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What are Evolution Stones?
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

What are Evolution Stones?

Discover where to find all the Evolution Stones in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, including the Grand Underground and specific locations.

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Discover where to find all the Evolution Stones in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, including the Grand Underground and specific locations.

Alright, so you're wondering about those special Evolution Stones in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, huh? Think of them as super-rare keys that can unlock new forms for some of your favorite Pokemon. You can stumble upon them while exploring the Sinnoh region, but the real hotbed for these treasures is the Grand Underground. It's a bit of a gamble digging them up, but totally worth it!

If you're new to digging around in the Grand Underground, I've got a separate guide that breaks down exactly how to do it. It's pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it!

BDSP Evolution Stones List

There are quite a few different Evolution Stones, and each one is used to evolve specific Pokemon. I've put together a list below so you can see what they are. We're still working on pinpointing every single location for each one, but this will give you a great starting point. Just click on any stone to get more details about where to find it and which Pokemon it helps evolve!

IconEvolution StoneDescription
Dawn StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It sparkles like a glittering eye.
Dusk StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It holds shadows as dark as can be.
Fire StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. The stone has a fiery orange heart.
Leaf StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It has an unmistakable leaf pattern.
Moon StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It is as black as the night sky.
Shiny StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It shines with a dazzling light.
Sun StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It burns as red as the evening sun.
Thunder StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It has a distinct thunderbolt pattern.
Water StoneA peculiar stone that can make certain species of Pokémon evolve. It is the blue of a pool of clear water.
Tips for Finding Stones
  • Keep an eye out while you're digging in the Grand Underground! Stones are rare finds, but they do pop up.
  • Don't forget to dig up the stones before the walls collapse – you'll lose your chance otherwise!

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