What is Required for Masuda Method?
To implement the Masuda Method, you need to breed two Pokémon from different language versions of the games, meaning one Pokémon must be from a different region or language than the other. The Masuda Method can be used with any Pokémon, including Ditto, as long as the language code is different from the other Pokémon, increasing the chances of hatching a shiny Pokémon from 1 in 4096 to 1 in 682, or 1 in 512 with the Shiny Charm.
Understanding the Masuda Method
The Masuda Method is a breeding strategy used to increase the chances of obtaining a shiny Pokémon. It involves breeding two Pokémon from different language versions of the games, which can be achieved by trading Pokémon with other players or by using a foreign Ditto.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How many eggs do you need for Masuda method?
The average number of eggs required for the Masuda Method is between 300-500, but it can take more or less, depending on luck.
Q2: What are the odds of Masuda method?
The Masuda Method increases the base chance of finding a shiny Pokémon from 1 in 4092 to 1 in 682, or 1 in 512 if players have the Shiny Charm.
Q3: How does Masuda method work?
The Masuda Method works by breeding two Pokémon from different regions or languages, increasing the chances of hatching a shiny Pokémon.
Q4: What kind of Ditto do you need for Masuda method?
Any Ditto with a different language code can be used for the Masuda Method, as long as it’s not from the same region or language as the other Pokémon.
Q5: Does breeding 2 shiny Pokémon increase chances?
Breeding with one or both parents being shiny does not increase the shiny odds outside of Gen II.
Q6: How do you know if a Ditto is Masuda?
A Ditto is considered Masuda if its language code is different from the player’s region or language.
Q7: Do shiny sandwiches affect eggs?
Eating a sandwich with sparkling power does not enhance the chances of getting a shiny from an egg.
Q8: Does a shiny Ditto breed Shinies?
Breeding with a shiny Ditto gives a 1 in 64 chance that the offspring will be shiny.
Q9: Can you soft reset eggs for a shiny?
Soft resetting eggs will not change their IVs, Nature, or gender, but trading eggs to another game can give another chance at getting a shiny.
Q10: Does Masuda method work with hacked Ditto?
A hacked Ditto works just as well as a non-hacked Ditto for the Masuda Method.
Q11: Does breeding with a shiny increase shiny odds?
Breeding with a shiny Pokémon does not influence the chances of its offspring being shiny.
Q12: What is Masuda Method IV breeding?
Masuda Method IV breeding involves breeding two Pokémon from different languages to generate extra personality values and increase the chances of getting a shiny Pokémon.
Q13: Can you save during Masuda method?
Saving and quitting during the Masuda Method will not affect the process.
Q14: Are eggs predetermined to be shiny?
Everything about a Pokémon, including its shininess, is determined as soon as the egg is received.
Q15: Can you breed 2 Dittos?
Ditto cannot breed with other Ditto, as they are part of the same Egg Group and can only breed with other Pokémon that are not Ditto.