Bouncing Back from a Botched Battle: Retrieving Your Tapu Koko
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So, you accidentally knocked out Tapu Koko in Pokémon Sun and Moon? Don’t panic! The good news is that all is not lost. You can get another chance to catch this electrifying guardian deity. The key is to defeat the Elite Four again and reclaim your title as Champion of the Alola region. Once you’ve done that, head back to the Ruins of Conflict on Melemele Island, interact with the statue, and Tapu Koko will be ready for a rematch. This time, be prepared to bring your A-game and a healthy supply of Poké Balls!
Rekindling the Ritual: Getting Your Second Chance
Becoming Champion Again: The First Step
Before you can even think about facing Tapu Koko again, you’ll need to prove you’re the best trainer in Alola by defeating the Elite Four and Professor Kukui (or Hau in Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon) once more. This might seem like a chore, but it’s a necessary step. Consider it an opportunity to fine-tune your team and develop new strategies!
Returning to the Ruins: Preparing for the Rematch
Once you’re Champion again, make your way back to the Ruins of Conflict on Melemele Island. This is where you first encountered Tapu Koko after becoming Champion for the first time. Approach the statue in the center of the ruins and interact with it. This triggers Tapu Koko to reappear and challenge you to another battle. Be sure to save your game before interacting with the statue, just in case!
A New Strategy: Catching Tapu Koko the Second Time
This time, come prepared! Tapu Koko is an Electric/Fairy-type Pokémon, so Ground and Poison-type moves are super effective. Bring Pokémon with high Attack or Special Attack stats and moves like Earthquake, Gunk Shot, or Sludge Bomb. Remember to bring plenty of Ultra Balls, Timer Balls, and maybe even a Fast Ball for good measure.
- Lower Tapu Koko’s health to the red zone without knocking it out.
- Inflict a status condition like paralysis or sleep to make it easier to catch.
- Be patient and keep throwing those Poké Balls!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Tapu Koko
1. Can I get a different nature if I rematch Tapu Koko?
Absolutely! Tapu Koko’s nature is determined when the battle starts. If you’re not happy with the nature of the Tapu Koko you catch, you can always reset your game (if you saved beforehand) and try again until you get the desired nature. Synchronize ability is useful here.
2. What’s the best nature for Tapu Koko?
The best nature for Tapu Koko depends on how you plan to use it, but generally, Timid (increases Speed, decreases Attack) or Modest (increases Special Attack, decreases Attack) are good choices for competitive battling. Hasty or Naive can also work for mixed attacking sets.
3. How do I check Tapu Koko’s IVs (Individual Values)?
After catching Tapu Koko, you can check its IVs using the Judge function in the Pokémon storage system. This function is unlocked after hatching 20 eggs and talking to an NPC in the Battle Tree area. The Judge will give you vague feedback about IVs, such as “Best” for 31 IVs and “Fantastic” for 30 IVs. You can also use online calculators to get more precise information.
4. Can Tapu Koko be shiny in Sun and Moon?
No, Tapu Koko is shiny-locked in Pokémon Sun and Moon. This means it’s impossible to encounter a shiny Tapu Koko in the wild. However, shiny Tapu Koko has been available in special events in later Pokémon games like Pokémon GO.
5. What level is Tapu Koko when you encounter it?
Tapu Koko is level 60 when you encounter it in the Ruins of Conflict.
6. Is Tapu Koko a legendary or mythical Pokémon?
Tapu Koko is a legendary Pokémon. It’s one of the four guardian deities of the Alola region.
7. What is Tapu Koko’s signature move?
Tapu Koko’s signature move is Nature’s Madness, a Fairy-type special move that deals damage equal to half of the target’s remaining HP.
8. What are Tapu Koko’s abilities?
Tapu Koko has the ability Electric Surge, which creates Electric Terrain when it enters the battle. Its Hidden Ability is Telepathy, which prevents it from taking damage from allies’ moves in Double and Triple Battles.
9. Is Tapu Koko strong?
Yes, Tapu Koko is a very strong and fast Pokémon with a high Special Attack stat. It’s a popular choice for competitive battling due to its speed, ability to set up Electric Terrain, and versatile movepool. Understanding the strengths of Tapu Koko is relevant to understanding the science of games as it relates to balance in game design. Consider researching the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org to delve further into the educational value of games.
10. What are the weaknesses of Tapu Koko?
Tapu Koko is weak to Ground and Poison-type moves.
11. How does Electric Terrain affect Tapu Koko?
Electric Terrain boosts the power of Electric-type moves used by grounded Pokémon by 50%. This significantly increases the damage output of Tapu Koko’s Electric-type attacks.
12. What are the other Tapu Pokémon?
The other Tapu Pokémon are Tapu Lele (Psychic/Fairy), Tapu Bulu (Grass/Fairy), and Tapu Fini (Water/Fairy). Each Tapu is the guardian deity of a different island in the Alola region.
13. Can you catch the other Tapu Pokémon after defeating them?
Yes, you can catch the other Tapu Pokémon after defeating the Elite Four and becoming Champion. Each Tapu will appear in their respective island’s ruins after you have defeated them. All of the Tapu respawn if defeated prior to capture.
14. What is the lore behind Tapu Koko?
Tapu Koko is based on the Hawaiian God Ku, known for being associated with King Kamehameha I and is depicted as a feathered god in the form of a chicken. In Pokemon lore, it is the guardian of Melemele Island, and known for its unpredictable nature.
15. Can I use a Master Ball on Tapu Koko?
Yes, you can use a Master Ball to guarantee a successful catch on Tapu Koko (or any other Pokémon). However, Master Balls are rare, so consider saving it for a Pokémon you really want to catch.
So, don’t despair if you accidentally knocked out Tapu Koko the first time around. With a little persistence and a solid strategy, you can add this powerful Pokémon to your team! Remember to prepare thoroughly, bring the right Pokémon and items, and be patient. Happy catching!