Kabuto Candy is a species-specific item in Pokémon GO.
Basic Information:
- Category: Species Candies
- Cost: 20 Pokédollars (in-game currency equivalent, as candies are primarily obtained through gameplay rather than purchase)
- Availability: Earned by catching Kabuto or through transferring it to Professor Willow
Effect:
- Used to power up a Kabuto or evolve it into Kabutops
- Essential for increasing CP (Combat Power) and HP (Hit Points) of Kabuto
- Required alongside Stardust for powering up Pokémon
In-Game Use:
- Used to evolve Kabuto into Kabutops, requiring a total of 50 Kabuto Candies
- Can be used to power up Kabuto and Kabutops, increasing their battle effectiveness
- Obtained by catching Kabuto, hatching it from eggs, or transferring it to the professor
Game Appearances:
- Available in Pokémon GO since the game's launch
- Part of the core gameplay mechanics for strengthening and evolving Pokémon
- Involved in events where Kabuto is featured, increasing its availability
Strategic Applications:
- Important for players aiming to complete their Pokédex by evolving Kabuto
- Useful for strengthening Kabuto and Kabutops for battling in Gyms, Raids, and Trainer Battles
- Accumulating candies can be strategic for participating in themed events and challenges
Interesting Facts:
- