Pokemon Legends: Z-A offers a wide range of activities following the completion of the Main Story. However, for players who aren’t adequately prepared and lack a strong Pokemon team, progressing may prove to be quite challenging.
This guide provides essential information regarding Legends Z-A‘s post-game activities, from filling out the Pokedex to re-entering the Battle Royale in Lumiose City, including how to acquire a sought-after unique Pokemon for the first time.
Complete All Mable’s Research Tasks
After the credits roll, one of the initial objectives for Trainers will be to catch up on Mable’s Research Tasks. A few tasks won’t be achievable until the post-game phase. For instance, obtaining Pokemon like Steelix and Scizor requires purchasing the Metal Coat from a shop that opens after players finish Main Mission 37: Operation Protect Lumiose.
Additionally, the Research Tasks that can’t be finished until you reach the endgame stage include:
- Completing the Pokedex
- Completing the Mega Pokedex
Players should be ready for a significant time investment as most of these secondary tasks can be quite repetitive.
Obtain the Shiny Charm and Begin Hunting Rare Pokemon
With the refreshed roster introduced in Pokemon Legends Z-A, many previously overlooked Pokemon (like Staryu and Pidgey) are back in action. Some older Generation Pokemon boast impressive Shiny Designs, while others, such as Ralts, Charmander, and the notorious Gastly, are highly sought by collectors.
As Mega Evolutions look stunning in their Shiny forms, it’s an excellent time to engage in the excitement of Shiny Hunting once again. Game Freak has altered how Shiny Pokemon appear and persist in the game world; now, they will only disappear if players scare, weaken, or catch them.
The Shiny Charm, which is the ultimate reward from the Research Tasks, has become more valuable than before. Therefore, once the main game concludes, it’s time to grind through those Research Tasks and embark on a Shiny hunting adventure.
Catch Kalos Legendaries: Yveltal, Xerneas, and Zygarde
Every Pokemon title includes its Legendary figures, and in Legends Z-A, the iconic trio from Kalos is back for vengeance. The post-game Main Missions will lead players to epic confrontations with Yveltal, Xerneas, and finally, Zygarde. However, be advised: these Pokemon will not submit to unprepared trainers.
Engaging with Zygarde can be particularly hazardous due to its unique Rogue Mega Pokemon battle style, as it features three forms: Zygarde 10%, 50%, and Complete Forme. The final stage of this encounter is both demanding and impressive, though players may initially find it frustrating.
Dive into EV and Hyper Training
The fundamental dynamics of Pokemon battles have undergone many modifications, and the upcoming Ranked Seasons (until the release of Pokemon Champions and Gen 10 games) are expected to be quite intense. Now is the perfect moment to grasp the intricacies of EV Training and how to enhance a Pokemon Team through Hyper Training.
Collecting the Bottle Caps required for Hyper Training at the Justice Dojo can be a time-consuming task; however, players engaged in the Infinite Royale during the post-game will accumulate enough to prepare at least three teams of Pokemon for PvP combat.
Defeat Taunie and Acquire Eternal Flower Floette
One of the final objectives for players enjoying the post-game of Pokemon Legends: Z-A is to obtain the highly anticipated Eternal Flower Floette. This Pokemon first appeared in Pokemon X & Y, and after a long wait, players had nearly given up hope of ever acquiring this unique creature.
Now, they can finally realize their ambition of having Eternal Flower Floette and Mega Evolving it. Defeating Taunie in a rematch (which becomes available after completing 12-14 Rows of the Infinite Royale) will initiate a cutscene in which our Rival and Chief of Team MZ present AZ’s former partner to players alongside the necessary Floettite for Mega Evolution. It’s worth noting that this Pokemon is banned from competitive play due to its formidable power.
