This week in Pokémon Go, players have a fun and unique opportunity during the Spotlight Hour, which features the peculiar Mantle Pokémon, Roggenrola. If you're eager to take advantage of this event, you might catch a Roggenrola with perfect IV stats, grab a shiny variant, or simply enjoy the double evolution XP bonus. Let's delve deeper into why this Spotlight Hour is special, and what makes Roggenrola and its evolutions interesting, despite their limitations in competitive play.
Roggenrola 100% Perfect IV Stats
The pursuit of a perfect IV Pokémon is a common goal among dedicated Pokémon Go players. During this week's Spotlight Hour, Roggenrola is in the spotlight, giving you a golden chance to catch one with perfect stats. In Pokémon Go, "perfect" can mean different things depending on whether you want to use a Pokémon for your Pokédex, raids, or competitive leagues. For Roggenrola, a perfect IV means having 15 in Attack, Defense, and Stamina—summed up to a 100% IV or a 4* in your collection.
To identify a perfect Roggenrola without catching it first, research the CP (Combat Power) values at your current Trainer Level. For players at Level 30 or above, the ideal CP value for a 15/15/15 Roggenrola ranges as follows:
- CP 798
- CP 869
- CP 940
These values provide a simplified window for Level 30+ players, as most of the player base falls into this category. If you're below Level 30, your ideal CP values will differ. Stay tuned to the Shared Skies Season updates and don't forget to try out new features like Routes, Gift Exchange, and Party Play while you're on the hunt.
Is Gigalith Good in PvP?
Gigalith, the final evolution of Roggenrola, faces some tough luck in PvP battles. This is primarily due to an overabundance of formidable Water-type Pokémon in the Go Battle League, which overshadow mono-Rock types like Gigalith. To add to its woes, Gigalith struggles with subpar stats and a sluggish moveset, further limiting its viability in competitive play.
In the Great League, Gigalith stands strong against certain adversaries like Talonflame, Froslass, Altaria, Bastiodon, and Charjabug. However, it quickly crumbles against Water-types, Lickitung, and Skarmory. Moving up to the Ultra League, it fares well against Fire and Flying types but loses to Pokémon like Virizion, Steelix, Cresselia, Giratina Altered, and Poliwrath. As for the Master League, it's best to leave Gigalith out of your roster entirely.
Shiny Roggenrola and Evolutions
Shiny collectors have a reason to rejoice, as shiny Roggenrola is indeed available in Pokémon Go. It made its debut in August 2020 during the Unova Week celebration. Roggenrola's shiny form is a striking shade of purple, giving it a unique and appealing look compared to its regular form. If fortunate enough to catch a shiny Roggenrola, you can evolve it into a shiny Gigalith, though it requires a hefty 250 Roggenrola Candy—50 to evolve into Boldore and an additional 200 for Gigalith. Trading for a shiny Boldore can save you on the candy cost, allowing a free evolution to shiny Gigalith.
An important tip for shiny hunting is the sheer volume of encounters. The more Roggenrola you tap on, the higher your chances of finding a shiny one. However, note that the shiny rates are not boosted during this event as it isn’t a Community Day, so patience and persistence are key.
What Does Shiny Roggenrola Look Like?
The shiny variant of Roggenrola sports a purple hue with a reddish-orange ear—a notable change from its usual appearance. Its evolved forms, shiny Boldore and shiny Gigalith, opt for a striking combination of purple and turquoise, making them standout additions to any shiny collection.
Other Tips for the Spotlight Hour
While the primary attractions of this Spotlight Hour focus on perfect IV Roggenrola and shiny hunting, there are other incentives to participate. First, the double evolution XP bonus can be a significant boon. By using a Lucky Egg, you can maximize your XP gains during this hour, evolving as many Pokémon as possible to rake in experience points.
Remember, Spotlight Hour is a fleeting event, lasting from 6pm to 7pm local time. Set a reminder to take full advantage of the benefits this hour offers. Look out for future Spotlight Hours—next week's will showcase Morelull with a double catch Stardust bonus, providing yet another reason to return and enjoy these hourly events.
Good luck hunting for that perfect Roggenrola, and enjoy the numerous perks this week's Spotlight Hour in Pokémon Go has to offer!