Zacian - Pokemon Sword and Shield Guide - IGN (2024)

FAQs

Is Zacian good in Pokémon Sword? ›

Zacian is a good revenge killer in AG due to its good Speed and Attack stat, which are further boosted by Choice Scarf and its ability Intrepid Sword.

In Pokemon Sword, Zacian can be caught above the tower of Hammerlocke Gym. See our indepth guide for tips on catching Zacian, by clicking here. In Pokemon Shield, Zacian cannot be caught. The only way to obtain it is via trading.

Zamazenta has 3 weaknesses to worry about with Fire, Fighting, and Ground-type moves, while Zacian would only have to worry about two weaknesses Fire and Ground. Meaning Zacian's type neutralizes Fairy's weaknesses. This puts Zacian forward as a better Pokémon, battle wise.

In Pokémon UNITE, the Rusted Sword is a held item that has no effect. Zacian is forced to use it; no other Pokémon can have it.

The overpowered Zacian is a huge problem for Pokémon Unite players, one that Tencent Games and TiMi Studios need to fix. Here's why. Despite being a dynamic and fun MOBA implementing an extremely popular franchise, Pokémon Unite is getting a reputation for releasing new Pokémon in an overpowered state.

Zacian and Zamazenta, when in their Crowned forms, have a massive 700 base stat total. Both are Steel-types, but have different secondary typing. Zacian is Steel/Fairy-type, while Zamazenta is Steel/Fighting. Combined, the trio tie with Arceus for the fourth-highest base stat total of any obtainable Pokemon.

Zacian/Zamazenta have a catch rate of 10 out of 255, so pretty low. They make good candidates for the Master Ball, but it's not needed.

Yeah, it's possible, but it's a bit more difficult. Trying use something like an Ultra Ball, that's probably your best bet unless it's night time. If it's night, use a Dusk Ball.

Eternatus' Forms

Eternatus does not have evolutions, but it does have two forms. Eternatus's regular form and the Eternamax form. The Eternamax form is only encountered in the battle at the Energy Plant. As of this writing, you cannot Dynamax/Gigantamax Eternatus to achieve the Eternamax form.

However, with Zacian and Zamazenta fighting against Eternatus, the two heroes were able to defeat the Dynamax-causing Pokemon and seal it away. Having defeated Eternatus, the two heroes retreated to the Slumbering Weald to rest until the day they were needed again.

Is Eternatus faster than Zacian? ›

Crowned Sword Zacian (148)

Zacian could theoretically be counted twice as its unarmed form is still faster than Spectrier, Tapu Koko, or Eternatus by eight points.

Why Zamazenta Is Far Worse in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. While both of the Generation 8 Legendaries got nerfs, with Zacian getting its Attack stat cut by 20 when in the Crowned Sword form and 10 in its normal form.

Yes, if they are compatible with each other.

Well, you're in luck! Soon, you'll be able to get Shiny Zacian and Shiny Zamazenta by visiting a GameStop store and picking up a special code card. The codes let you receive Shiny Zacian in Pokémon Shield and Shiny Zamazenta in Pokémon Sword.

Zacian is weak against - Poison and steel-types. Zacian counters - Beedrill, Victreebel, Roserade, Nihilego and Overqwil for poison-types. Metagross, Dialga, Excadrill and Genesect for steel-types.

Zacian-C is a centralizing force in AG that threatens offense and balance alike with its Intrepid Sword-boosted Attack, excellent STAB combination, great coverage, and fantastic Speed.

Speaking of strong Fairy/Steel-type Pokemon, Zacian is quite likely the strongest Pokemon to come out of the franchise. With an incredible Attack of 150 and a Speed of 148, Zacian was made to be a prime physical sweeper.