{"id":119573,"date":"2025-05-21T02:31:55","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T02:31:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=119573"},"modified":"2025-05-21T02:31:55","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T02:31:55","slug":"how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/","title":{"rendered":"How often are raid Pokemon shiny?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#How_Often_Are_Raid_Pokemon_Shiny_Unveiling_the_Odds\" title=\"How Often Are Raid Pokemon Shiny? Unveiling the Odds\">How Often Are Raid Pokemon Shiny? Unveiling the Odds<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#Understanding_Shiny_Rates_in_Raids\" title=\"Understanding Shiny Rates in Raids\">Understanding Shiny Rates in Raids<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#Factors_Affecting_Shiny_Encounters\" title=\"Factors Affecting Shiny Encounters\">Factors Affecting Shiny Encounters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#Is_a_Shiny_Guaranteed_After_a_Certain_Number_of_Raids\" title=\"Is a Shiny Guaranteed After a Certain Number of Raids?\">Is a Shiny Guaranteed After a Certain Number of Raids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#Why_Raid_Shinies_are_so_Desirable\" title=\"Why Raid Shinies are so Desirable\">Why Raid Shinies are so Desirable<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Shiny Raid Pokemon\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Shiny Raid Pokemon<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#1_Do_Shinies_from_Raids_Have_a_100_Catch_Rate\" title=\"1. Do Shinies from Raids Have a 100% Catch Rate?\">1. Do Shinies from Raids Have a 100% Catch Rate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#2_Can_You_Tell_if_a_Raid_Pokemon_is_Shiny_Before_the_Encounter\" title=\"2. Can You Tell if a Raid Pok\u00e9mon is Shiny Before the Encounter?\">2. Can You Tell if a Raid Pok\u00e9mon is Shiny Before the Encounter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#3_Is_a_Shiny_Raid_Shiny_for_Everyone\" title=\"3. Is a Shiny Raid Shiny for Everyone?\">3. Is a Shiny Raid Shiny for Everyone?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#4_What_Happens_if_a_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon_Runs_Away\" title=\"4. What Happens if a Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon Runs Away?\">4. What Happens if a Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon Runs Away?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#5_Are_Certain_Times_of_Day_Better_for_Finding_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon\" title=\"5. Are Certain Times of Day Better for Finding Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon?\">5. Are Certain Times of Day Better for Finding Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#6_Does_Having_a_Higher_Trainer_Level_Increase_Shiny_Odds\" title=\"6. Does Having a Higher Trainer Level Increase Shiny Odds?\">6. Does Having a Higher Trainer Level Increase Shiny Odds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#7_How_Can_I_Maximize_My_Chances_of_Finding_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon\" title=\"7. How Can I Maximize My Chances of Finding Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon?\">7. How Can I Maximize My Chances of Finding Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#8_What_is_the_Rarest_Shiny_Pokemon_Obtainable_Through_Raids\" title=\"8. What is the Rarest Shiny Pok\u00e9mon Obtainable Through Raids?\">8. What is the Rarest Shiny Pok\u00e9mon Obtainable Through Raids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#9_Can_Non-Legendary_Pokemon_Be_Shiny_in_Raids\" title=\"9. Can Non-Legendary Pok\u00e9mon Be Shiny in Raids?\">9. Can Non-Legendary Pok\u00e9mon Be Shiny in Raids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#10_Does_the_Shiny_Charm_from_Main_Series_Games_Affect_Pokemon_GO_Raid_Encounters\" title=\"10. Does the Shiny Charm from Main Series Games Affect Pok\u00e9mon GO Raid Encounters?\">10. Does the Shiny Charm from Main Series Games Affect Pok\u00e9mon GO Raid Encounters?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#11_Are_Mega_Raids_More_Likely_to_Give_Shiny_Pokemon\" title=\"11. Are Mega Raids More Likely to Give Shiny Pok\u00e9mon?\">11. Are Mega Raids More Likely to Give Shiny Pok\u00e9mon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#12_What_Happens_If_You_Encounter_a_Shiny_in_a_Remote_Raid\" title=\"12. What Happens If You Encounter a Shiny in a Remote Raid?\">12. What Happens If You Encounter a Shiny in a Remote Raid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#13_How_Do_Shiny_Rates_in_Raids_Compare_to_Shiny_Rates_in_the_Wild\" title=\"13. How Do Shiny Rates in Raids Compare to Shiny Rates in the Wild?\">13. How Do Shiny Rates in Raids Compare to Shiny Rates in the Wild?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#14_Can_You_Tell_If_Someone_Else_in_the_Raid_Got_a_Shiny\" title=\"14. Can You Tell If Someone Else in the Raid Got a Shiny?\">14. Can You Tell If Someone Else in the Raid Got a Shiny?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/#15_Are_Shadow_Pokemon_from_Raids_Ever_Shiny\" title=\"15. Are Shadow Pok\u00e9mon from Raids Ever Shiny?\">15. Are Shadow Pok\u00e9mon from Raids Ever Shiny?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Often_Are_Raid_Pokemon_Shiny_Unveiling_the_Odds\"><\/span>How Often Are Raid Pokemon Shiny? Unveiling the Odds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The burning question on every <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong> trainer&#8217;s mind when facing a raid boss is: &#8220;What are my chances of snagging a <strong>shiny<\/strong>?&#8221; The answer, while not always simple, is generally consistent. <strong>The standard shiny rate for Legendary Pokemon in raids is approximately 1 in 20<\/strong>. This means that, on average, you&#8217;ll need to complete 20 raids of the same Legendary Pok\u00e9mon to encounter a shiny version. However, it&#8217;s crucial to understand that this is just an average, and luck plays a significant role. You could find a shiny on your first raid, or you might need to battle dozens of times before one appears. Keep reading to understand the intricacies of shiny rates in Pok\u00e9mon GO raids.