What is the Point of Purifying Pokemon?
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The point of purifying Pokémon is to improve their appraisal and reduce the amount of Stardust and Candy required for them to Power Up, Evolve, or learn a new attack, while also providing a unique set of benefits that can enhance their performance in battles. By purifying a Shadow Pokémon, trainers can unlock its full potential, making it a more valuable and powerful addition to their team, with benefits including a 10% decrease in Candy cost for powering up or evolving and a 10% decrease in Stardust cost for powering up or teaching a secondary move.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is it Better to Not Purify Pokémon?
The decision to purify a Pokémon depends on the individual trainer’s goals and priorities, as purified Pokémon lose the 20% damage bonus made available to Shadows, but gain other benefits such as improved appraisal and reduced resource requirements.
2. Does Purifying Pokémon Improve Stats?
Purified Pokémon do receive IV boosts when powered up, with each stat increasing by two, making it possible for a Shadow Pokémon with at least 13 Attack, Defense, and Stamina to become a 100% IV Pokémon.
3. Does Purifying Pokémon Give Better IVs?
Purified Pokémon get a +2 increase in each IV value, making it possible for a Shadow Pokémon with 13 / 13 / 13 IVs to become a 100% Purified Pokémon, and weather-boosted Shadow Pokémon have their minimum IVs increased to 4/4/4, which increases the chance of getting a better Purified Pokémon.
4. What is the Best Shadow Pokémon to Purify?
For trainers looking to level up their Purifier Medal, Shadow Rattata, Patrat, Zubat, Magikarp, Starly, and Purrloin are prime choices due to their low Stardust cost of 1,000 to purify.
5. Is it Better to Purify or Evolve a Pokémon?
Purifying a Pokémon before evolving it can provide significant benefits, including a decrease in Candy cost and improved stats, making it a more efficient and effective way to power up and evolve Pokémon.
6. Should I Keep Return on Purified Pokémon?
Trainers participating in PvP may find Return to be a valuable move, as it deals more damage in these battles, and it can also be useful for chipping away at Protect Shields.
7. Is it Worth Keeping 0-Star Shadow Pokémon?
0-star Shadow Pokémon can still be valuable if they have decent Attacks and CP, and purifying them may not be the best option if the Shadow Bonus effect is beneficial for future battles.
8. Can Shadow Pokémon be Shiny?
Yes, Shadow Pokémon can be shiny, and the odds of getting a shiny Shadow Pokémon with perfect IVs are extremely low, making them highly rare and valuable.
9. Can a Purified Pokémon Become Perfect?
Yes, Purified Pokémon can become perfect if they have the right IVs, and Lucky Shadow Pokémon have an IV floor of 12/12/12, which becomes 14/14/14 when purified.
10. Should I Purify a Shadow Pokémon to Get a Perfect IV?
If the goal is to get a perfect IV Pokémon, purifying a Shadow Pokémon can be a good option, but it’s essential to consider the IVs and whether the Pokémon will be used in battles.
11. What is the Purified Pokémon Bonus?
Purified Pokémon have several benefits, including a 10% decrease in Candy cost and a 10% decrease in Stardust cost, making them more efficient to power up and evolve.
12. Can You Mega Evolve Shadow Pokémon?
No, Shadow Pokémon cannot be Mega Evolved, but Purified or costumed Pokémon can be Mega Evolved, although they lose their white aura or costume while Mega Evolved.
13. Are 0-Star Pokémon Rare?
Yes, 0-star Pokémon are rare, and they can never come from raids, eggs, research tasks, or trades, making them unique and valuable additions to a trainer’s team.
14. Are Two-Star Pokémon Worth Keeping?
Yes, two-star Pokémon can be worth keeping, especially if they are rare or have special moves, making them valuable for battles and other activities.
15. Is it Worth Purifying Pokémon for Aesthetic Purposes?
If a trainer is looking to keep a Shadow Pokémon for its aesthetic value, it may not be worth purifying, but if the goal is to make the Pokémon more powerful and efficient, purifying can be a good option.