Ultimate Guide and Walkthrough for Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Ultimate Guide and Walkthrough for Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

During the 25th Anniversary Pokémon Presents event in February 2021, the announcement of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl was met with eager anticipation from fans. Given the franchise’s history of remakes, it was expected rather than surprising that the fourth generation would receive its update. Now, nearly nine months post-announcement, players have the opportunity to dive into the Sinnoh region once more.

Despite some mixed feelings about the chibi art style and the omission of certain Pokémon Platinum features, early feedback has generally been positive. This release marks a perfect occasion for those who missed these classics to discover the enchanting world of Sinnoh. To assist players on their journey, this comprehensive guide offers detailed insights and strategies.

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Pokémon Locations

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Since the release of the original Pokémon games over 25 years ago, the number of Pokémon has expanded significantly. In Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, players can catch a total of 493 Pokémon, slightly fewer than in some of the franchise’s more contemporary releases. However, this still provides an impressive challenge for completionists.

As has become customary, the games include several version-exclusive Pokémon, featuring a range of rare Legendaries as well. This guide will detail the locations of all Pokémon, including tips for capturing the more elusive ones scattered throughout both games. Additionally, players will learn how to obtain special gift Pokémon, such as Mew and Jirachi.

Individual Pokémon Guides

Mythical & Legendary Pokémon
Manaphy Phione Mew
Jirachi Dialga (BD) Palkia (SP)
Uxie Mesprit Azelf
Cresselia Giratina Heatran
Regirock Royal Registeel
Regulates Broads Latios
Articuno (SP) Zapdos (SP) Moltres (SP)
Raikou (BD) Entei (BD) Suicune (BD)
Mewtwo Lugia (SP) Ho-Oh (BD)
Kyogre Groudon Rayquaza
Shaymin Darkrai Arceus
Regular Pokémon
Bulbasaur Charmander Squirtle
Eevee Leafeon Glaceon
Pikachu Raichu Abra
Ditto Ditto (Foreign) Lapras
Mr. Mime Growlithe Alakazam
Munchlax Riolu Lucario
Togepi Togekiss Eleks
Burmy Rotom Steelix
Honchkrow Rosed Mismagius
Giggles Spiritomb Tentacool
Buneary Aipom Gible
Drifloon Buizel Unown
Porygon2 Magnezon Probopass
Mamoswine Glalie Dusknoir
Ralts Froslass Glailie
Dusclops Dratini Magmortar
Barboach Metagross Aerodactyl
Croagunk Tyranitar Blissey
Rhyperior Golem Mareep
Scissors Kingdra Hunt
Gorebyss Vespiques Milotic
Gliscor

Collective Pokémon Guides

  • All Legendary Pokémon and Their Locations
  • Brilliant Diamond Exclusives and Their Locations
  • Shining Pearl Exclusives and Their Locations
  • Complete Guide to Every Eeveelution and How to Obtain Them
  • Pokémon Found in the Grand Underground
  • Pokémon Available in the Trophy Garden
  • Poke Radar Pokémon Locations
  • Swarm Pokémon Overview
  • Fossil Pokémon Locations
  • Safari Zone Pokémon
  • Details on In-Game Trades
  • Pokémon That Evolve Through Trading
  • Pokémon That Evolve Through Friendship
  • Pokémon Evolving After Specific Move Mastery
  • Pre-National Dex Pokémon Collection
Top Pokémon by Type
Fire Water Grass
Electric Ice Fighting
Poison Ground Flying
Psychic Bug Rock
Ghost Dark Dragon
Steel Fairy

Key Item Locations

HMs
Rock Smash Cut Strength
Fly Defog Surf
Rock Climb Waterfall
Evolution Stones
Fire Stones Water Stones Thunder Stones
Leaf Stones Moon Stones Sun Stones
Shiny Stones Dusk Stones Dawn Stones
Rods
Old Rod Good Rod Super Rod
TMs
Dark Pulse Sludge Bomb Energy Ball
Giga Drain Flash Mean Look
Earthquake
Battle Items
X Def X Sp. Def X Attack
X Sp. Attack X Accuracy X Speed
Say Hit Guard Spec.
Held Items
Focus Sash Soothe Bell Lucky Egg
Expert Belt Miracle Seed Charcoal
Amulet Coin Quick Claw Mystic Water
Razor Claw Reaper Cloth
Miscellaneous Items
Master Balls Mysterious Shards Ramanas Park Slates
Fossils Rare Candies Bike
Valley Windworks Key Hotel Suite Key Warehouse Key
Heart Scales
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