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Shiny_Rates_in_Raids\"><\/span>Understanding Shiny Rates in Raids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While 1 in 20 is the most quoted rate, it&#8217;s essential to note that not all raid Pok\u00e9mon have the same shiny odds. Some featured <strong>Raid Days<\/strong> offer boosted shiny rates, where the odds of encountering a shiny Pok\u00e9mon can be as high as <strong>4% or 1 in 25<\/strong>. This is significantly better than the standard wild Pok\u00e9mon shiny rate, which sits around 1 in 500. Furthermore, some non-Legendary Pok\u00e9mon available in raids may have their own specific shiny rates, often falling somewhere between the wild and Legendary rates, closer to 1 in 62.5.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Affecting_Shiny_Encounters\"><\/span>Factors Affecting Shiny Encounters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Several factors can influence your shiny hunting experience in raids:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Event Bonuses:<\/strong> <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong> frequently hosts events that can temporarily boost shiny rates for specific Pok\u00e9mon, including those in raids. Keep an eye on event announcements to maximize your chances.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Raid Day:<\/strong> As stated above, <strong>Raid Days<\/strong> often feature significantly improved shiny rates for the featured Pok\u00e9mon. These events offer the best opportunity to catch a specific shiny raid boss.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Species:<\/strong> Some Pok\u00e9mon inherently have different base shiny rates. While this is more relevant for wild encounters, it&#8217;s possible that certain raid bosses are affected as well.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Random Number Generation (RNG):<\/strong> Ultimately, shiny encounters are determined by chance. Each raid is an independent event, and previous raids have no influence on the outcome of the current raid.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_Shiny_Guaranteed_After_a_Certain_Number_of_Raids\"><\/span>Is a Shiny Guaranteed After a Certain Number of Raids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No, a shiny is never guaranteed after a specific number of raids. Each raid encounter is a completely independent event. While the odds might be 1 in 20, that doesn&#8217;t mean you&#8217;re guaranteed a shiny after 20 raids. You could get lucky and find one sooner, or it might take significantly longer.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Raid_Shinies_are_so_Desirable\"><\/span>Why Raid Shinies are so Desirable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Shiny Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> are highly coveted due to their rarity and unique appearance. Finding a shiny through a raid is often more desirable than catching one in the wild because raid encounters offer a higher chance of getting a shiny, especially for Legendary Pok\u00e9mon. Additionally, many trainers enjoy the social aspect of raiding with friends, making the experience of finding a shiny even more rewarding.<\/p>\n<p>This information should empower you to better understand and plan your shiny hunts. It is also important to note that the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> emphasizes the role of games in understanding different concepts. For more information, please visit <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Shiny Raid Pokemon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions to deepen your understanding of shiny Pok\u00e9mon in raids:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Do_Shinies_from_Raids_Have_a_100_Catch_Rate\"><\/span>1. Do Shinies from Raids Have a 100% Catch Rate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, if you encounter a <strong>Shiny Legendary Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> after completing a raid, it has a <strong>100% catch rate<\/strong>. This is a crucial advantage, as it guarantees you&#8217;ll add the shiny to your collection. Standard catch rules do not apply in this case. The catch is guaranteed when you hit the pokemon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_You_Tell_if_a_Raid_Pokemon_is_Shiny_Before_the_Encounter\"><\/span>2. Can You Tell if a Raid Pok\u00e9mon is Shiny Before the Encounter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, you cannot tell if a <strong>Raid Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> is shiny before entering the encounter. The Pok\u00e9mon will appear normal on the raid map and in the lobby. The shiny status is only revealed once the battle begins.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Is_a_Shiny_Raid_Shiny_for_Everyone\"><\/span>3. Is a Shiny Raid Shiny for Everyone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>shiny encounters are individual<\/strong>. If you encounter a shiny Pok\u00e9mon in a raid, it doesn&#8217;t mean everyone else in the raid will also see a shiny. Each player&#8217;s game generates a separate encounter and determines shiny status independently.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_Happens_if_a_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon_Runs_Away\"><\/span>4. What Happens if a Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon Runs Away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Even though <strong>Shiny Legendary Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> from raids have a 100% catch rate after a successful hit, they cannot flee once the encounter starts. You are guaranteed to catch it, ensuring you don&#8217;t miss out on the rare shiny.