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What is the Masuda Method in Pokemon Scarlet?

What is the Masuda Method in Pokemon Scarlet?

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JustAnotherTrainer

It's just a breeding trick. Mix Pokémon from different languages and you *might* get a shiny. Big whoop.

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ShinyMaster101

The Masuda Method is a special way to increase your chances of getting a shiny Pokémon. Basically, if you breed two Pokémon from games of different languages, the odds of the shiny Pokémon hatching from the egg are much higher. So, if you got a Pokémon from, say, a Japanese game, and you breed it with one from your English version of Pokémon Scarlet or Violet, your chances of seeing those sparkles are way better!

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SparkleFanatic

The Masuda Method? It's your ticket to Shiny Town! Breed Pokémon from different language games and BAM, higher shiny rates. Got an English game? Pair your Pokémon with one from a Japanese version. Less grinding, more shining.

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PatientBreeder

From personal experience, the Masuda Method really works. Took me about 200 eggs, but I finally hatched a shiny Ralts. You just need a lot of patience and Pokémon from different language games. Totally worth it!

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