Unveiling Gimmighoul: The Unique Pokémon in Scarlet and Violet
Introduction to Gimmighoul: A Ghostly Puzzle
In the world of Pokémon Violet and Scarlet, one of the standout creatures is undeniably Gimmighoul. This ghostly character, enveloped in mystery, was created 1,500 years ago within the confines of a treasure chest. According to lore, anyone who attempts to steal from this treasure chest will suffer a fate worse than death, as they have their life force drained away. Gimmighoul presents two distinct forms: the captivating Chest Form and the elusive Roaming Form, which resembles a small, insect-like spirit. When evolved, Gimmighoul transforms into Gholdengo, a striking entity composed of 1,000 coins. While the mechanics of evolving Gimmighoul are straightforward, be prepared for an extensive coin-collecting adventure.
How to Evolve Gimmighoul in Pokémon Violet and Scarlet
First Steps: Capturing Gimmighoul
To evolve Gimmighoul (known as Pokémon number 392 in Violet), you’ll first need to locate and capture it. Check every treasure chest you encounter, especially those hidden in watchtowers, lighthouses, or ancient ruins. Interacting with these chests triggers a battle, allowing you to catch Gimmighoul upon its defeat.
Key Note: While roaming Gimmighoul can be spotted, it cannot be captured. Therefore, your evolution journey must begin with the Chest Form, although there is a noteworthy exception we’ll discuss later.
Identical Mechanics Across Versions: The method for evolving Gimmighoul remains the same in both Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. You’ll need to collect a whopping 999 Gimmighoul coins to initiate its transformation into Gholdengo. So, it’s time to start gathering those coins!
Effective Strategies for Collecting 999 Gimmighoul Coins
Once you’re ready to evolve your Pokémon, keep in mind that the evolution process consumes your collected coins. If you hit the target of 999 before evolving and continue to collect more, these excess coins will be temporarily held by the janitor at Medali until your total drops below 999.
Where to Find Gimmighoul Coins? Here are some helpful strategies:
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Roaming Gimmighoul: While you can’t capture this smaller form, it’s an excellent source of coins. Frequently found roaming around, encountering this variant causes it to scatter its coin stash (between 1 to 200 coins) and disappear quickly.
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Capturing Wild Chest Form: This method yields between 10 to 777 coins per encounter. Catching or defeating a wild Chest Form is your best bet for amassing coins, though they are less common and respawn at a slower rate than the roaming variety.
- Connecting with Pokémon GO: You can link your Pokémon GO account to your Nintendo Switch using a postcard transfer. This connection grants you a limited-time opportunity to catch the roaming Gimmighoul, which appears about every 90 seconds for a short window. Keep in mind, though, that using the Coin Bag acts like incense and can’t be paired with other items.
Steps to Acquire the Coin Bag for Pokémon GO:
- Pair your Nintendo Switch with your smartphone.
- Access your Postcard book in Pokémon GO.
- Select a postcard and click the button to Send to Nintendo Switch.
- On your Switch, choose Connect to Pokémon GO and follow the prompts.
After completing these steps, the Coin Bag will appear in your inventory, ready for use.
Wrapping Up: Your Path to Evolving Gimmighoul
Now that you understand how to evolve Gimmighoul into Gholdengo and have the fastest methods for collecting those precious coins, you’re set for your adventure. Happy hunting as you delve into the exciting world of Pokémon Violet and Scarlet!