How to Catch and Evolve Rockruff into Dusk Lycanroc in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
To evolve Rockruff into the Dusk form of Lycanroc in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you must catch a Rockruff that knows Own Tempo. This ability stops it from getting confused in battle. Though not special on its own, without it, your Rockruff will turn into either the Midday or Midnight Lycanroc forms instead of the Dusk form.
Where to Spot a Rockruff with Own Tempo
Finding a Rockruff with Own Tempo might seem tough, but there’s a spot you should try. Head over to the East Province (Area Three). Here, lots of Rockruffs hang out. Keep looking, and you’ll find one with Own Tempo. Even better, try searching between 7 pm and 8 pm. This is when you’re most likely to find one, and it’s also when it can evolve into its Dusk form.
Catching Techniques for Rockruff
Once you nab a Rockruff, check if it has Own Tempo on its summary page. Or, use a Pokémon with the Trace ability to copy Rockruff’s ability, making it easier to confirm. Remember, Rockruff is weak to several types of moves, so Pokémon like Kartana, Lucario, and Garchomp make great choices for catching one.
Evolving Rockruff into Its Dusk Form
Rockruff evolves at level 25. You can speed up the process with a Rare Candy. The time of day in the game decides if it becomes a Midday or Midnight Lycanroc. But for the Dusk form, it must evolve around sunset. The Dusk form is not just unique in looks but also gains a powerful ability, Tough Claws, boosting its attack power.
Adjusting Time for Evolution
In Pokémon Scarlett and Violet, changing the game’s time to fast forward to dusk isn’t an option. You will have to wait for the in-game time to naturally reach dusk.
Understanding the Day/Night Cycle
The day and night cycle in the game lasts about 72 minutes. So, every 31 minutes, the setting will switch from day to night or vice versa in the Paldea region. This cycle is crucial for evolving Rockruff into the Dusk form at the right time.
Focusing on these tips and locations will make your quest to catch and evolve a Rockruff into the Dusk form Lycanroc much easier. Happy hunting!