How do you get Arceus in Pokémon Sword and Shield?
Let‘s get this out of the way first – unfortunately, the mythical creator Pokémon Arceus is currently unobtainable in Pokémon Sword and Shield. It has not been officially distributed or added to Dynamax Adventures at this time.
But don‘t lose heart! While you cannot yet add the godlike Arceus to your Galar Pokédex, this guide will showcase strategies to catch other fantastically powerful Legendary and Mythical Pokémon to dominate competitive battles!
Catching Legendary Behemoths
Sword and Shield enable you to catch mighty franchise icons like Rayquaza and Mewtwo through Pokémon Home transfers. But you can also nab game-native superstars to dynamax into true behemoths.
Allow me to introduce exalted few…
Zacian & Zamazenta – Majesty and Might Incarnate
These regal warriors astound with wolf-life elegance and crushing blows. As the Sword/Shield cover mascots, their capture makes a fitting climax to your hero‘s journey!
Exclusive to each game version – my personal preference is Zacian in Sword for its sharper Fairy/Steel fangs!
Key Stats & Moves
| Pokémon | Type | Base Stats | Signature Move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zacian | Fairy/Steel | 670 | Behemoth Blade |
| Zamazenta | Fighting | 670 | Behemoth Bash |
Equipped with mighty swords and tremendous mixed attacking stats, their Behemoth moves dealt at close range make a terrifying prospect for opponents!
Dynamax Cannon Eternatus
This cracked ultra beast created the Dynamax Phenomenon engulfing Galar. Once unleashed, few can withstand its max boosted draconic onslaught!
Catchable in a memorable climax battled alongside your game‘s legend. Just be ready with lots of healing items and Ultra Balls!
Key Stats & Moves
| Pokémon | Type | Base Stats | Signature Move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eternatus | Poison/Dragon | 670 | Dynamax Cannon |
With phenomenal Special Attack allowing it to boost sheer power moves like Flamethrower and Dragon Pulse, beginnings quake when this beast dynamaxes!
Mythical Mascot Distributions
While Mythical Pokémon are gratifyingly powerful, their rarity means patience is required waiting for distribution events. But with some dedication, you can add these mascot event Pokémon to impress all who challenge you!
Here are prime targets to watch for:
Zarude – Rogue Warrior Darkness 🌱⚔️
This fierce simian warrior combines grass and darkness with brazen power.
With offenses on par with legendries, it can overwhelm unprepared opponents.
Obtained via special distributions announced on the official Pokémon website and email newsletters.
Key Stats & Moves
| Pokémon | Type | Base Stats | Signature Move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zarude | Grass/Dark | 555 | Jungle Healing |
Watch for jungle rumblings signaling the next chance to add this mighty beast to your team!
Genesect – Ancient Cyborg Arsenal 🤖💎
This fierce Bug/Steel-type cyber soldier packs potent Techno Blast armaments enhanced by special Drives. ADNA analysis dates it back 300 million years!
Sporadically distributed for limited times via Serial Codes at select retail partners like GameStop.
Key Stats & Moves
| Pokémon | Type | Base Stats | Signature Move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesect | Bug/Steel | 540 | Techno Blast |
This advanced alien artillery makes a fine ace up your sleeve – if you can get it!
Now let‘s get into…
Transferring Past Powerhouses
While the Hisuian ancestors of legends like Arceus cannot yet reach Galar, Pokémon Home enables favorites from past generations to join you.
Connectivity is limited by certain factors detailed on the official transferability rules. Pokémon with new Galar forms like Slowbro generally cannot transfer over.
But many unevolved greats and competitive staples can migrate over. Let‘s analyze some prime examples:
Mewtwo Strikes Back! 🧬🌀
This infamous gene-spliced psychic juggernaut has crushed champions for decades. Once Pokémon Home launches, older Mewtwos can teleport into Galar with unmatched special attacking prowess!
Competitive Viability
With max Special Attack and Speed investment, it outruns and overwhelms with Psystrike, Ice Beam and more. Pair with Dynamax Cannon Eternatus holding Psychic Seed for psychic Terrain boosts!
Return of the Sky Lord ☁️🐉
Rayquaza‘s dragon-type supremacy has persisted through the eras. This master of Mega Evolution flies in a class of its own – and now it joins the Dynamax dimension!
Competitive Viability
Still outspeeds most threats even without a boosting nature. With Swords Dance setup, its Dragon Ascents and Outrages at Dynamax power devastate all comers!
I‘d love to analyze more classics, but the possibilities are endless! Ultimately the goal is catching that one iconic partner to share new memories with in Galar.
So while Arceus itself slumbers, its children awake – awesome gods abound in Sword and Shield for you to befriend or conquer on your quest to become Champion!
What did you think of this guide? Which Pokémon are you most excited to catch? I welcome any feedback or questions in the comments!
