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Pokemon GO is set to feature not one but three Pokemon in the Spotlight Hour for March 2024, and one of them is the fan-favorite Pokemon Vulpix.
Vulpix is one of the classics, hailing all the way back from Generation 1 in the Kanto region. It is a Fire-type Pokemon that is weak to Ground, Water, and Rock-type attacks. Vulpix’s evolution, Ninetales, is considered one of the best-looking Pokemon by many, so players would definitely be looking to catch some as part of the upcoming event.
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Can Vulpix Be Shiny In Pokemon GO?
Yes, for players looking for a shiny Vulpix, the good news is that the rare variant of the Pokemon is indeed available in Pokemon GO. The shiny variant of Vulpix is quite easy to identify, considering that it closely resembles the color tones of its evolution, Ninetales. Instead of the regular shade of brown, players will see that Vulpix has a yellowish tone. Likewise, Ninetales also undergoes a change in its color tone, featuring a grey appearance instead of the regular yellow. A more reliable way of knowing whether Vulpix is shiny or not is by looking for the sparkle icon right beside its CP.
How to Get Shiny Vulpix
The trick to getting a shiny Vulpix in Pokemon GO is trying to have as many encounters as possible with the Pokemon. While there is no designated location as such for the Pokemon, players have often reported that Vulpix is found more often in cities and residential areas. Precisely, players will need to move to more populated areas to find Vulpix in the wild. However, players can also take advantage of events focused around Vulpix to find it more easily.
The Spotlight Hour for March 2024 will be featuring Vulpix, so players will be seeing it more often in the wild. That being said, the shiny rates aren’t boosted for the event, so the chances of getting a shiny Vulpix still remain quite slim. As far as the odds are concerned, those are a bit harsh. Vulpix has a 1/512 chance of being shiny, which might seem quite daunting as compared to the likes of Legendaries which have an impressive 1/20 chance of being shiny. It should be noted that finding it in the wild is the only way to encounter Vulpix, as it is not available via eggs.
In order to increase the odds, players can also rely on Lure Modules and Incense. Additionally, players can also try to stay near PokeStops which have Lure Modules activated. Players can identify one by the confetti around it. For players who are trying to move around while playing the game, Incense is the better option as Lure Modules just work around the PokeStop.
How To Get Shiny Ninetales
Once players have a shiny Vulpix they can simply use 50 Vulpix Candy to evolve it to Ninetales. Players can get candies in a variety of ways, ranging from simply catching Pokemon to using Berries and more. Considering that the spawn rates are boosted during Spotlight Hour, catching Pokemon seems to be the best way to gather candies quickly. Not to forget, players also get 2x Catch XP, so that serves as an icing on the cake.
