Is Shadow rider or ice rider Calyrex better?

Both horses have a powerful move that deals damage to all enemy Pokemon. Additionally, both horses have Abilities that boost their Atk or Sp. Atk when they defeat an enemy Pokemon, making them quite lethal sweepers. The Ice Rider special ability, however, is technically slightly stronger than the Shadow Rider one.
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Which type of Calyrex is better?

Spectrier is the overall better choice due to its high special attack, speed, and better mono-typing. Additionally, fusing Calyrex with Spectrier boosts its special attack and speed even further!
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How good is Calyrex ice rider?

Calyrex's Ice Rider form's low speed stat is mitigated somewhat by its immense bulk, allowing it to withstand even super effective attacks despite its multiple weakness. As a result, it's best used as a Bulky Attacker with Weakness Policy. With its many weaknesses, it's often guaranteed to get a +2 Attack boost!
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How strong is Calyrex shadow rider?

It will usually be the fastest Pokemon in the field outside of Pokemon that get speed boosts from weather or Tailwind. With a 165 Base Special Attack, it's without a doubt one of the most powerful special attackers available and can easily overpower unprepared teams with its STAB moves.
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Is Ice Rider Calyrex a legendary?

Calyrex (バドレックス, Badorekkusu) is a psychic/grass-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII. It is the mascot of Crown Tundra. Calyrex has two fusion forms: Ice Rider (when fused with Glastrier) and Shadow Rider (when fused with Spectrier).
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Who is the BEST Legendary Pokemon Calyrex Ice Rider or Calyrex Shadow Rider



What happens if I KO Calyrex?

Save your game first just in case, although if you knock Calyrex out or lose to it, it'll stay there waiting for you, which makes your life easier. Then, time to take it down! It can be a tough fight if you're not prepared.
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Should I use master ball on Calyrex?

Calyrex comes in two different fused forms, each being an incredibly powerful Pokemon statwise. Calyrex also comes with an Unnerve ability, which stops opposing Pokemon from consuming berries during combat. Plus, it's a legendary, that alone makes it worthy of a Master Ball.
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What is shadow rider Calyrex weakness?

Calyrex (Shadow Rider) is a Psychic/Ghost type Pokémon, which makes it especially weak against Ghost and Dark moves.
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What is Calyrex catch rate?

Catch rate. 20 (2.6%)
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What's the best Moveset for Calyrex?

The best moves for Calyrex are Confusion and Psychic when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
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Is Calyrex a strong Pokémon?

On its own, Calyrex is pretty mediocre. As a Legendary Pokemon, it can still hold its own. It has a base HP of 100 and every other stat is a base of 80. It should be given Leftovers and have the Ability Unnerve.
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Which Crown Tundra Steed is better?

Selecting Glastrier is the better option since it has universally high stats. While Spectrier is fast and packs quite a punch, its defense stat can get it eliminated quickly.
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Is there a shiny Calyrex?

The three brand-new legendaries introduced in The Crown Tundra are Calyrex, Spectrier, and Glastrier, though players cannot obtain all three in one game. The player's actions determine which steed can be captured alongside Calyrex, though unfortunately, all three are shiny locked.
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Can you get both Calyrex forms?

Yes, overall Calyrex is the easiest Crown Tundra legendary Pokémon to get your hands on, as you encounter him by going through the story. You'll be able to catch both Calyrex and its noble steed by following our method – and we'll let you know where those important, carrot-based, decisions come into play.
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Does Calyrex have a hidden ability?

Shadow Rider Calyrex's Ability, As One, is a new Ability introduced with the Pokémon Sword Expansion Pass and Pokémon Shield Expansion Pass. This Ability combines the effects of both Calyrex's Unnerve Ability and Spectrier's Grim Neigh Ability.
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How many ultra balls does it take to catch Calyrex?

This fight can take up to 20+ Ultra Balls to capture, even when Calyrex is down to 1 HP. You can use the Master Ball here — but I recommend saving it for later.
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What does Calyrex Steed find irresistible?

Calyrex will be waiting for you there to place the carrot in the Shrine to attract its steed. Calyrex will control it and then fuse with it to create either the Shadow Rider or the Ice Rider form. You can use the Reins of Unity to separate the Pokémon, which will result in two Pokedex entries.
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What is Calyrex signature move?

Signature Move. Glacial Lance. 130-Power Physical Ice-type Attack. Hits all opponents. Astral Barrage.
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Why is Calyrex so hard to catch?

As mentioned before, the game won't let you catch Calyrex until you've defeated the Champion. That means you'll have to complete the main story and the Pokémon League before even attempting to take on Calyrex. The good thing about that is you're more likely to be closer to fully prepared.
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Who should I use the Masterball on in sword?

Save the Master Ball for an extremely rare Shiny Pokemon — especially Pokemon that immediately runaway like Wimpod. Or save the Master Ball for the future, when updates include new rare Pokemon in the Wilds. If you see a shiny 5-Star Raid Den Gigantamax… you might want to use the Master Ball. Just to be safe.
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What Pokémon does Calyrex ride?

Shortly after you meet Calyrex, the Legendary Pokemon asks for your help in locating its loyal steed. As it turns out, this steed is one of two alternate Legendary horse Pokemon: the Ice type Glastrier or the Ghost type Spectrier.
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What should I use the Masterball on in Crown Tundra?

You can also use the Master Ball that Peony gives you early on in your Crown Tundra journey. Once you've captured Calyrex, you can keep it in its full form, or defuse it to have Calyrex and the steed as separate Pokémon.
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