Where to Get Eggs in Pokémon Black 2: A Comprehensive Guide

So, you’re looking to dive into the fascinating world of Pokémon breeding in Black 2, eh? Excellent choice! Breeding is a fantastic way to obtain specific Pokémon with desired natures, abilities, and even egg moves. It’s also crucial for completing your Pokédex and raising competitive teams. The short answer is that you primarily get Pokémon eggs in Black 2 from the Day Care. Let’s delve into the details!

The Heart of Pokémon Breeding: The Day Care

The primary location for acquiring Pokémon eggs in Black 2 is the Day Care. This facility is located on Route 3, just east of Nacrene City. The Day Care is run by an elderly couple: a man and a woman. While both play important roles, the man is the key to getting eggs.

Here’s how it works:

1. Deposit compatible Pokémon: Place two Pokémon in the Day Care. To breed, these Pokémon must be compatible. The most basic requirement is that they must be of opposite genders (unless one is a Ditto – more on that later). They also need to belong to at least one shared Egg Group.

2. The Egg Group Dynamic: Egg Groups are categories that Pokémon are placed into based on their evolutionary line and biology. For example, many Water-type Pokémon belong to the Water 1 Egg Group. If two Pokémon share an Egg Group, like a male Water 1 Pokémon and a female Water 1 Pokémon, they have a chance to breed.

3. Take Steps: The game checks for an egg every 256 steps you take in the game. If an egg is available, it isn’t guaranteed to be produced every 256 steps, but it checks.

4. Talk to the Day Care Man: As you traverse Unova, the Day Care man might step away from the fence to call you over. This signifies that an egg has been produced.

5. Claim Your Egg: Talk to the Day Care Man. He’ll inform you that an egg has been found, and will offer it to you. If you have space in your party (less than six Pokémon), you can accept the egg. If not, you’ll need to make room by depositing a Pokémon in the PC.

6. Hatch That Egg: Once you have the egg, simply walk around! The number of steps required to hatch an egg varies depending on the Pokémon inside.

Key Factors Affecting Breeding

Several factors influence the likelihood of an egg being produced at the Day Care:

• Species Compatibility: Two Pokémon of the same species have a higher chance of breeding than two Pokémon of different species but in the same Egg Group.

• Trainer ID: Pokémon with different Trainer IDs (TIDs) have an increased chance of breeding. This is because those Pokémon have different origin points. For example, this happens if you received the Pokémon in a trade.

• Ditto: The MVP of breeding! Ditto can breed with almost any breedable Pokémon, regardless of gender. This makes it indispensable for obtaining eggs from single-gender Pokémon or those with unknown genders. Some Pokémon, like Legendaries, don’t fall under the breedable category.

• The Round Charm: This Key Item increases the rate at which eggs are found. You obtain the Round Charm by showing Professor Juniper all the Pokémon from the Unova Pokédex.

Other Ways to Get Eggs in Black 2

While the Day Care is the primary source, there is a way to get a Pokémon egg outside of breeding.

The Nacrene City Egg

• Located in the house between Nacrene City and Route 3 is a girl that will give you a Happiny egg. Make sure you have room in your party before accepting the egg.

FAQ: Pokémon Egg Acquisition in Black 2

Here are 15 frequently asked questions to further expand your knowledge of obtaining eggs in Pokémon Black 2:

1. Can I get a Shiny Pokémon from breeding in Black 2?

Yes! While not guaranteed, breeding is a viable way to obtain Shiny Pokémon. The odds of hatching a Shiny are influenced by the Masuda method (breeding Pokémon from different language games) and the Shiny Charm (obtained by completing the National Pokédex).

2. Where is the best place to hatch eggs in Black 2?

Two locations stand out: Route 3 and Skyarrow Bridge. Both offer long, uninterrupted paths, perfect for racking up the steps needed to hatch your eggs. Route 3 is available early, making it a popular choice.

3. How long does it take to hatch an egg in Black 2?

The number of steps required to hatch an egg depends on the Pokémon. Some hatch quickly, while others require significantly more steps. You can speed up the process by having a Pokémon with the ability Flame Body or Magma Armor in your party. These abilities halve the number of steps needed for hatching.

4. Is there a Pokémon breeder in Black 2 that will give me eggs?

No, there isn’t a specific Pokémon Breeder NPC who gives you eggs outright. Pokémon Breeders will challenge you to battles on the overworld. Instead, you get eggs from the Day Care man when your deposited Pokémon have produced one. You can also find the Happiny egg between Nacrene City and Route 3.

5. Can any two Pokémon breed together in Black 2?

No. Pokémon must be compatible in terms of gender (or one must be a Ditto) and share at least one Egg Group. Some Pokémon, like most Legendaries and baby Pokémon, are in the “Undiscovered” Egg Group and cannot breed at all.

6. Does the Pokémon’s nature affect the egg?

Not directly. However, if one of the parent Pokémon is holding an Everstone, there is a 50% chance that the hatched Pokémon will inherit that parent’s Nature. This is crucial for breeding Pokémon with specific competitive natures.

7. Where can I find a Ditto in Black 2?

Imposter Ditto appears in Giant Chasm’s Hidden Grotto. The spawn rate for Imposter Ditto is low, so it may take a while to find.

8. Does friendship level affect breeding in Black 2?

No, Friendship or Happiness levels do not directly affect whether or not Pokémon breed. They are important for evolving certain Pokémon, but not for egg production.

9. What is the easiest way to get an egg in Black 2?

The easiest way is to deposit a Ditto and another breedable Pokémon into the Day Care. Since Ditto can breed with almost anything, this simplifies the process.

10. Can I breed a male Pokémon with a male Pokémon if I use a Ditto?

No, you cannot breed a male Pokémon with another male Pokémon, even with Ditto. Ditto effectively takes the place of the missing gender. It can breed with one or the other but can’t cover two males at the same time.

11. What are Egg Moves and how do I get them?

Egg Moves are moves that a Pokémon can only learn through breeding. They are passed down from the father. To get an Egg Move, the father must know the move, and the baby Pokémon must be able to learn it.

12. Where can I find a Lucky Egg in Black 2 to help with leveling up hatched Pokémon?

You can find a Lucky Egg in the Celestial Tower. This item boosts the experience gained by the Pokémon holding it, making it useful for training newly hatched Pokémon.

13. How does the Round Charm help with breeding?

The Round Charm increases the rate at which you find eggs at the Day Care. With the Round Charm, the Day Care man will call you more frequently.

14. Are there any Pokémon I can’t breed in Black 2?

Yes. Legendary Pokémon, Mythical Pokémon, and baby Pokémon are typically in the Undiscovered Egg Group and cannot breed.

15. Can I use a Pokémon from another region to breed in Black 2?

Yes! Using a Pokémon from a game with a different language setting (Masuda Method) significantly increases the chances of hatching a Shiny Pokémon.

Final Thoughts

Breeding in Pokémon Black 2 is a deep and rewarding system. By understanding the mechanics of the Day Care, Egg Groups, and key items like the Round Charm and Everstone, you can breed the perfect Pokémon for your team. So get out there, deposit your Pokémon, and start hatching! You might even get a shiny. Consider exploring further resources on game-based learning from the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org. Good luck and happy breeding!