Can a Shadow Pokémon be lucky?
In the world of Pokémon, there are many ways to make a Pokémon special. One such way is by making it lucky. But can a Shadow Pokémon be lucky as well? In this article, we will explore the answer to this question and provide some insights on what makes a Pokémon lucky.
Direct Answer
To answer the question directly, no, a Shadow Pokémon cannot be lucky. Shadow Pokémon are not tradeable, and this is one of the main reasons why they cannot be lucky. Lucky Pokémon are obtained through trades, and since Shadow Pokémon cannot be traded, they are not eligible to be lucky.
Why can’t Shadow Pokémon be traded?
Shadow Pokémon were initially meant to be tradable, but Niantic, the developers of Pokémon Go, realized that it was too easy to get 100% Pokémon through purification. As a result, they removed the ability to trade Shadow Pokémon. This was done to prevent players from exploiting the system and getting an unfair advantage.
Benefits of Purifying a Shadow Pokémon
Purifying a Shadow Pokémon can have some benefits. For one, it will improve the Pokémon’s appraisal and reduce the amount of Stardust and Candy required for it to Power Up, Evolve, or learn a new attack. Additionally, Purified Shadow Pokémon will forget Frustration and learn Return, a Charged Attack that is exclusive to Purified Pokémon.
Can Shadow Pokémon be Shiny?
Another question that has been asked is whether a Shadow Pokémon can be Shiny. The answer to this is yes, but it is not guaranteed. Shiny Pokémon are extremely rare and can occur with any Pokémon, including Shadow Pokémon.
IV Floor for Lucky Trades
In Pokémon Go, IV Floor for Lucky Trades is 12-15 for all three categories. This means that Lucky Trades are guaranteed to have IVs within this range. However, it is not guaranteed that the IVs will increase. For example, if a Pokémon has IVs of 14-14-14 before the Lucky Trade, it could end up with IVs of 12-12-12 or even lower.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a Shadow Pokémon cannot be lucky because they are not tradeable. Shadow Pokémon were initially meant to be tradable, but Niantic removed the ability to trade them to prevent exploitation. While Shadow Pokémon can be purified and have some benefits, they cannot be lucky. However, Shadow Pokémon can still be Shiny, although it is not guaranteed.