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Shiny Necrozma (Image via The Pokemon Company)
We first saw Shiny Necrozma in Pokemon GO during Pokemon GO Fest 2024, making it one of the most anticipated Legendary shinies. After August 25, 2025, it became globally available in standard 5-star Raid rotations, meaning any trainer can encounter it outside of exclusive events.If you missed out on this creature during the previous cycle, you should definitely consider trying your luck this time. This article will walk you through everything you need to know to get a Shiny Necrozma in Pokemon GO
How to get Shiny Necrozma in Pokemon GO
To find Shiny Necrozma in Pokemon GO, trainers must: • Wait for official raid announcements featuring Necrozma. • Defeat Necrozma in 5-star Raids. • Check the encounter screen, as shiny odds are only determined after the battle.You can also opt for trading to get a Shiny Necrozma in Pokemon GO, but if you don’t have this shiny monster registered in your Pokedex, you will be losing a lot of Stardust in the process.
Shiny Rates and the Hunt for a Shundo Necrozma in Pokemon GO
Shiny Necrozma and its fusions in Pokemon Ultra Sun (Image via The Pokemon Company)
The shiny odds for Necrozma are 1 in 20 (5%) during standard raids, though this rate may improve to 1 in 10 (10%) during special Raid Days.A shundo Necrozma - a shiny with perfect 15/15/15 IVs - is the ultimate prize but requires extreme luck.
IV rolls only apply to Necrozma itself; Solgaleo or Lunala’s stats do not carry over during fusion.While getting a shundo is purely based on luck, you can use Bottle Caps on Necrozma in Pokemon GO. Using a Bottle Cap through Hyper Training will maximize Necrozma’s IVs, and this improvement will carry over even if the beast is later fused into forms like Dusk Mane or Dawn Wings Necrozma.
Necrozma Fusion Mechanics in Pokemon GO: Shiny Dusk Mane and Dawn Wings
One of Necrozma’s unique features in Pokémon GO is its ability to fuse with Solgaleo or Lunala.
Importantly, if the base Necrozma is shiny, the fused forms will also retain the shiny status.To create a shiny fusion: • Dusk Mane Necrozma (Solgaleo Fusion): 1,000 Solar Fusion Energy, 30 Necrozma Candy, 30 Cosmog Candy, and Solgaleo. • Dawn Wings Necrozma (Lunala Fusion): 1,000 Lunar Fusion Energy, 30 Necrozma Candy, 30 Cosmog Candy, and Lunala.Fusions are reversible at no extra cost, and the shiny effect persists across all forms.
Visual Differences in Shiny Necrozma Forms
Shiny Necrozma in Pokemon GO has the following details: • Base Form: A blue-teal body with prism-like highlights, replacing its original black-and-yellow scheme. • Dusk Mane Form: A striking blue and pink palette instead of the usual yellow. • Dawn Wings Form: A sea-blue and pink appearance that contrasts the typical purple design.
Proven Tips for Shiny and Shundo Necrozma Hunting
• Maximize Raid Attempts: Join large groups through the Campfire app or local communities to farm raids efficiently. • Stockpile Passes: Gather Premium and Remote Raid Passes ahead of Necrozma events. • Catch Smarter: Since shiny Necrozma has a 100% catch rate, use Pinap Berries for bonus candy unless you’re chasing a hundo, in which case Golden Razz is safer. • Check IVs Quickly: Perfect IV Necrozma appears at 2,104 CP (no weather boost). Always favorite high-IV or shiny catches. • Prepare for Fusion: Keep farming Necrozma raids for extra candy, Cosmog candy, and Fusion Energy. • Consider Special Trades: Coordinate trades with friends to secure a shiny lucky Necrozma, though it will cost significant Stardust if not registered.
Extra Facts Trainers Should Know
• Shiny Necrozma cannot be identified in battle; the shiny reveal only happens on the catch screen. • Fusing and separating forms does not consume additional Pokémon or energy, preserving both the shiny status and resources. • Trading shiny Necrozma may be expensive in Stardust but offers another chance at lucky status and higher IVs.Also read: Pokemon GO Necrozma Raid Guide: Best Counters, Strategy, 100% IVs, Strengths, Weaknesses, Fusion Unlocks, and MoreLet us know if our guide helped you catch a Shiny Necrozma in Pokemon GO. Follow us for guides on everything happening in the Pokeverse.