Slowpoke, the lovable but sluggish Pokémon from the Kanto region, can now be found alongside its Galarian variant in the wild. Sure, !
The rarity of shiny Pokémon among species with one or more Galarian evolutions is intriguingly high, making it possible for both a Slowpoke and its corresponding Galarian Slowking to possess the elusive shiny trait. With Pokémon Go’s Group Day for Slowpoke scheduled to occur once more in March 2023, many committed gamers are likely to have already secured the coveted species due to this event. While the difference between shiny and non-shiny Slowpoke may be easily discernible when placed alongside their common counterparts, it can be challenging to distinguish without direct comparison. As you embark on your adventure, be mindful of the sparkles and the shiny indicator above a Pokémon’s title, as they hold the key to discovering the elusive, gentle pink companion.
According to archival data from The Silph Highway, retrieved through the Wayback Machine, the estimated probability of encountering a shiny Pokémon on any given day stands at approximately 1 in 500. Slowpoke will not be a confirmed Pokémon that receives a permanent “permaboost,” meaning it’s an uncommon spawn with a boosted shiny charge.
Not a lot, sadly. The apparent randomness may actually be a complex interplay of factors influencing the outcome. Shiny Pokémon capture rates are predetermined by developer Niantic, typically experiencing boosts during specific events such as Community Days, Safari Zones, or Legendary Raids. There are no consumable items or gadgets that boost Shiny Pokémon spawn rates.