Walking to Victory: Evolving Pawmo, Rellor, and Bramblin in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

Three Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet require a unique evolution method: walking a certain distance in the overworld alongside you. These are Pawmo, Rellor, and Bramblin. Specifically, you need to have them out of their Poké Ball in the “Let’s Go!” feature, walk 1000 steps, then level them up. After fulfilling the walking requirement, the next level gained will trigger their evolution.

The Trio of Walk-Evolved Pokémon

Let’s break down each of these fascinating creatures and how to evolve them efficiently:

1. Pawmo to Pawmot

Pawmo, the Electric/Fighting-type Mouse Pokémon, evolves into Pawmot. Pawmot boasts impressive Attack and Speed stats, making it a valuable asset to any team. The key is those 1000 steps in Let’s Go!.

2. Rellor to Rabsca

Rellor, the Bug-type Rolling Pokémon, evolves into Rabsca, a Bug/Psychic-type. Rabsca possesses a unique ability called Synchronize and strong Special Attack and Special Defense. This evolution requires the same walking requirement.

3. Bramblin to Brambleghast

Bramblin, the Grass/Ghost-type Tumbleweed Pokémon, evolves into Brambleghast. Brambleghast is a fast attacker with decent Attack and Special Attack, and access to some disruptive moves. Walk with Bramblin, and watch it bloom… into a ghost tumbleweed.

Tricks for Speeding Up the Walking Process

The good news is that players have discovered shortcuts to make this process less tedious. Here are a couple of effective methods:

• The Mesagoza Loop: The article snippet mentions a loop in Mesagoza. Find a safe, circular path in the city and let your Pokémon follow you around it. Five laps of this loop will get you your 1000 steps.
• Auto-Walk Exploit: Some players have found ways to trigger an auto-walk using the controller’s analogue stick. Using a rubber band or similar to hold the analogue stick in a direction can cause the character to walk continuously, accumulating steps while you are AFK (away from the keyboard). However, please be cautious when using such exploits, as they may be patched out by Nintendo in future updates. Also, monitor your device so as not to cause any harm with it stuck in one place.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Walking Evolutions and More

Here are some frequently asked questions to further enrich your Pokémon Scarlet & Violet experience:

1. What is the “Let’s Go!” feature?

The “Let’s Go!” feature is a mechanic in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet that allows you to send out the first Pokémon in your party to explore the overworld alongside you. They will follow you and automatically battle wild Pokémon, collect items, and, crucially for Pawmo, Rellor, and Bramblin, accumulate walking steps.

2. How do I initiate “Let’s Go!”?

Simply press the ZR button to send out your Pokémon. Pressing it again will recall them to their Poké Ball.

3. How do I know when I’ve walked 1000 steps?

Unfortunately, there’s no in-game counter. However, after following the Mesagoza loop method for five laps, you’ll be in the approximate range. The best practice is to then battle with the Pokemon to get it to level up and test if it works. If it does not work the first time, walk another lap or two and try again.

4. Can I walk these steps in water or while flying?

No. The walking needs to be done on land for it to count towards their evolution requirement.

5. What happens if my Pokémon faints while walking?

Having a Pokemon faint can negatively impact the friendship level. While friendship isn’t explicitly tied to the walking evolution mechanic, it’s best to avoid fainting to maintain a positive relationship with your Pokémon. Always keep an eye on their health and recall them if they’re in danger.

6. Does walking with multiple Pokémon increase steps faster?

No. Only the Pokémon you have actively out in the “Let’s Go!” feature will accumulate steps for evolution.

7. Is there an item that makes walking evolutions easier?

No, there isn’t a specific item that directly makes walking evolutions easier. However, a Soothe Bell, which can increase friendship gain, can ensure they maintain a positive relationship with you throughout the process. You get a Soothe Bell from talking to a woman in Cascarrafa, after you have defeated 5 trainers in the West Province (Area Two).

8. What other Pokémon evolve through unique methods in Scarlet & Violet?

Beyond walking evolutions, Pokémon Scarlet & Violet feature several other unique evolution methods, including:

• Item-based evolutions: Requiring specific items like King’s Rock, Metal Coat, Razor Claw, or Oval Stone (as mentioned in the article snippets).
• Location-based evolutions: Requires you to level up in a specific area of the map, such as Finizen needing to level up while connected to another player in the Union Circle.
• Time-based evolutions: Requiring you to level up at certain times of the day, such as Rockruff evolving at dusk.
• Friendship-based evolutions: Requiring high friendship with the trainer, such as Riolu evolving into Lucario.

9. Where can I find Pawmo, Rellor, and Bramblin?

• Pawmo can be found in various locations, including South Province (Area Five), East Province (Area Two), and near Levincia.
• Rellor is primarily found in the Asado Desert.
• Bramblin appears in the West Province (Area One), Asado Desert, and near Porto Marinada.

10. Does weather affect the walking evolution process?

No, the weather does not affect the walking evolution process. You can walk in any weather condition and it will still count towards the 1000 steps required.

11. How do I increase Friendship quickly?

As the snippets mention, several methods can quickly increase Friendship:

• Use a Luxury Ball: Catching Pokémon in a Luxury Ball grants a small Friendship boost.
• Hold a Soothe Bell: The Soothe Bell increases the rate at which Friendship increases.
• Picnics: Washing your Pokémon and eating sandwiches during picnics are excellent ways to boost Friendship.
• Let’s Go! Feature: Simply walking with your Pokémon in the “Let’s Go!” feature steadily increases Friendship.
• Items: Candies, Rare Candies, Vitamins, and certain Berries will increase a Pokemon’s friendship with its trainer when consumed.

12. Which is the most difficult Pokemon to evolve in the game?

According to the text snippets provided, the most difficult Pokémon to evolve is Gimmighoul.

13. Can I use the bicycle to help the walking evolution process?

No. You cannot use the bicycle to accumulate the steps needed for Pawmo, Rellor, and Bramblin. The walking must be done in Let’s Go! mode on foot.

14. What if my Pokemon gets knocked out while auto walking and I’m not looking?

As mentioned before, having a Pokemon faint can negatively impact the friendship level. If you are trying to max friendship in the process of walking to help with the evolution, it is important to check up on your Pokemon from time to time, so they do not faint and have their friendship drop.

15. Are there any real world educational benefits related to games?

Absolutely! The Games Learning Society (GamesLearningSociety.org) is dedicated to exploring the intersection of games and education. Games can foster problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, creativity, and collaboration, all of which are valuable in real-world contexts. This exploration extends to all types of games, including video games like Pokemon.

Evolving Pawmo, Rellor, and Bramblin in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet adds a unique and engaging twist to the traditional Pokémon evolution mechanic. By understanding the requirements and utilizing the available tricks, you can efficiently add these powerful Pokémon to your team. Happy walking, and happy evolving!