How to Get Zapdos in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Because of its tremendous powers and versatility in battle, the Electric-type legendary bird Zapdos is one of the best Pokémon accessible in both Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl. With that said, we’ll show you how to catch Zapdos in both Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl so you can demonstrate the Kanto legendary bird’s full potential.
How to Get Zapdos in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
First and foremost, we have bad news for everyone presently playing Pokémon Brilliant Diamond: Articuno, Moltres, and Zapdos can only be found in Pokémon Shining Pearl, just as Suicune, Raikou, and Entei can only be found in Pokémon Shining Pearl. With that out of the way, Shining Pearl players can obtain Zapdos by visiting Ramanas Park, which is only accessible after defeating the Elite Four, Cynthia, and receiving the National Pokédex, which is given to players after they complete their Sinnoh Pokédex and pay a visit to Professor Rowan on Sandgem Town.
Head there once you’ve gained entrance to the area and exchange your Mysterious Shards for three Kanto Slates. You must proceed to the Kanto Room after receiving the slates from the outside area of the Park. Place all of the slates on the pedestal once you’ve entered the room. After you defeat both Moltres and Articuno, Zapdos will be unlocked. To summarise how to obtain the legendary bird in Pokémon Shining Pearl, follow these steps:
- Defeat the Elite Four and Cynthia.
- Get the National Pokédex.
- Head to Ramanas Park.
- Exchange your Mysterious Shards for three Kanto Slates.
- Go to the Kanto Room.
- Place the first slate and face Moltres.
- Place the second slate and face Articuno.
- Place the third slate.
- Battle and capture Zapdos.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl are now available for the Nintendo Switch exclusively. If you’re not sure which version to acquire, compare the main differences between Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl.