Is it better to power up Lucky Pokemon before Evolving?
The answer to this question is straightforward: it is generally more efficient to evolve a Lucky Pokemon before powering it up, as the CP gain is the same whether you power up before or after evolving, but evolving first can help you avoid wasting Stardust and Candies on a Pokemon with undesirable moves. Evolving a Lucky Pokemon does not change its IVs or level, but it does change its base stats, which can result in a more powerful Pokemon with the right moves.
Understanding Lucky Pokemon
What are Lucky Pokemon?
Lucky Pokemon are Pokemon that have been marked as Lucky, which means they require less Stardust to power up and have a higher chance of being strong opponents in battle.
Benefits of Evolving Lucky Pokemon
Evolving a Lucky Pokemon can provide several benefits, including:
- Increased CP
- Improved stats
- Enhanced battle performance
- Reduced Stardust cost for powering up
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is it better to evolve a 3-star Pokemon?
A 3-star Pokemon with perfect IVs can be a great addition to any team, but it’s essential to consider the Pokemon’s type, moves, and stats before deciding whether to evolve it.
Q2: Can Lucky Pokemon be perfect?
Lucky Pokemon can have perfect IVs, but it’s not guaranteed, and their stats can vary.
Q3: What is the IV Floor for Lucky Pokemon?
The IV Floor for Lucky Pokemon is 12/12/12, which is equivalent to a 2-star rating.
Q4: Do Lucky Trades give better IVs?
Lucky Trades guarantee IVs between 12 and 15 for all three categories, but it’s not guaranteed to be an increase.
Q5: Is it worth keeping 0-star Pokemon?
0-star Pokemon with high CP can be useful for battling in Gyms or leaving in Gyms, especially if they are Shiny.
Q6: What is a perfect 3-star Pokemon?
A perfect 3-star Pokemon has 100% perfect IVs, indicated by a red stamp and three stars.
Q7: How do you guarantee a Lucky Trade?
To guarantee a Lucky Trade, you need to be Lucky Friends with the other trainer, which requires reaching Best Friends level and having a chance to become Lucky Friends.
Q8: Does tapping a Pokeball help?
Tapping a Pokeball does not provide any bonus, and the outcome of a catch is determined as soon as the ball is thrown.
Q9: Do Lucky Pokemon become Shiny?
A Lucky Pokemon can also be Shiny, and being Lucky does not affect the Shiny status.
Q10: What is the Lucky Pokemon rule?
When you are Lucky Friends with someone, the next trade you make will result in both Pokemon becoming Lucky Pokemon, and your Lucky Friend status will be cleared.
Q11: Should I evolve a 4-star Pokemon?
If a Pokemon has IVs in the first or second tier, it’s a good idea to evolve it, even if it’s not perfect.
Q12: What determines a Pokemon’s max CP?
A Pokemon’s max CP is influenced by its species, size, and the Trainer Level.
Q13: What Pokemon has the highest possible CP?
Slaking has the highest possible CP in Pokemon Go, reaching a massive 5010 CP.
Q14: Is it better to power up before or after evolving?
It’s generally more efficient to evolve a Pokemon before powering it up, as the CP gain is the same, but evolving first can help you avoid wasting Stardust and Candies.
Q15: What is the most efficient use of Lucky Egg?
One of the best ways to use a Lucky Egg is to evolve Pokemon during the Lucky Egg period, as it provides a significant XP bonus.