Pokémon GO is a game where you must seize every opportunity the moment it appears. Don’t believe us? Just ask this Pokémon GO player who had to learn a painful lesson after making a simple mistake he’ll likely never forget.
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A mistake cost him the chance to capture a legendary Pokémon in Pokémon GO
Recently on Reddit, a Pokémon GO player named seoulcitykid shared a valuable lesson: if you encounter a legendary Pokémon, make capturing it your top priority.
So, what exactly happened for him to learn this? While using his Daily Adventure Incense, seoulcitykid encountered a Galarian Moltres. In case you didn’t know, this is one of the rarest and hardest creatures to catch in the game, with a capture rate of 0.3% and a 90% chance to flee.
Whenever a Galarian legendary bird appears, your best bet is to try capturing it right away. However, seoulcitykid was nervous and running low on Poké Balls, so he decided to grab some from a nearby Gym.
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This was his error, as interacting with any PokéStop resets the spawns from the Daily Adventure Incense. His nerves got the best of him, causing the bird to disappear and taking his chance at capturing it along with it.
“I was walking in Bern, Switzerland, when I suddenly saw one of the Galar birds appear in the wild. I was ecstatic but nervous because I didn’t have many Poké Balls in my inventory, so I clicked on a nearby Gym to grab a few more, just in case. But when I exited the Gym... the bird was already gone. Did it all happen in about 10 seconds? I couldn’t believe it,” shared seoulcitykid.
How to catch the Galarian legendary birds in Pokémon GO
Capturing the rare Galarian birds (Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres) in Pokémon GO is a real challenge due to their infrequent spawns and difficult catch rates. Here are some tips to help you in your quest:
1. Use Daily Adventure Incense
To find the Galarian birds in Pokémon GO, activate the Daily Adventure Incense. This special incense allows rare Pokémon to spawn as you walk for 15 minutes. Use it once per day, and be prepared with plenty of Poké Balls to seize any encounter opportunity.
2. Throw Excellent and Curve Balls
The capture rate for the Galarian birds is very low, so every attempt counts. To maximize your chances, use a curveball and aim for an excellent throw. You can also increase your odds by using a Golden Razz Berry, making your throw even more effective.
3. Have Plenty of Ultra Balls
Before activating your incense, ensure you have enough Ultra Balls in your inventory. These balls have a higher capture rate and can make a difference when trying to capture Articuno, Zapdos, or Moltres from Galar. Patience is key, so try not to waste your best resources.
4. Act Quickly
If you’re lucky enough to encounter one of these birds, act quickly, as they can flee in seconds. Don’t enter Gyms or switch screens during the encounter. Throw the Poké Ball as swiftly and accurately as possible to keep the legendary Pokémon from escaping.
5. Don’t Give Up and Be Patient
With their low capture rate and tendency to flee after just a few attempts, these Galarian birds require a lot of patience and persistence. Don’t be discouraged if they escape, as you’ll have another chance each day with the daily incense.
Has something similar happened to you while playing Pokémon GO? What’s the worst mistake you’ve made in Niantic’s game? Let us know in the comments.
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