Shiny Pokémon haven’t been left out of Pokémon Champions, and they’re still just as rare and worth showing off as ever. Shiny Pokémon are alternate-colored versions of regular Pokémon, and while they don’t give you any stat advantages, their low appearance rate makes them highly sought after by players who want something a little more unique.
Traditionally, you can find Shiny Pokémon by exploring the wild or grinding through repeated encounters, but since Pokémon Champions doesn’t feature any exploration or catching, shinies appear when you recruit new Pokémon. Here’s how to get Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon Champions.
Pokémon Champions: How to Unlock Shiny Pokémon
There are basically two ways to get Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon Champions: either through the Roster Ranch recruitment system or by transferring them using Pokémon HOME.
To get a Shiny Pokémon via the Roster Ranch in Pokémon Champions, head to the Recruit menu and generate a lineup of Pokémon. As the animation plays, three silhouettes will appear, and if the final one is accompanied by sparkles, a bright glow or a star effect, that means a shiny is included in that lineup.
Once the Pokémon is revealed, you can check its stats, moves, and appearance before deciding to add it to your team, either temporarily or permanently.
The second way is by transferring a Shiny Pokémon from another game using Pokémon HOME. You’ll need to move your shiny into Pokémon HOME first, then select Pokémon Champions from within the app and send it over. After that, you can collect it in-game through the Recruit section. The Pokémon will keep its shiny appearance and core attributes, although some moves may need to be adjusted for competitive play.
Keep in mind that Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon Champions can’t be sent back to Pokémon HOME, so once they’re added to your roster, they will stay there. Moreover, some Pokémon might also come with moves that don’t work in Champions, so you’ll need to swap those out before you can take them into battle. On top of that, box space is limited early on, so you’ll need to be selective about which Pokémon you want to keep.
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