How to get Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, and Venusaur in Pokemon Legends ZA

Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, and Venusaur in Pokemon Legends ZA make a powerful comeback, giving longtime Kanto fans a nostalgic yet challenging opportunity to relive one of the franchise’s most iconic evolutionary lines.

Whether you’re progressing through side missions, exploring Lumiose City’s postgame zones, or unlocking Mega Evolution, this Grass/Poison trio offers one of the most rewarding experiences in the game.

Here’s everything you need to know to catch, evolve, and master the Bulbasaur line in Pokemon Legends ZA.

How to Get Bulbasaur in Pokemon Legends ZA

There are two reliable ways to add Bulbasaur to your team in Pokemon Legends ZA - one available during the story and another that opens up in the postgame.

Early-Game Method - “A Call from Mable” (Side Mission 22)

After completing several research assignments for Professor Mable in Lumiose City, players will unlock Side Mission 22: “A Call from Mable.” Upon finishing this mission, Mable rewards you with the chance to choose one of the three classic Kanto starters - Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle - as a partner Pokémon.

Selecting Bulbasaur allows you to acquire this starter early in your adventure, without waiting until the postgame.

It’s the quickest and most straightforward way to begin your journey with one of the original Grass-type Pokémon.

Postgame Method – Wild Zone 20

After completing the main story and watching the end credits, players gain access to Wild Zone 20, a vast new biome filled with rare Pokémon. Bulbasaur can be found near the southern entrance of the area, particularly between the eastern pond and the nearby gate.Bulbasaur’s appearance rate here isn’t guaranteed, so if it doesn’t spawn, you can refresh the area by fast-traveling in and out of the zone.

Occasionally, you might even encounter an Alpha Bulbasaur, a rare variant with significantly boosted stats and a larger, more intimidating size.Bulbasaurs found in Wild Zone 20 are usually around Level 50-55, which means they can evolve into Ivysaur and Venusaur almost immediately after capture.

How to Evolve Bulbasaur into Ivysaur in Pokemon Legends ZA

Bulbasaur evolves into Ivysaur at Level 16 - sticking to the classic evolution path fans know from the mainline games.

There are no naturally spawning Ivysaurs in the open world, so evolution is the only way to obtain one.If you’ve caught a high-level Bulbasaur from Wild Zone 20, it can evolve right away - either by leveling up once or by using a Leaf Stone. Ivysaur maintains its dual Grass/Poison typing and gains access to a powerful move pool including Giga Drain, Sludge Bomb, and Sleep Powder. These make it a reliable mid-stage evolution that excels during early and midgame battles.

How to Evolve Ivysaur into Venusaur in Pokemon Legends ZA

Once your Ivysaur reaches Level 32, it evolves into Venusaur, completing the Bulbasaur evolutionary line. Venusaur isn’t found in the wild, so evolution remains the only route to obtain it.However, completing the main story unlocks something even greater - Mega Venusaur. After the credits roll, players can participate in a Rogue Pokémon battle in the Lumiose Outskirts. Winning this battle rewards you with the Venusaurite, a special Mega Stone that allows Venusaur to Mega Evolve during battles.Mega Venusaur is a defensive powerhouse, boasting heightened bulk and an impressive boost to its Special Attack. It’s particularly effective in both offline challenges and online competitive matches, solidifying its role as one of the best Grass-types in the game.

Shiny Hunting and Collector Tips

• Shiny Bulbasaur can appear in Wild Zone 20, although the odds remain standard. To increase your chances, save before encountering one and reload if it isn’t shiny. • Completing all Pokédex research entries for Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, and Venusaur raises your Research Rank and slightly improves shiny encounter rates. • Venusaur’s Mega Evolution synergizes well with sunlight-based teams, enhancing moves like Solar Beam and Weather Ball under sunny conditions.The Bulbasaur family’s return in Pokemon Legends ZA perfectly blends nostalgia and discovery. From earning your Bulbasaur through Professor Mable’s quest to exploring Wild Zone 20 for rare Alpha variants and mastering Mega Venusaur’s true potential, this line offers one of the most complete evolutionary experiences in the game.Also read: How to get Charmander, Charmeleon, and Charizard in Pokemon Legends ZAWhether you’re hunting for shinies, battling through Lumiose City, or simply reliving your Kanto memories, Venusaur’s reintroduction in Z-A ensures that your loyal Grass-type companion remains just as strong - and just as legendary - as ever.