Is it okay to purify Pokémon?

It is generally not okay to purify Pokémon, as Shadow Pokémon have a 20% boost in their attack power, making them more powerful than their purified counterparts. However, purifying a Pokémon can be beneficial in certain situations, such as when you want to evolve or learn a new attack, as it reduces the amount of Stardust and Candy required.

Understanding Shadow Pokémon

Shadow Pokémon are Pokémon that have been brainwashed and boosted by Team GO Rocket, giving them an attack power boost of 20%. This boost makes them more powerful than their purified counterparts, but it also comes with some drawbacks, such as increased resource costs for powering up and evolving.

Purifying Pokémon

Benefits of Purifying

Purifying a Pokémon can have several benefits, including:

• Reduced resource costs: Purifying a Pokémon reduces the amount of Stardust and Candy required to power up, evolve, or learn a new attack.
• Improved appraisal: Purifying a Pokémon can improve its appraisal, which can increase its CP and make it more powerful.
• New attack: Purified Pokémon learn the Charged Attack Return, which can be a useful addition to their move set.

Drawbacks of Purifying

However, purifying a Pokémon also has some drawbacks, including:

• Loss of attack power boost: Purifying a Pokémon removes the 20% attack power boost that Shadow Pokémon have.
• Increased resource costs for purification: Purifying a Pokémon requires Candy and Stardust, which can be a significant cost, especially for Legendary Pokémon.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the effect of purifying a Shadow Pokémon on its appraisal?: Purifying a Shadow Pokémon can improve its appraisal, which can increase its CP and make it more powerful.
2. Can a 2-star Pokémon become a 3-star after purification?: Yes, purifying a 2-star Pokémon can improve its appraisal and potentially increase its star rating to 3-star.
3. Is it better to keep Shadow Pokémon or purify them?: It is generally better to keep Shadow Pokémon unpurified, as they have a 20% attack power boost that makes them more powerful than their purified counterparts.
4. What is the rarest Shadow Pokémon?: The rarest Shadow Pokémon is a matter of debate, but some of the rarest Pokémon that can be found in Shadow form include Mewtwo, Kabutops, and Omastar.
5. Should I purify my Regice?: Whether or not to purify a Regice depends on your individual needs and goals, but purifying it can improve its appraisal and make it more versatile.
6. Can I trade Shadow Pokémon?: Currently, Shadow Pokémon cannot be traded, so it’s best to keep them in your collection.
7. How rare is a 0% IV Pokémon?: A 0% IV Pokémon is extremely rare, even when compared to 4-star or Perfect IV counterparts.
8. Is it worth keeping shiny Pokémon?: Yes, shiny Pokémon are extremely rare and valuable, and are worth keeping in your collection.
9. Should I evolve or purify my Pokémon first?: It’s generally better to purify your Pokémon before evolving it, as this can reduce the amount of Candy required for evolution.
10. What is the difference between Shadow and purified Pokémon?: Shadow Pokémon have a 20% attack power boost, while purified Pokémon do not, but have other benefits such as improved appraisal and reduced resource costs.
11. Can I purify a Legendary Pokémon?: Yes, Legendary Pokémon can be purified, but it requires a significant amount of Candy and Stardust.
12. How do I know if a Pokémon is worth keeping?: A Pokémon is worth keeping if it has a good appraisal, high CP, or is a shiny or rare variant.
13. Should I keep all 3-star Pokémon?: It’s generally a good idea to keep 3-star Pokémon, as they have a high appraisal and can be powerful in battle.
14. Is it worth keeping 0-star Pokémon?: 0-star Pokémon are extremely rare, and may be worth keeping for their rarity or as a collection item.
15. Can a Shadow Pokémon be purified after evolution?: Yes, a Shadow Pokémon can be purified after evolution, but it’s generally better to purify it before evolving to reduce Candy costs.