How Much Stardust Does It Take to Trade a Shiny Vaporeon?

Trading Pokémon in Pokémon GO is a core mechanic, especially when it comes to snagging those elusive shiny Pokémon. When you’ve got your eye on a Shiny Vaporeon, one of the coolest evolutions of Eevee, the crucial question becomes: How much stardust will this cost me?

The answer, in short, depends on your friendship level with the player you’re trading with and whether you already have Shiny Vaporeon registered in your Pokedex.

• If you both have Shiny Vaporeon registered: The stardust cost is significantly lower.
• If either of you doesn’t have Shiny Vaporeon registered: Prepare for a Special Trade, which costs a lot more stardust.

Here’s the breakdown:

Friendship Level	Shiny Vaporeon Registered	Stardust Cost
—	—	—
Good Friend	Yes	100 Stardust
Great Friend	Yes	80 Stardust
Ultra Friend	Yes	800 Stardust
Best Friend	Yes	400 Stardust
Good Friend	No	1,000,000 Stardust
Great Friend	No	800,000 Stardust
Ultra Friend	No	80,000 Stardust
Best Friend	No	40,000 Stardust

As you can see, the difference is astronomical. Trading an unregistered shiny requires significant commitment and grinding to reach higher friendship levels to drastically reduce the stardust expenditure. The best strategy is always to build up your friendship level with the trainer you intend to trade with before initiating the trade.

Understanding Special Trades

Trading a Shiny Pokémon that is not already in one or both trainers’ Pokedexes is classified as a Special Trade. Here are some key considerations for Special Trades:

• Daily Limit: You can only perform one Special Trade per day, regardless of friendship level.
• Pokedex Registration: Special Trades include not only shiny Pokémon but also legendary and mythical Pokémon if unregistered.
• Stardust Intensive: They require a substantial amount of stardust, making friendship levels critical.
• Plan Ahead: Coordinating with friends to maximize friendship levels is paramount.

Optimizing Your Stardust Savings

Stardust is a precious resource in Pokémon GO. Here’s how to be thrifty:

• Prioritize Friendship: Focus on increasing your friendship level with the trainer you want to trade with. Daily interactions, sending gifts, and participating in raids together boost your friendship level faster.
• Pre-Register Where Possible: Trade for common shiny Pokémon with friends so you can register them in your Pokedex. This way, if you want to trade for different shiny, the cost will be lower.
• Stardust Events: Keep an eye out for in-game events that offer bonus stardust. These events can significantly increase your stardust accumulation rate.
• Catch Everything: Don’t ignore common Pokémon. Catching Pokémon and completing research tasks are reliable sources of stardust.

FAQs: Shiny Vaporeon Trading & Stardust Costs

Q1: What if I have a Lucky Shiny Vaporeon? Does that change the stardust cost?

No, the “Lucky” status of a shiny Pokémon does not directly affect the stardust cost of trading it. The cost is solely determined by your friendship level and whether the receiving player has the shiny registered.

Q2: Can I trade a Shadow Shiny Vaporeon?

No, Shadow Pokémon and purified Pokémon cannot be traded in Pokémon GO. You’ll have to purify or un-shadow the vaporeon first to be able to trade it.

Q3: Does the level or IVs of the Shiny Vaporeon affect the stardust cost?

No, the Pokémon’s level or IVs (Individual Values) do not affect the stardust cost. The only factors are friendship level and Pokedex registration status.

Q4: What’s the fastest way to increase friendship level in Pokémon GO?

The fastest way to increase friendship level is through consistent daily interactions. This includes:

• Sending and opening gifts daily: This provides the largest and most reliable friendship boost.
• Participating in raids together: Raiding together grants a significant friendship boost.
• Battling together in Gyms: Battling gyms gives a smaller but regular friendship boost.
• Trading Pokémon: Trading a Pokémon also gives you a friendship boost.

Q5: Can I trade a Shiny Vaporeon from Pokémon HOME to Pokémon GO?

No, Pokémon cannot be transferred from Pokémon HOME to Pokémon GO. Transfers are only one way – from Pokémon GO to Pokémon HOME. So, you must acquire the Shiny Vaporeon within Pokémon GO to trade it.

Q6: What happens if one player doesn’t have enough stardust?

If one player doesn’t have enough stardust, the trade cannot proceed. The game will not allow the trade to be initiated if the stardust requirement is not met.

Q7: Are there any events that reduce stardust costs for trading?

Yes, Niantic occasionally hosts events that offer reduced stardust costs for trading. These events are usually announced in the Pokémon GO news section and on social media.

Q8: If I purify a Shadow Vaporeon and it turns out to be shiny, can I trade it?

Yes, once a Shadow Pokémon is purified, it becomes a regular Pokémon and can be traded, assuming it meets all other trading requirements (e.g., friendship level, Pokedex registration).

Q9: Does it matter who initiates the trade in terms of stardust cost?

No, the stardust cost is the same for both trainers involved in the trade. The cost depends on the friendship level between the two trainers and the Pokedex registration status of each trainer.

Q10: Can I trade a Shiny Vaporeon to someone who is a new player and has never traded before?

Yes, you can trade with new players as long as you meet the minimum level requirement (Trainer Level 2) and have a good enough friendship level. Be aware that if they haven’t registered the Shiny Vaporeon, it will be a costly trade.

Q11: Is there a limit to how many trades I can do in a day?

You can perform unlimited regular trades as long as you have the stardust. However, you are limited to one Special Trade per day. Remember, trading the same Pokémon multiple times will not guarantee better IVs.

Q12: Do I need to be physically close to the person I’m trading with?

Yes, you need to be within close physical proximity to the person you’re trading with. Remote trading is not available in Pokémon GO (with rare exceptions during specific events).

Q13: What are the chances of a Shiny Eevee appearing during a Community Day?

Community Day events usually dramatically increase the spawn rates of a featured Pokémon and significantly boost the shiny odds. During Eevee Community Days, the shiny rate for Eevee is typically around 1 in 25.

Q14: How do IVs change after trading?

When you trade a Pokémon, its IVs are rerolled. The new IVs are somewhat influenced by your friendship level, with higher friendship levels guaranteeing better minimum IVs. This element of randomness can make the traded Pokémon stronger, weaker, or similar to what it was before trading.

Q15: Where can I learn more about the underlying mechanics of Pokémon GO?

For deep dives into the game mechanics and educational aspects of gaming, resources like the Games Learning Society website (https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/) offer valuable insights. The GamesLearningSociety.org explores how games can enhance learning and cognitive development.