Why Do People Not Purify Shadow Pokémon?
As a Pokémon trainer, deciding whether to purify or not to purify Shadow Pokémon is a common dilemma. Purifying Shadow Pokémon requires a significant amount of Candy and Stardust, leading some trainers to choose against it. In this article, we will explore the reasons why people choose not to purify their Shadow Pokémon.
High Purification Costs
Purifying a Shadow Pokémon costs 20 [Legendary Pokémon] Candy and 20,000 Stardust, which may seem like a big financial commitment. For Legendary Shadow Pokémon, the costs become even higher, with reports of up to 5,000,000 XP being required to purify some. This steep price may deter some trainers from pursuing purification.
Theoretical Purification Method: Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Reduces Candy cost: If done before evolution, it cuts down the cost for subsequent evolutions
Cons: - Massively increased costs: Costs jumps up significantly if not possible without trading
- Cannot Mega Evolve Shadow Pokémon
Comparison to Mega Evolution
In general, Mega Evolving is more popular due to increased stats without additional Candy costs.
- Candy required (20,000 + Legendries)
- Time required (dependent on your CP)
| Increased Candy required |
| Dependence on CP (speed up using Incense/Solar Energy) |
| Difficulty finding the perfect pairing for a Mega Stone |
| Increased pressure as there are no turns like before Mega Evolutions will stop |
| Unlocked more complex strategies that benefit trainers, but |
Shadow Pokémon Stats Remain Steady
Purification only changes the appearance; Shadow Pokémon stats do not improve significantly.
Some Pokémon More Worth Purifying than Others
Considering these costs and the effects, it may be better to purify some rare and Legendary Shadow Pokémon while passing on others to maintain their potency in battle. Key questions arise:
• How often do I purify my Shadow Pokémon based on my team dynamics, Pokémon strengths, and level cap?
• Am I willing to increase costs, time, or potentially struggle with obtaining right stones and pairs?.
Conclusion
Why Do People Not Purify Shadow Pokémon?
While purifying a Shadow Pokémon can lead to better appraisals, reduce candy costs for further evolution and a distinct appearance change; some trainers may prioritize a balance of costs and efforts with the ever-unwavering pursuit of perfection in their teams for an unbeatable strength based on their skills or strategic plays. Keep this trade-off into thought before purifying a particular Pokémon in your future escapades in the Pokémon series!