Is Shiny Regigigas Really a Myth? Unpacking the Mystery and How to Snag One (Maybe)
Ever stared into Regigigas’s pixelated eyes and thought, “I wish you were cooler?” Hold on tight! Shiny Regigigas is more than a dream. The Normal-type titan can have a new color. We’re here to help you snag this rare beast for your collection.
Shiny Regigigas: Where Do You Find This Glittering Giant?
Can you catch a Shiny Regigigas? The answer is YES. If you win Regigigas in raid battles, a chance exists for a Shiny version. Even if it’s small, it’s a chance.
Crown Tundra Adventures: Shiny Hunting in Sword and Shield
In Pokémon Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra, there is good news! Shiny Regigigas spawns there too. Remember Dynamax Adventures? Use them! To find Shiny Regigigas in Galar, jump into these adventures and face him in a raid den.
Shiny hunting in Crown Tundra involves resets. Keep battling. If it’s not shiny, reset and try again. The shiny reveal happens during the raid, not on the results screen after adventures. So, keep your eyes focused!
Now, let’s talk odds. Regigigas has specific rules. The Shiny Charm? It doesn’t work. You face the standard full odds for shiny encounters. Prepare for a long hunt!
Pokémon GO: Regigigas Returns with a Shiny Surprise!
Pokémon GO trainers, listen! Regigigas is back in raids, and it’s bringing its shiny form! For the first time, Shiny Regigigas is available. Get ready to raid and hope for luck!
Shiny Locking: When “Shiny” is Just a Dream
Let’s quickly discuss “Shiny Locked.” This means certain Pokémon never appear as shiny in specific encounters. It’s like the game saying, “Nope, not this one.”
Regigigas and Friends: Not Shiny Locked (Praise Arceus!)
Good news! Regigigas and its Regi friends are not shiny locked during static encounters. This also applies to Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion from Unova. If you hunt these legends, a shiny surprise could come your way.
Shiny Locked Hall of Shame: Pokémon to Watch Out For
Not all Pokémon give shiny forms easily. The Indigo Disk DLC for Scarlet and Violet brought new shiny locks. Many new Legendaries and Paradox Pokémon can’t be shiny now. Some Tera Types are shiny locked in this DLC too.
Examples include Cosmog in Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra. Type: Null from the Battle Tower is shiny locked. Also, Leon’s Charmander is another example. Titan Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet cannot be shiny in their first encounters. Don’t forget legendary Pokémon like Reshiram, Zekrom, and Victini are shiny locked in specific cases.
Raging Bolt: Shiny Locked… For Now?
The Raging Bolt in Indigo Disk DLC is a bit confusing. Yes, Shiny Raging Bolt exists in the game data. However! It is currently shiny-locked in the wild. Some call it “unreleased” and playable only offline. The mystery continues!
Shiny Hunting 101: Odds, Charms, and Square Shinies – Oh My!
Let’s get into shiny hunting – odds, charms, and those rare Square Shinies.
The Base Shiny Odds: A History Lesson
Back in Generation 3, finding a shiny Pokémon was like winning a 1 in 8192 lottery. Imagine the dedication back then! Modern games are better but the hunt remains tough.
Consider Combee. Only females evolve, which are already rare (1/8 chance). Add the shiny odds (like 1/512 for one boosted) and shiny female Combee odds grow even harder. Breeding is a statistical rollercoaster.
Regi Shiny Odds: Square Shiny Shenanigans
For the Regis, shiny types are unique. Recent generations have two types: Star Shinies (common) and Square Shinies (rare). For static encounters, a shiny has a boosted chance (1/16) to be a Square Shiny. But odds for a random Regi remain high at 1/65536. Square Shinies are cool yet still very rare.
Shiny Charm: Does it Help with Regis? Nope.
The Shiny Charm does not boost chances for Shiny Regigigas. Similar to its Regi kin, it can’t entice the Shiny Charm. You stick with the basic shiny odds. Pure patience is required.
Regirock Shiny Odds: A Glimmer of Hope?
Interestingly, trainers report better odds for Shiny Regirock. Odds range from 1 in 20 to 1 in 50 encounters. This may be anecdotal but perhaps Regirock is feeling nice? Or maybe it’s just luck playing with our minds.
Static Encounter Shiny Odds: Square Shiny Boost Explained
If a static encounter is shiny, it has a higher chance (1/16) of being a Square Shiny vs wild encounters. Square Shinies are rarer in wild areas but static encounters see a different rate.
