Violet Paradox Pokémon Iron Valiant

Discover how to find and catch the rare Violet exclusive Paradox Pokémon, Iron Valiant, in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Area Zero. Get tips for battling and capturing this futuristic foe.

Alright, so you're looking to snag yourself an Iron Valiant in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? This one's a Violet exclusive and hangs out in Area Zero, which is pretty cool because Paradox Pokémon are basically remixed versions of older Pokémon, but with a futuristic twist for Violet. You'll need to have finished up the main story quests – Victory Road, Starfall Street, and Path of Legends – before you can even think about heading into Area Zero. Once that's done, you can just fast travel back there anytime via the Zero Gate.

Finding Iron Valiant can be a bit of a hunt, as it's one of the rarer Paradox Pokémon. The key is to head towards Research Station No. 3 in Area Zero. Instead of going right into the station, make your way to the left. Keep going until you spot a big tree sitting under a rock archway. From that tree, turn left and look towards a rocky cliff face. You're looking for a small opening tucked between two rocks. Squeeze through that gap, and you'll find a hidden tunnel that leads into a pretty big, open cave. This is where you'll find Iron Valiant!

Be warned, these guys are pretty aggressive and will charge you right away. They're usually around level 57, so make sure your team is ready for a fight. When it comes to catching them, they can be a little stubborn, so having some Ultra Balls on hand is a good idea to seal the deal.