How to get Pokemon Sword and Shield Shiny Galarian Slowpoke

A recent Pokemon Direct presentation revealed that an Expansion Superpass * is coming to Pokemon Sword and Shield. The DLC is currently available for pre-order, although even players who are not part of their money are able to take advantage of the opportunity to catch Galarian Slowpoke in the game. In this guide, we will teach you not only how to get Galarian Slowpoke but also how to master the rare Shiny Galarian Slowpoke Pokemon Sword and Shield variant.

How to get Galarian Slowpoke in Pokemon Sword and Shield

After downloading the latest update, you'll want to launch Pokemon Sword or Pokemon Shield and head to the town of Wedgehurst. Once you are there, go to the train station and you should meet one of the two new characters. After being introduced to Klara or Avery, depending on the version of the game you own, interact with the Galician Slowpoke who prowls to engage him in battle and capture him with a Pokeball.

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How to breed a Shiny Galarian Slowpoke in Pokemon Sword and Shield

When you first encounter Galarian Slowpoke at Wedgehurst Train Station, there appears to be a 0% chance that a brilliant variant will appear in battle. That doesn't mean you can't get your hands on it.

By using the Masuda method, you can increase your chances of breeding a shiny galarian Slowpoke. You can check out our complete guide to the Masuda method for more details or just follow the steps mentioned below:

It's worth noting that the process relies entirely on luck, so it may take a long or no time to hatch a Shiny Galarian Slowpoke.