Learn the best strategies for catching the legendary Zygarde in Pokémon X and Y, including recommended moves, Poké Balls, and status conditions to maximize your chances.
Walkthrough
- 1Zygarde is weak to Ice, Dragon, and Fairy moves. Avoid using these types of attacks.
- 2The best way to catch Zygarde is to use the Master Ball, but this is a one-time item best saved for other Pokémon.
- 3Alternatively, teach a Pokémon moves like Stun Spore or Glare to inflict Paralysis, which increases catch rates.
- 4Use False Swipe to lower Zygarde's HP to 1 without knocking it out. If False Swipe is unavailable, use moves that deal minimal damage.
- 5After paralyzing Zygarde, you can try using Quick Balls for the first few turns.
- 6If Quick Balls fail, continue to lower Zygarde's HP to 1 and start using Ultra Balls.
- 7Keep track of the turns; after 20 turns, Timer Balls become more effective (x3.0 catch rate compared to Ultra Ball's x2.0). Timer Balls can reach x4.0 catch rate later.
- 8Dusk Balls are also a good option since Zygarde is found in a cave.
- 9Note that Sleep and Frozen status conditions are 33% more effective for catching than Paralysis, but they are temporary and may require curing.
- 10Once Zygarde is caught, exit the cave immediately.
Tips
- Zygarde's stats: Level 70, Type: Dragon/Ground.
- Effective status conditions for catching: Paralysis (Stun Spore, Glare), Sleep, Frozen.
- Recommended moves: False Swipe.
- Recommended Poké Balls: Master Ball (use sparingly), Quick Ball (early turns), Ultra Ball, Timer Ball (after 20 turns), Dusk Ball (in cave).
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