Larvesta has a reputation for being one of the most difficult monsters to obtain in Pokemon Go and for good reason. So, let’s go over how trainers can go about getting this Bug/Fire-type Pokemon, how to evolve it, and whether or not it can be Shiny.
Larvesta made its Pokemon Go debut through the An Instinctive Hero event. Before the event, many trainers were pleased to see this powerful Bug/Fire-type Pokemon finally make its way to the mobile game, alongside its evolution Volcarona.
Larvesta first appeared in Pokemon Black & White’s Unova region. Similar to its representation in the mainline series, Larvesta has garnered a reputation for being hard to get in Pokemon Go.
Whether you’re looking to catch one in Pokemon Go, evolve it into Larvesta, or see if you can catch a Shiny version, we’ve got the answers.
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How to get Larvesta in Pokemon Go
The only way to get Larvesta in Pokemon Go right now is to hatch it from 2km, 5km, or 10km Eggs.
The bad news is that other Pokemon from these Egg pools will still be able to hatch, so you’re not even guaranteed to hatch a Larvesta. This means you’ll simply need to get through as many Eggs as you can.
Unlike most other Pokemon, you cannot encounter Larvesta in the wild, battle it as a Raid Boss, or earn it as a reward from Field Research tasks. This makes it a very tricky Pokemon to catch.
How to evolve Larvesta into Volcarona in Pokemon Go
You’ll need to collect 400 Candy before you can evolve Larvesta into Volcarona in Pokemon Go. There are no special items or buddy tasks required for this evolution process.
This is one of the most expensive evolutions in the game, putting it on the same level as Pokemon like Gyarados, Altaria, and Bewear. It’s going to be especially tricky as you can only get Larvesta from Eggs.
We can only provide the same tips we always do for earning Candy: Set Larvesta as your Buddy to earn extra Candy while walking and make sure you transfer any unwanted Larvesta for a little Candy reward.
Is Shiny Larvesta available in Pokemon Go?
The bad news is that Shiny Larvesta is currently unavailable in Pokemon Go, which means you’ll just have to make do with regular Larvesta and Volcarona for now.
Shiny Larvesta may make its debut during a future Fire or Bug-themed event, so keep an eye out!