Pokémon Scarlet & Violet feature many different Pokémon. As you find and catch these, you may notice that some do not evolve simply by leveling up. That is because there are various evolution methods, including trade evolution. This may leave you wondering what Pokémon evolve by trading in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
All Pokémon that evolve by trading in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
A handful of Pokémon will only evolve by trading in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. In addition to this,someof them must also beholdinga specificitemto evolve. Here are all Pokémon that evolve through trading in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
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Haunter does not require an item to evolve into Gengar in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, so you can simply trade it. Scyther will require the Metal Coat held item, and Slowpoke will require the King’s Rock held item. You can findMetal Coatat the Delibird Presents store inLevincia, while theKing’s Rockis found in the Delibird Presents store inMesagozaafter defeating four gyms.
If you do not have a friend with Pokémon Scarlet and Violet to trade with, there is a subreddit calledPokémonTrades. This is typically asafe placeto trade Pokémon, but ensure youreadtherules, guidelines, and suggestions before initiating a trade. Ensure that any communication is done in the subreddit and not through DM, but be aware you are trading with strangersat your own risk.
For more information on Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, check outBest Nature for Gastly, Haunter, & Gengar in Pokémon Scarlet & VioletandHow to evolve Haunter into Gengar in Pokémon Scarlet & Violeton Pro Game Guides.
