Why Isn’t My Rockruff Evolving?
If you’re struggling to get your Rockruff to evolve, you’re not alone. This Pokémon can be frustrating to work with, especially when it comes to its unique evolution requirements. In this article, we’ll dive into the top reasons why your Rockruff might not be evolving and provide you with solutions to overcome these issues.
Check Your Rockruff’s Ability
A common mistake that can prevent Rockruff from evolving is having the wrong ability. Rockruff can only evolve into Dusk Form if it has the Special Ability: Own Tempo. If your Rockruff has a different ability, such as Keen Eye or Vital Spirit, it will evolve into Midday or Midnight Form instead. To get Rockruff to evolve into Dusk Form, make sure it has Own Tempo as its ability.
- How to obtain a Rockruff with Own Tempo:
- Catch a Rockruff in the wild or transfer one from another game that has Own Tempo as its ability.
- Use an Ability Capsule to switch Rockruff’s ability to Own Tempo.
When Does Rockruff Evolve?
Rockruff evolves into Lycanroc at level 25. However, the time of day can affect which form it evolves into. Rockruff will evolve into:
- Midday Form if it is leveled up during the day (6:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
- Midnight Form if it is leveled up at night (6:00 PM – 5:59 AM).
- Dusk Form if it is leveled up during twilight hours (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM) with the Special Ability: Own Tempo.
Make Sure to Level Up in the Correct Location
Rockruff can only evolve into the correct form if it is leveled up in the Wild Area or Isle of Armor. If you try to evolve Rockruff while it is in a different location, it will not evolve.
- Tip: Make sure to catch or transfer Rockruff to the Wild Area or Isle of Armor before trying to evolve it.
Weather and Time Constraints
Weather and time can affect Rockruff’s evolution. If it is windy or raining, Rockruff will not evolve, regardless of the time. Additionally, if it is not during the correct twilight hours (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM) and not having Own Tempo as its ability, Rockruff will not evolve.
| Weather | Time | Effect on Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Windy | Day/Night | Rockruff will not evolve. |
| Raining | Day/Night | Rockruff will not evolve. |
| Sunny/Dreary | Twilight (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM) | Rockruff will evolve into Dusk Form if it has Own Tempo. |
| Dawn/Dusk | Day/ Night | Rockruff will evolve into Midday or Midnight Form. |
Conclusion
Getting Rockruff to evolve can be a challenge, but by understanding its unique evolution requirements, you can successfully evolve it into the correct form. Remember to check Rockruff’s ability, level it up at the correct time and in the correct location, and ensure it is not affected by weather or time constraints.
By following these tips and tricks, you should be able to get your Rockruff to evolve in no time. Happy evolving!