Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Terastral Pokemon: Everything We Know

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Terastral Pokemon are game-changing mechanics in the titular 9th generation games. Something that has never been seen before in previous games, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Terastral Pokemon give monsters a new typing that will turn competitive play on its head. 

Below, we'll be detailing everything we know about Terastral Pokemon in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet so you can be informed as possible on these sparkling new Mons ahead of your journey through the Paldea region.

• If you want more information on the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet legendaries check out our guide

Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Terastral Pokemon: What Is A Terastral Pokemon?

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Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Terastral Pokemon are the latest and greatest evolution gimmick in the franchise. These crystal-like Pokemon replace Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokemon that were rife in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

When a Pokemon Terastralizes, its usual typing is changed to a Tera Type. This Tera Type varies from Pokemon to Pokemon and can even be different within the same species. For example, Pikachu's usual type is Electric but its Tera Type may be Flying when it becomes Terastral. This allows for different battling strategies and could even save you when you're up against a strong foe that has a typing advantage over you.

• Pokemon Scarlet and Violet can be played multiplayer. Read our guide on Pokemon Scarlet and Violet co-op here.

Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Terastral Pokemon: How To Terastralize Pokemon?

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Players will get the Tera Orb very early on in-game, there's no possible way to miss it. Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Terastral Pokemon only activate their transformations in battle thanks to the Tera Orb. Unlike Mega Stones and other gimmicks, Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Terastral Pokemon require the Tera Orb to be charged.

To charge your Tera Orb, simply heal Pokemon at a Pokemon Centre stop, sleep in a bed or take a break. From there, any Pokemon can be a Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Terastral Pokemon. Terastral Pokemon can appear once on one charge, so make sure to choose the right opportunity.