How to Permanently Mega Evolve Pokémon
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To permanently Mega Evolve a Pokémon, you need to increase its Mega Level by Mega Evolving it multiple times, which requires collecting and using Mega Energy specific to that Pokémon, and once you have Mega Evolved a Pokémon, you can evolve it without Mega Energy following a resting period that may last up to several days. The process of Mega Evolution is temporary, lasting for eight hours, and after this period, the Pokémon will return to its regular form, but you can Mega Evolve it again by using more Mega Energy or waiting for the resting period to expire.
Understanding Mega Evolution
What is Mega Evolution?
Mega Evolution is a process in Pokémon games, including Pokémon GO, where certain Pokémon can temporarily transform into more powerful forms, known as Mega Forms, using Mega Energy. This transformation increases the Pokémon’s CP (Combat Power) and can change its type, making it more effective in battles.
Benefits of Mega Evolution
The benefits of Mega Evolution include increased CP, potential type changes, and bonuses such as Candy and XL Candy for Pokémon of the same type. Mega Evolved Pokémon can be used in various battles, including Raid Battles, Gym Battles, and Team GO Rocket Battles, but they cannot be used in the GO Battle League.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General FAQs
Q1: Can You Get Permanent Mega Evolution?
No, Mega Evolution is a temporary process that lasts for eight hours. After this period, the Pokémon returns to its regular form.
Q2: How Do You Make Pokémon Permanent Mega?
You can’t make a Pokémon permanent Mega. However, you can increase its Mega Level by Mega Evolving it multiple times, which requires collecting and using Mega Energy.
Q3: Do Any Pokémon Stay Mega-Evolved?
No, after being Mega-Evolved, a Pokémon will stay in its Mega-Evolved form for eight hours, after which it will return to its regular form.
Q4: Can You Mega Evolve Again Without Mega Energy?
Yes, once you have Mega-Evolved a Pokémon, you can evolve it without Mega Energy following a resting period that may last up to several days.
Q5: What Happens If You Mega Evolve a Second Pokémon?
If you activate a second Mega Evolved Pokémon, it will supersede the first one, and the first one will start its resting period.
Mega Energy and Mega Evolution
Q6: Can You Get Mega Energy by Walking?
You can earn Mega Energy by defeating a Mega-Evolved Pokémon in a Mega Raid Battle or by completing specific research tasks. You can also occasionally earn Mega Energy by walking with your Buddy Pokémon if you have previously Mega-Evolved a Pokémon in your Buddy Pokémon’s Evolutionary line.
Q7: Do Mega Pokémon Go Back to Normal?
Yes, when you defeat a Mega Raid Boss or a Mega Legendary Raid Boss, they turn back into their regular form before you encounter and catch them.
Q8: Can Purified Pokémon Mega Evolve?
Yes, you can Mega Evolve purified Pokémon, but they won’t have a swirly white aura when Mega Evolved.
Mega Evolution and Battles
Q9: Can You Trick a Mega Pokémon?
No, Mega Stones can’t be removed or switched, no matter if the Pokémon has already Mega-Evolved or not.
Q10: Which Charizard Mega is Better?
Mega Charizard Y is considered better due to its higher Attack stat and higher max CP.
Q11: How Many Megas Can You Have in Pokémon?
Only one Pokémon per team can be in its Mega Evolution, and after the battle is over, any Pokémon in their Mega Evolution return to their normal form.
Miscellaneous
Q12: Can You Reuse Mega Evolution Stones?
Yes, Mega Evolution Stones are hold items and don’t get used up each time. One stone per Pokémon will last you the entire game.
Q13: Are Mega Evolutions Painful?
Yes, some Pokémon, like Tyranitar and Mega Sharpedo, suffer pain when they Mega Evolve.
Q14: When Were Mega Evolutions Removed?
Mega Evolutions were removed from the core series as of Pokémon Sword and Shield, but they still appear in some spin-offs, such as Pokémon GO and Pokémon Masters EX.
Q15: Can You Mega Evolve Shiny Pokémon?
Yes, multiple Shiny Pokémon can Mega Evolve, including the fan-favorite Shiny Charizard.