Related Pokémon and Their Shiny Status: A Quick Rundown
Time to review the shiny availability of Regigigas’s family and related legends.
Regidrago and Regieleki: Shiny GO Debuts!
Yes, both Regidrago and Regieleki can be shiny in Pokémon GO! They had shiny debuts as raid bosses in November 2024. Galarian Corsola joined in too, making it a shiny bonanza for Electric- and Dragon-types!
Hoopa Unbound: Still Shiny-less
Hoopa Unbound remains shiny-locked – across Pokémon GO and main games. No shiny form exists yet. Poor Hoopa stays regular.
Keldeo: Shiny Reward for Pokedex Masters
Shiny Keldeo is now available! To get it, complete the Galar, Isle of Armor, and Crown Tundra Pokédexes in Sword and Shield. Then claim this Shiny Keldeo as a mystery gift from Pokémon HOME.
Zeraora: Event Exclusive and Now… Gone
Shiny Zeraora was obtainable through a Max Raid Battle event in Sword and Shield. Trainers had to participate to claim it as a Mystery Gift. But the event is over. Shiny Zeraora cannot be obtained now.
Zamazenta: Shiny Reward Potential
There’s a chance for Shiny Zamazenta (Hero of Many Battles form) during some special distributions or events. Keep an eye out!
Rayquaza: Tera Raid and Trade Options
Shiny Rayquaza is found in special Tera Raid events in Scarlet and Violet. If missed, you can find it via trades in Pokémon Sun and Moon.
Meloetta: Pokedex Completion, Round Two!
To get a Shiny Meloetta, channel your inner Pokedex completionist. Conquer the Pokedexes in Pokémon HOME. Focus on Paldea, Kitakami, and Blueberry Academy. Ensure registered Pokémon were caught or hatched in Scarlet and Violet. Claim your Shiny Meloetta in the mobile app. Pokedex completion unlocks mythical shinies!
Eternatus: Legal Shiny Existence!
Yes, Shiny Eternatus is legal and can be obtained in Pokémon Sword and Shield. Go catch this cosmic dragon in its alternate colors!
Galarian Birds: Shiny Expedition Success!
During the “Galarian Expedition” event in October 2024, Galarian Birds (Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres) now have a shiny chance! Revisit those roaming legendaries; hope for a colorful encounter.
Catching the Giants: Tips for Taming Regigigas and Its Kin
Okay, you are excited to catch these legendary titans. Here’s a quick rundown to encounter and catch Regigigas and its Pokémon.
Regigigas in Emerald: A Retro Quest
You can catch Regigigas in Pokémon Emerald. It’s a retro scavenger hunt. First, catch Regirock, Registeel, and Regice. Head to the Island Cave on Route 105 with these Regis. Regigigas awaits. Classic puzzle solving!
Regieleki in Crown Tundra: Electric Puzzle Power
To get Regieleki in Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra, you need the original Regis. That means Regirock, Regice, and Registeel. Catch them, put them in your party, and go to the Split-Decision Ruins in Three-Point Pass. Solve the panel puzzle and Regieleki electrifies your team.
Regidrago Catching Pro-Tip: Excellent Throws are Key
Aim for Excellent throws when battling Regidrago! Your catch rate increases with those precise shots. Practice those throws, trainers!
Regigigas Lore and Quirks: Fun Facts About the Colossus
Let’s explore the lore and quirky facts about Regigigas and its creations.
Regi Creation Story: God of Earth and Elemental Energies
Legend says Regidrago was created by Regigigas from crystallized dragon energy. Also, Regieleki was born from pure electric energy, thanks to Regigigas. Lore depicts Regigigas as the “God of Earth,” creator of the Earth alongside Groudon, the Volcano God. Heavy for a Normal-type Pokémon!
Regigigas’s Achilles Heel: Slow Start
Despite its stats, Regigigas has a drawback: Slow Start. This ability halves its Attack and Speed for the first five turns. Ouch. Some say this makes it the “worst legendary” of Gen 4 and one of the weakest fully evolved Pokémon of that generation. A balancing act!
Regieleki: Speed Demon of the Regis
Conversely, Regieleki is the speedster. This Electric-type boasts a base 200 Speed stat. It is unbelievably fast. Regieleki stands as the speed demon of the Regi family. It makes Regigigas seem slow (which it is, thanks to Slow Start).
So, trainers! The shimmering saga of Shiny Regigigas unraveled. Happy hunting, and may the RNG gods favor you!