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Are_Certain_Times_of_Day_Better_for_Finding_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon\"><\/span>5. Are Certain Times of Day Better for Finding Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, the time of day does not affect the shiny rate. Shiny encounters are based purely on <strong>RNG<\/strong>, and each raid has an equal chance of producing a shiny, regardless of the time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Does_Having_a_Higher_Trainer_Level_Increase_Shiny_Odds\"><\/span>6. Does Having a Higher Trainer Level Increase Shiny Odds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, your trainer level does not affect your shiny odds in raids. Shiny rates are independent of trainer level and are determined by the base shiny rate of the Pok\u00e9mon and any active event bonuses.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_Can_I_Maximize_My_Chances_of_Finding_Shiny_Raid_Pokemon\"><\/span>7. How Can I Maximize My Chances of Finding Shiny Raid Pok\u00e9mon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Participate in Raid Days:<\/strong> These events offer significantly boosted shiny rates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Focus on Featured Raids:<\/strong> Pay attention to events that feature specific Pok\u00e9mon in raids.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Raid in Groups:<\/strong> While it doesn&#8217;t increase shiny rates directly, raiding with a group makes it easier to defeat the boss quickly and efficiently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_Rarest_Shiny_Pokemon_Obtainable_Through_Raids\"><\/span>8. What is the Rarest Shiny Pok\u00e9mon Obtainable Through Raids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This can vary depending on the Pok\u00e9mon available in raids at any given time. Generally, <strong>Shiny Mythical Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> are considered exceptionally rare, but any shiny Legendary Pok\u00e9mon is a prized catch. As of 2023, <strong>Unown<\/strong> shiny is amongst the rarest in the game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Can_Non-Legendary_Pokemon_Be_Shiny_in_Raids\"><\/span>9. Can Non-Legendary Pok\u00e9mon Be Shiny in Raids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, non-Legendary Pok\u00e9mon can also be shiny in raids. These often have shiny rates closer to the 1 in 62.5 range, but some may have even better odds during specific events.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Does_the_Shiny_Charm_from_Main_Series_Games_Affect_Pokemon_GO_Raid_Encounters\"><\/span>10. Does the Shiny Charm from Main Series Games Affect Pok\u00e9mon GO Raid Encounters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, the <strong>Shiny Charm<\/strong> from the main series Pok\u00e9mon games has no effect on shiny rates in Pok\u00e9mon GO, including raid encounters. <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong> has its own distinct shiny mechanics and rates.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Are_Mega_Raids_More_Likely_to_Give_Shiny_Pokemon\"><\/span>11. Are Mega Raids More Likely to Give Shiny Pok\u00e9mon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mega Raids follow similar shiny rates as other raids. While the base shiny rate isn&#8217;t necessarily higher, <strong>Mega-capable Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> in raids are highly desirable due to their potential for Mega Evolution. As of October 2024, the Shiny rate for Mega-capable Pok\u00e9mon is approximately one in 60.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_What_Happens_If_You_Encounter_a_Shiny_in_a_Remote_Raid\"><\/span>12. What Happens If You Encounter a Shiny in a Remote Raid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Remote raids function identically to in-person raids regarding shiny encounters. If you encounter a shiny Pok\u00e9mon in a remote raid, it has the same 100% catch rate as an in-person raid shiny.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_How_Do_Shiny_Rates_in_Raids_Compare_to_Shiny_Rates_in_the_Wild\"><\/span>13. How Do Shiny Rates in Raids Compare to Shiny Rates in the Wild?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shiny rates in raids are generally much better than shiny rates in the wild, especially for <strong>Legendary Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong>. Wild encounters typically have a base shiny rate around 1 in 500, while raids offer a rate closer to 1 in 20 for Legendary Pok\u00e9mon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Can_You_Tell_If_Someone_Else_in_the_Raid_Got_a_Shiny\"><\/span>14. Can You Tell If Someone Else in the Raid Got a Shiny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You won&#8217;t receive a notification if another trainer finds a shiny in a raid. However, if you&#8217;re communicating with the other trainers, they might announce their shiny encounter in your group chat.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Are_Shadow_Pokemon_from_Raids_Ever_Shiny\"><\/span>15. Are Shadow Pok\u00e9mon from Raids Ever Shiny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>Shadow Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> obtained directly from <strong>Team GO Rocket raids<\/strong> cannot be shiny. The shiny versions are obtained by purifying and evolving the Pok\u00e9mon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How Often Are Raid Pokemon Shiny? Unveiling the Odds The burning question on every Pok\u00e9mon GO trainer&#8217;s mind when facing a raid boss is: &#8220;What are my chances of snagging a shiny?&#8221; The answer, while not always simple, is generally consistent. The standard shiny rate for Legendary Pokemon in raids is approximately 1 in 20. &#8230; <a title=\"How often are raid Pokemon shiny?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/how-often-are-raid-pokemon-shiny\/\" aria-label=\"More on How often are raid Pokemon shiny?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-119573","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119573","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=119573"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119573\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=119573"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=119573"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=119573"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}