Trainers frequently inquire about how to catch Litwick in Pokémon GO and are also curious about the possibility of encountering its shiny variant. Litwick is sought after for various reasons, notably for its final evolution, Chandelure, which is an excellent choice for PvE battles. While both standard and shiny variants are present in the game, obtaining the shiny version proves to be quite a challenge due to its low spawn rates.
Litwick made its debut during the “A Unova Unveiling”event on September 16, 2019. The shiny variant was introduced later, on October 15, 2022, as part of a special Community Day event.
Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to acquire both Litwick and its shiny form in Pokémon GO. Don’t miss the upcoming Spotlight Hour event in October 2024, where you can encounter and capture these elusive Pokémon.
Ways to Obtain Litwick in Pokémon GO
As of October 2024, trainers can acquire Litwick in the following ways:
- Capture Litwick in the wild
- Hatch Pokémon Eggs
- Participate in raids against Litwick
- Complete Research Tasks
- Achieve victories in GO Battle League
- Trade with friends
1) Capture Litwick in the Wild
To find wild Litwick in Pokémon GO, explore areas during in-game Sunny or Foggy weather, as these conditions trigger a Weather Boost, enhancing spawn rates. Additionally, employing lure strategies can significantly improve your chances of encountering wild Litwick.
By activating Lure Modules and Incense during the Spotlight Hour or the Halloween 2024 event when Litwick is abundant, you can attract these Pokémon to your location. Lure Modules can be placed at PokéStops, while you can use Incense directly by itself to increase your chances of finding Litwick.
2) Hatch Pokémon Eggs
To hatch eggs, place them in Incubators and walk the required distances. Litwick can be hatched from these eggs, so be on the lookout for events that encourage egg hatching to increase your chances of receiving Litwick in Pokémon GO.
3) Defeat Litwick in Raids
Litwick can often be found as a one-star raid boss. To defeat it, focus on using Dark-, Ghost-, Ground-, Rock-, and Water-type moves, which are particularly effective against this Pokémon. Ensure your counters are equipped with these moves to increase your chances of victory.
Here are some recommended Pokémon with their corresponding Fast and Charged Moves to take on Litwick, whether you’re raiding solo or with a team:
- Rhyperior: Mud Slap and Rock Wrecker
- Tyranitar: Bite and Brutal Swing
- Blacephalon: Astonish and Shadow Ball
- Kyogre: Waterfall and Origin Pulse
- Tyranitar: Rock Throw and Meteor Beam
- Hydreigon: Bite and Brutal Swing
4) Complete Research Tasks
Although you cannot catch Litwick through Research Tasks during Spotlight Hour, you may encounter it by finishing particular lines during Litwick Community Day. Be sure to complete the specific research tasks that yield Litwick as a reward.
5) Participate in GO Battle League
The GO Battle League mode allows you to engage with trainers online to enhance your combat skills while earning Candies, Stardust, and Pokémon encounters. If Litwick is featured in raids again, participating in GO Battle League can bring you closer to adding this Pokémon to your collection.
6) Trading
Whether you have caught a Litwick yourself or are seeking one from a friend, trading remains a solid option. Keep in mind that trading costs Stardust, and interactions must occur within a 100-meter radius between friends.
How to Obtain Shiny Litwick in Pokémon GO?
As of October 2024, here’s how to acquire Shiny Litwick:
- Capture Wild Shiny Litwick
- Hatch Pokémon Eggs
- Defeat Shiny Litwick in Raids
- Complete Research Tasks
- Achieve victories in the GO Battle League
- Trade for it
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