions, at least for the first time. Here’s how: by utilizing the Eevee Nickname Trick, you can directly influence which evolution Eevee will undergo. After using each nickname once, subsequent Eevee evolutions become largely random, barring specific research tasks or events with boosted odds for particular evolutions.
The Eevee Nickname Trick: Your Key to Specific Evolutions
The nickname trick is the most well-known and reliable method to obtain specific Eeveelutions in Pokemon GO. This method involves changing Eevee’s nickname to a specific name associated with the desired evolution before evolving it. It’s crucial to spell the nickname exactly as listed below, including capitalization. This trick only works once per evolution.
Here’s a breakdown of the nicknames and corresponding evolutions:
- Rainer: Eevee will evolve into Vaporeon.
- Sparky: Eevee will evolve into Jolteon.
- Pyro: Eevee will evolve into Flareon.
- Sakura: Eevee will evolve into Espeon.
- Tamao: Eevee will evolve into Umbreon.
- Linnea: Eevee will evolve into Leafeon.
- Rea: Eevee will evolve into Glaceon.
- Kira: Eevee will evolve into Sylveon.
Important Considerations:
- Check the Silhouette: Before pressing the “Evolve” button, always check the silhouette displayed on the evolution button. If it shows the correct Eeveelution, you’re good to go. If it shows a question mark, something went wrong with the nickname, or you may have already used that nickname.
- Internet Connection: Ensure a stable internet connection while evolving to avoid errors.
- Do it Before Events: If there’s a special evolution event, use the nickname trick before the event begins. This ensures the event doesn’t interfere with the guaranteed evolution.
- One-Time Use Only: Remember, each nickname only works once. After using it, Eevee evolutions will primarily rely on other methods, like walking distance and time of day, or become completely random.
- Verify the Name is Saved: After renaming, give the server a moment to register it. You might want to restart the app to be absolutely sure.
Alternative Evolution Methods After the Nickname Trick
Once you’ve used the nickname trick for each Eeveelution, you’ll need to rely on other methods to acquire more of the desired evolutions. These methods are more involved and require specific conditions to be met.
Espeon and Umbreon: The Buddy System
- Become Best Buddies: Make the Eevee your buddy and walk 10km with it. It’s crucial to earn two Eevee candies during this period.
- Evolve at the Right Time: Evolve the Eevee during the day to get Espeon, or at night to get Umbreon.
- Keep it as Your Buddy: You must evolve the Eevee while it’s still your active buddy. Removing it as your buddy before evolving will result in a random evolution.
Leafeon and Glaceon: Using Lure Modules
- Proximity is Key: You need to be within range of a specific PokéStop that has either a Mossy Lure Module (for Leafeon) or a Glacial Lure Module (for Glaceon) activated.
- Purchase or Obtain Lures: Mossy Lure Modules and Glacial Lure Modules can be purchased in the in-game shop, or sometimes obtained as rewards from Special Research tasks.
- Evolve Within Range: While within range of the lured PokéStop, the evolution button will display Leafeon or Glaceon. Only evolve when you see the correct silhouette displayed.
Sylveon: The Friendship Grind
- Become Best Buddies: You must reach the status of Best Buddy with the Eevee you want to evolve into Sylveon.
- Earn Friendship Hearts: This is done by interacting with your buddy: feeding it berries, playing with it, taking snapshots, battling with it, and visiting new places. You need to earn 70 friendship hearts.
- Evolve When Ready: Once you have earned enough friendship hearts, the evolution button will display Sylveon.
- No Lure Requirement: Unlike Leafeon and Glaceon, you don’t need to be near a PokéStop with a specific lure.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Eevee Evolutions
1. Does the nickname trick work more than once per Eeveelution?
No. The nickname trick only works once per Eeveelution. After using a nickname, subsequent attempts with the same name will result in a random evolution or the standard methods for Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, Glaceon, or Sylveon.
2. What happens if I evolve Eevee randomly?
If you evolve Eevee without using the nickname trick or the specific methods for Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, or Glaceon, or Sylveon, you’ll get either Vaporeon, Jolteon, or Flareon randomly.
3. How can I tell if I’ve already used a nickname for an Eeveelution?
The easiest way to tell is to simply try using the nickname again. If the evolution button shows a question mark instead of the expected Eeveelution silhouette, it means you’ve likely already used that nickname.
4. Do events in Pokemon GO affect Eevee evolutions?
Yes, some events can influence Eevee evolutions. For example, certain events might temporarily boost the chances of obtaining a specific Eeveelution or offer special Research tasks that guarantee a particular evolution. Always check event details for specific bonuses.
5. Can I get a Shiny Eeveelution using the nickname trick?
Yes. The shininess of the Eevee is determined before you evolve it, so the nickname trick works for both regular and Shiny Eevee.
6. Is it possible to evolve Eevee into Sylveon without becoming Best Buddies?
No. Reaching Best Buddy status and earning 70 friendship hearts is a mandatory requirement to evolve Eevee into Sylveon outside of potential one-off guaranteed encounters during special events.
7. What happens if I try to evolve Eevee into Espeon or Umbreon at the wrong time of day?
If you try to evolve Eevee into Espeon at night or Umbreon during the day using the buddy method, you will get a random evolution (Vaporeon, Jolteon, or Flareon).
8. Do I need to keep Eevee as my buddy after walking 10km for Espeon or Umbreon?
Yes! You must keep Eevee as your active buddy while evolving it. Removing it as your buddy before evolving will result in a random evolution.
9. Can I use Incense or Lure Modules to increase my chances of finding a specific Eevee?
Incense and regular Lure Modules attract more Pokemon to your location, but they don’t influence the specific type of Pokemon that appear. They won’t directly help you find an Eevee with better IVs or shininess. Mossy and Glacial Lure Modules are only related to the evolution into Leafeon and Glaceon.
10. What are IVs and why are they important for Eevee evolutions?
IVs (Individual Values) are hidden stats that determine a Pokemon’s potential in battle. While IVs don’t affect the evolution process itself, a Pokemon with higher IVs will generally be stronger after evolution. Consider checking an Eevee’s IVs before evolving to ensure you’re investing in a potentially powerful Eeveelution.
11. Can I use a Lucky Egg to get extra XP during Eevee evolution?
Yes! Using a Lucky Egg before evolving Eevee will double the XP you receive for the evolution, helping you level up faster.
12. Where can I find Mossy and Glacial Lure Modules?
Mossy and Glacial Lure Modules can be purchased from the in-game shop using PokeCoins. They are also sometimes offered as rewards for completing Special Research tasks or during special events.
13. Are there any Eeveelutions that are region-exclusive?
No. None of the Eeveelutions are region-exclusive. They can all be obtained in any location where Pokemon GO is available.
14. How do I know if my phone’s clock settings are affecting the Espeon/Umbreon evolution?
Pokemon GO relies on your phone’s time zone settings to determine whether it’s day or night for Espeon and Umbreon evolutions. Make sure your phone’s clock is set to “Automatic” or “Network-provided time” to ensure accuracy.
15. Are future Eeveelutions possible in Pokemon GO?
Yes. As new generations of Pokemon games are released, it’s possible that new Eeveelutions will be added to Pokemon GO. Niantic has added new Eeveelutions over time, so future evolutions are highly probable. Trainers should stay tuned for updates and announcements regarding future content releases.