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The Pikachu-cosplayingPokemon,Mimikyu, captured the hearts of many with its cute design and interesting Pokedex entries. Mimikyu was not available in the corePokemongames, making its debut in Generation 7’sPokemon SunandPokemon Moonback in 2016. Since then, it’s appeared in side games and crossovers such asPokemon ShuffleandSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate.
This Ghost/Fairy-type Pokemon is rare. Its appearance rate inSun/MoonandSword/Shieldis relatively low at a measly5%. In addition to the appearance rate, Mimikyu has a45 catch rate.Trainers that want to add Mimikyu to their team may not be able to find it until the mid-to-late game.
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How to Get Mimikyu inSun/Moon
Mimikyu can be found onUla’ula Islandand served as theTotem Pokemonfor Acerola’s trial. Specifically, it can be found in theThrifty Megamart (Abandoned Site)building. Per rules of the Island Challenge, Pokemon cannot be captured prior to completing this trial. Therefore, players needed to follow Acerola’s rules and take a picture of the Totem Pokemon using the Rotomdex.
The first encounter with Mimikyu is againstTotem Mimikyu, who will receive a one-level boost in its Attack and Special Attack,Defense and Special Defense, and Speed stats. After defeating Mimikyu and its allies, players can return to the Thrifty Megamart and start farming for Mimikyu.
Bring a Pokemon that can afflict status ailments like Paralysis or Sleepanduse Quick Balls or Dusk Balls. Using a Quick Ball will add 5x to the catch rate; a Dusk Ball adds 3x if used at night or in dark places.
How to Get Mimikyu inUltra Sun/Ultra Moon
Catching Mimikyu inUltra Sun/Ultra Moonis the same as its predecessor. It can only be found in theThrifty Megamart on Ula’ula Island.
Be sure to grab the Mimikium Z after defeating Totem Mimikyu. This will upgrade Mimikyu’s “Play Rough” into the Z-Move “Let’s Snuggle Forever."(only available inUltra Sun/Ultra Moon)
Ultra Sun/Ultra Moonalso allows trainers to get the special Totem Mimikyu once they’vecollected 80 Totem Stickers.If the player has enough and has completed Acerola’s trial, then they should head toHeahea Beachand speak to Samson Oak. As a Totem Pokemon, Totem Mimikyu will be larger than regular Mimikyu.
How to Get Mimikyu inSword/Shield
Luckily, Mimikyu has more than one habitat inPokemon Sword/Shield. Trainers can try their luck at various spots in theWild Area, but will have tolookduring Foggy Weather.
Mimikyu will appear at:
InGiant’s Mirror,Mimikyu can be found as aRandom Encounterwith a3% appearance rate. If players aren’t too picky about Mimikyu’s EVs, they can instead go toBridge Field. There isone Wandering Mimikyu during Foggy Weatherthat can be found here once a day.
Finally, Mimkyu can also be fought in the dens inHammerlocke FieldandRolling Fieldsas aMax Raid Battle. Like the Mimikyu inSun/Moon, it has an appearance rate of 5%.Bring Steel-type Pokemonor Ghost-type Pokemon. However,because Ghost Pokemon are weak against their own Type, a Steel-type Pokemon may be preferred for a Max Raid Mimikyu. If players don’t have one, then a Pokemon with Steel-type moves (such as Steel Wing) will work instead.
Like the Generation 7 games, using Quick Balls is the best way to catch this Pokemon. Players don’t need to use Dusk Balls unless they’re specifically looking for Mimikyuat night. Instead, use Ultra Balls and bring a Pokemon that can inflict Mimikyu with a status ailment.
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Additional Tips
If hunting Mimikyu for a specificNature,bring a Pokemon that has the Synchronize ability (such as the Gardevoir-line) with the desired Nature. For example: Someone who wants a Jolly Mimikyu (+Spd, - Sp Attk) should have a Jolly-natured Gardevoir with Synchronize andset it to the front of the party.
If trainers want Mimikyu to be a certainGender, thenset a Pokemon of the opposite desired gender with the Cute Charm abilityas the leading Pokemon. For example: If the player wants a male Mimikyu, they need to have a Clefairy (always female) with Cute Charm as the lead Pokemon. This increases the chances of having an encounter with a Pokemon of the opposite gender by 66.7%.
Pokemon Sun/Moon/Ultra Sun/Ultra Moonis available on the Nintendo 3DS.Pokemon Sword/Shieldis available on the Nintendo Switch.
