Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Teal Mask DLC: Shiny Locked Pokémon Revealed

The highly anticipated Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has finally arrived, bringing with it a wide range of new and returning Pokémon to the game. However, for those looking to catch shiny versions of these Pokémon, be prepared for a disappointment. Several of the new Pokémon introduced in the DLC are shiny locked, meaning that they will not appear in their shiny form, no matter how many times you reload the game.

What are Shiny Locked Pokémon?

A shiny locked Pokémon is one that has a fixed encounter in the game, and its shiny version is not available for the player to catch. This typically occurs with Legendary or Mythical Pokémon, as well as certain static encounters. However, it's worth noting that these Pokémon may still have shiny versions available in the future, but not for the current encounter.

Shiny Locked Pokémon in the Teal Mask DLC

According to dataminers, the following Pokémon are shiny locked in the Teal Mask DLC:

• Okidogi
• Munkidori
• Fezandipit
• Milotic
• Ariados
• Bloodmoon Ursaluna
• All forms of Ogerpon

These Pokémon will not appear in their shiny form, even if you reload the game multiple times.

How to Know if a Pokémon is Shiny Locked

The best way to determine if a Pokémon is shiny locked is to check the game's code. Dataminers have poured through the game's data to discover which Pokémon are shiny locked, and this information is often shared online. However, it's worth noting that shiny locked Pokémon are typically only found in Legendary or Mythical encounters, or in static encounters that also have wild spawns.

Good News for Pokémon Breeders

While some Pokémon in the Teal Mask DLC are shiny locked, many others are not. In fact, most of the new Pokémon introduced in the DLC can be found in their shiny form while exploring the Kitakami region. This includes Pokémon like Poltchageist, which has a chance to appear in its shiny form, even for players who don't have the shiny charm.

Conclusion

While the Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has introduced some shiny locked Pokémon, there is still plenty of opportunity for players to catch shiny versions of other Pokémon. By understanding which Pokémon are shiny locked, players can focus on catching the ones that are available in their shiny form. With a little luck and patience, you can add a shiny Pokémon to your collection.

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