Pokemon Go players are curious if Pheromosa can be shiny as it debuts in this week’s raid lineup. Given the rarity of this creature, a shiny Pheromosa would be a coveted catch. However, in Pokemon Go, the availability of shiny forms is often unpredictable, as many Pokemon debut without their shiny variants.
Can you catch Shiny Pheromosa in Pokemon Go?
Currently, Shiny Pheromosa is not available in Pokemon Go. This news might come as a relief to some players, considering the number of Remote Raid Passes often needed to encounter a shiny. If you’ve managed to catch a few regular Pheromosas, you’re set for the time being. While Niantic will likely introduce Shiny Pheromosa eventually, it’s not in the game yet.
When has Pheromosa been available in Pokemon Go?
Pheromosa is among the more elusive creatures in Pokemon Go. Its appearances in raids have been limited:
- Special Raid Challenge (Europe): November 27, 2022.
Pheromosa has mainly been obtainable through Special and Timed Researches:
- A Radiant Reunion – August 27, 2022, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Ultra Beast Arrival: Win 3 Raids – November 27, 2022, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can catch a Pheromosa from January 1-10, 2024. Given its rarity, it’s advisable to seize this opportunity quickly.
Is Pheromosa a Pokemon?
Pheromosa is classified as an Ultra Beast, a unique category of Pokemon exclusive to Pokemon Sun/Moon and Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. Ultra Beasts originate from Ultra Space and have entered the primary universe through Ultra Wormholes. They are typically more powerful than average wild Pokemon and possess a distinctive, often intimidating appearance.
The Pokedex describes Pheromosa as follows:
“A life-form that lives in another world, its body is thin and supple, but it also possesses great power.”
Thus, while Pheromosa is an Ultra Beast, it is also recognized as a Pokemon within the canonical universe.
