Summary
WithLegends: Z-Aon the horizon as the nextPokemongame, many players inScarlet and Violetare looking for ways to make the most out of their Paldean adventure until they return to Kalos. Between the obvious finishing of the story paths or participating in online battles, there’s plenty still to do inPokemon Scarlet and Violetbefore next year rolls around.
Since there’s an extended window of time beforeLegends: Z-Ais available compared to previous back-to-backPokemonreleases, there’s even more time toenjoy whatScarlet and Violethave to offer.For players who started on release day, or those who picked it up yesterday, here are some ideas for fully exploring Paldea, Area Zero, and more inPokemon Scarlet and Violet.
10Defeat All Trainers
Become The Very Best
A somewhat tricky task given an open world environment andwith optional battlesis now the norm,fighting every trainerin the Paldea region, Kitakami region, and the Blueberry Academy is a daunting but worthy challenge for players seeking to complete every encounter inScarlet and Violet.
While certain trainers, such as in the Terrarium and the Ogre Clan members in Kitakami, will notify the player of how many trainers are left, hunting down every battle in Paldea is a touch harder. The Pokemon League rep stationed at some Pokemon Centers definitely narrows down part of the hunt.
9Shiny Hunt
Through Eggs Or Sandwiches
While an already popular pastime for players,shiny huntingfor a player’s most desired Pokemon is always a great way to enjoyScarlet and Violet.There are several methods for hunting, including egg hatching, outbreaks,sandwiches,and more. There’s plenty to hunt with, and plenty to hunt for.
Whether the enticing paradox Pokemon call to players, or the Pokemon released with the two DLCs spark their interest, there are several ways to approach shiny hunting. With Pokemon sizes, special marks, and special forms to search for on top of just a shiny, this is a great option for waiting out therelease ofLegends:Z-A,which will extend even beyond the next release.
8Play In A Union Circle
The Power Of Friendship
This is something specific toScarlet and Violet.Trying the multiplayer side of the game opens up more ways to use sandwiches and get the most out of the Blueberry Quests.
While setting upUnion Circlesis often easier said than done when it comes to finding friends or trusted players, they do provide a distinctly different game experience, especially if the hosting player is in the opposite game, giving players access to different exclusives.
7Collect All Clothing Options
A Fashionable Finish
With plenty of stores across Paldea, and a few exclusive cosmetics found in the land of Kitakami and the Blueberry Academy, a great use of money for players that already have everything iscollecting remaining clothing options.
Since there are special masks and outfits in Kitakami for spending certain amounts, and various other cosmetics in Paldea that charge a sizeable amount, players that have a solid stash of cash might be able to collect all these options in one giant spending spree.
6Beat The Highest Rank Of Ogre Oustin'
A Very Special Munchlax Reward
Introduced inThe Teal MaskDLC,Ogre Oustin’is a fairly challenging minigame that offers decent rewards at every level, but the true reward for the highest difficulty is unmatched. Standing far above mochi and rare berries, a shiny, marked Munchlax is the true crown for Ogre Oustin' competitors.
Since Ogre Oustin' becomes legitimately difficult at higher levels, having a Union Circle is a possible way to counteract the mounting pressure. No matter the challenge,a free and special shinyis hard to pass up.
5Fully Upgrade The League Club
Getting The Best Out Of Blueberry Academy
Offering instant ways to see if a Pokemon enters a certain size range or has a mark, getting even more out of the camera, access to wild starter Pokemon in the Terrarium, and more, divesting points into theLeague Clubis well worth all the rewards. Between extra battles and the wonderful item printer, there is no reason not to complete all possible expansions.
While Union Circles make quick work of gathering plenty of points for upgrades, even solo play allows for a slow but steady accumulation. For players wanting rare Poke Balls especially, the League Club upgrades are invaluable.
4Catch All Snacksworth Legendaries
Free Powerful Pokemon
Another obvious but somewhat tricky way to get the most out of theIndigo DiscDLC is collecting all theLegendary Pokemonthat appear throughout Paldea thanks toSnacksworth at the Blueberry Academy. While this challenge requires completing plenty of Blueberry Quests, and a few in a Union Circle, having access to Legendary Pokemon is hard to pass up.
For newer players, having access to both rare and fairly powerful Pokemon only requires spending time in the Terrarium, and not doing anything that outside of the normal gameplay. Beyond spending time, it’s one of the cheapest ways to get Legendaries.
3Collect All League Club Pokemon
A Very Special Blitzle Reward
Along with plenty of other challenges in the Blueberry Academy, battling against various characters from the main story and Pokemon League in Paldea offers a decent reward beyond all the smaller prizes along the way. While each battle offers a solid monetary reward, getting to the secret final coach is the true goal.
While many players can probably guess who the final coach is, the true point of getting to them is accessing their special trade. Like the other coaches in the League Club, the secret coach offers a Pokemon with a special mark after battling them, but withthe bonus of this Blitzle also being shiny.
2Complete The Pokedexes
Catching ‘Em All Has Never Been Easier
Perhaps the most obvious ultimate challenge in a Pokemon game,completing the Pokedexis always a worthy endeavor. WhileScarlet and Violethasthree different Pokedexes,within the ballpark of 600 total Pokemon to collect, the rewards for such completion beyond bragging rights certainly make up for it.
Offering increased shiny odds, Tera shard drop odds, and Pokemon mark odds, the road to collecting every single Pokemon across both games is no simple feat, but it is one of the truest ways to complete a Pokemon game.
1Bring Briar’s Book To The Crystal Pool
The End To The Professor’s Story
As a true way to cap off the main story inPokemon Scarlet and Violet,making connections from all three regions of the game, players finallyconcluding the story of Professor Turo or Sadais certainly a satisfying end for the Generation Nine games.
While the only big development in completing this somewhat lengthy sidequest is swapping two functionless key items and changing the title screen of the game, the additional lore and details are more than enough for players wanting even more from one of the best narratives in the Pokemon games to date.
