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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When should I use my Masterball on my sword?

There are only two valid uses for the Master Ball currently. 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.
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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 you use master ball on Zacian?

The regular method of catching a legendary Pokémon is to enter the battle and throw a Master Ball at it, capturing it immediately. In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Zamazenta and Zacian are the last legendary Pokémon to catch, so this approach would make sense, and yet you don't have to use the Master Ball.
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What is Calyrex catch rate?

Catch rate. 20 (2.6%)
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Pokémon Sword: Catching Calyrex



Can I catch Calyrex with an ultra ball?

Ultra Balls can work, but the Timer Ball is especially handy in this situation because it becomes increasingly more effective with each passing turn. In a battle like this, that's a huge boost. If you throw a few and Calyrex breaks free, just keep at it. If Calyrex wakes up, use Hypnosis to put it back to sleep.
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Which Steed is better for Calyrex?

We Recommend Spectrier

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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Which form of Calyrex is best?

Calyrex Forms — Is Spectrier Or Glastrier Better? Personally, I think Spectrier Calyrex is far more useful than the Glastrier variant. It has outrageous Special Attack and Speed stats, which means it can make full use of its Psychic and Ghost STAB (same-type-attack-bonus) affinities.
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What should I use against Calyrex?

Calyrex is a Psychic/Grass type Pokémon, which makes it especially weak against Bug moves, and weak against Flying, Poison, Ghost, Fire, Ice and Dark moves.
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The 5 strongest Pokémon you can use to beat Calyrex are:
  1. Pheromosa,
  2. Volcarona,
  3. Vikavolt,
  4. Yanmega,
  5. Frosmoth.
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Who should I use my 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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Who should I use the Masterball on in Shield?

If you don't play multiplayer, and you're not interested in any of the upcoming DLC, then one of these two is the perfect candidate to use the Master Ball on. Zacian (Sword) is a Fairy-type, while Zamazenta (Shield) is a Fighting-type, and both of them are also Steel-type.
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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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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 do I get Calyrex off my horse?

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  1. Open up the Main Menu by pressing the X button.
  2. Go into your bag and switch to the Key Items submenu.
  3. Find the Reigns of Unity.
  4. With Calyrex in your party, click on the Reigns of Unity and click the fused Calyrex to separate them from their steed.
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What is the best Moveset for Calyrex?

The best moveset for Calyrex in Pokemon Sword and Shield
  • Psychic.
  • Giga Drain.
  • Calm Mind.
  • Reflect.
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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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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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Which Crown tundra horse 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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How do I get Calyrex shadow rider?

Complete the King of Bountiful Harvest Chapter

Calyrex appears in its Shadow Rider form when the player has chosen to capture Spectrier by planting the Shaderoot Carrot during the King of Bountiful Harvest Chapter of the Crown Tundra story.
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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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Is Calyrex shiny locked?

Calyrex, the title Pokémon for The Crown Tundra, along with Victini, Keldeo, Cosmog, Poipole, Glastrier, Spectrier, and all three Galarian variants of the Legendary Bird trio are shiny locked.
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What is Calyrex shadow weak to?

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