How to Acquire Mega Stones in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Mega Stones are crucial items in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, unlocking the powerful Mega Evolution for your Pokémon, significantly boosting their capabilities in battle. While obtaining these stones isn’t always easy, several methods are available throughout the game, ranging from in-game shops to story progression and special events. Understanding these methods will help you build the ultimate Mega Evolving team.
Purchasing Mega Stones at the Stone Emporium
The Stone Emporium is your one-stop shop for a wide array of Mega Stones, but be prepared to spend your hard-earned Poke Dollars! While the selection is available from the start of your adventure, you’ll first need the Mega Ring, obtained by completing the quest “Chase That Mysterious Pokémon!” after defeating Mega Absol. This shop can be found on Vernal Avenue, conveniently located south of the Vernal PokeCenter. Look for its distinctive purple exterior. Here are key aspects to remember:
- Location: Vernal Avenue, south of Vernal PokeCenter
- Currency: Poke Dollars
- Requirement: Mega Ring (obtained after defeating Mega Absol)
- Availability: Wide selection from the start
Acquiring Mega Stones in Quasartico
Quasartico presents a different path to Mega Stones, requiring Mega Shards instead of Poke Dollars. These shards can be found by breaking the distinctive purple rocks scattered across the city. Access to Quasartico is unlocked after successfully completing the mission “The Secrets of Mega Evolution” and defeating both Dedenne guards. Notably, the Mega Stone selection in Quasartico expands as you progress through the storyline. Defeating prominent trainers will add the Mega Stone of their signature Pokémon to the city’s inventory.
- Currency: Mega Shards (obtained from purple rocks)
- Requirement: Access to Quasartico (after defeating the Dedenne guards).
- Selection: Increases as you defeat key trainers.
- Tip: Explore Quasartico thoroughly to find those purple rocks!
Story-Based Mega Stone Rewards
Some Mega Stones are obtained simply by playing through the main story of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Many of these are acquired by defeating Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon, often encountered in groups of three, who serve as challenging boss battles. Occasionally, Non-Player Characters (NPCs) will offer you a Mega Stone as a gift as you progress through the storyline. These story-based Mega Stones are designed to be acquired through natural gameplay progression. It’s virtually impossible to complete the game without securing these particular items, ensuring that all players have the opportunity to experience their associated Mega Evolutions.
- Source: Defeating Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon.
- Source: Receiving gifts from NPCs.
- Accessibility: Guaranteed through story progression.
- Note: These stones are essential for completing the main storyline.
Event-Specific Mega Stones
Certain highly sought-after Mega Stones, such as those for Delphox, Chesnaught, and Greninja, are distributed as rewards through the Ranked Battle system in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Each ranked season features a specific Mega Stone: Greninjite was available during Season 1, from the game’s launch until November 4th. Delphoxite is planned for Season 2 in early November, while Chesnaughtite will be rewarded during Season 3. To claim these rewards, you must achieve at least Rank K in online Ranked Battles. Achieving and maintaining the qualifying rank is enough to earn the stone, regardless of your final placement when the season ends.
- Source: Ranked Battles.
- Season 1: Greninjite (ended November 4th).
- Season 2: Delphoxite (early November).
- Season 3: Chesnaughtite (date TBA).
- Requirement: Achieve Rank K in Ranked Battles.
Mastering Ranked Battles takes strategic planning. Quick item collection, being the first to Mega Evolve, defeating Mega-Evolved Pokémon, and using super effective moves are crucial. Points are awarded based on placement: 1st gets 30 points, 2nd gets 10, 3rd loses 10, and 4th loses 30. To level up, you’ll need 50 points.
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