What is the triple Masuda method?

What is the Triple Masuda Method?

The Triple Masuda Method is a popular breeding technique among Pokémon trainers, which involves breeding foreign or different language Pokémon to generate eggs with a higher chance of having a shiny offspring. In this article, we will delve into the details of this method and answer some of the most frequently asked questions regarding its implementation.

Understanding Shiny Pokémon

Before exploring the Triple Masuda Method, let’s briefly discuss shiny Pokémon. Pokémon with a shiny trait have their usual color palette altered to another color. For example, a shiny Magikarp may have a deeper blue color instead of its usual yellow scales. Shiny Pokémon are extremely rare and a prized possession among Pokémon enthusiasts.

A Brief History of the Masuda Method

The Masuda Method, also referred to as the "Masuda Berry Method," was first introduced by Dr. Junichi Masuda, a former Creatures Inc. game designer and director who worked on the Pokémon series. This original method involves breeding a Pokémon that is native to a different language or regional version of the game with another of the same species. The offspring spawned from this breeding process will have an extremely low chance of being shiny compared to regular breeding.

Evolving the Masuda Method: The Triple Masuda Method

Now, let’s move on to the subject of this article – the Triple Masuda Method. This advanced technique boosts the chances of getting a shiny offspring with the Masuda Method alone. By using three language-specific Pokémon from different regions or the Generation IV Pokémon, Togedemaru, you can further elevate the chances of producing a shiny offspring from 1 in 8,192 (Masuda Method) to roughly 1 in 682.

• Using Three Language-specific Pokémon
  The Triple Masuda Method requires the use of three Language-specific Pokémon, each from a distinct region or Generation. For instance:
  • First-Language Pokémon: A Pokémon native to the Japanese language, such as Pikachu ()
  • Second-Language Pokémon: A Pokémon native to the English language, such as Oddish (EN)
  • Third-Language Pokémon: A Pokémon native to French, such as Sandshrew (FR)
• Incompatibility Issues
  Some factors to keep in mind:
  • You cannot use a region-specific Pokémon as a third-generation equivalent. For instance, you cannot use the first-generation Eevee language-specific form as a third-generation spawn.
  • Some Pokémon cannot generate eggs through breeding due to their egg-group compatibility.

Why the Triple Masuda Method is Effective

Utilizing three language-specific Pokémon to initiate breeding greatly increases the likelihood of developing a shiny offspring. The logic remains the same as the Masuda method: breeding two foreign individuals to create a Pokémon with an extended shiny gene. The probability might seem overwhelming, but donning the right language-specific combination has a considerable impact on your odds

Calculating Chances

• Masuda Method: 1 in 8,192 to 1 in 4,096 approximately
• Triple Masuda Method: 1 in 682

Some trainers find it intriguing (and intimidating) to try your luck with this advanced technique, knowing such a vast difference exists betwe

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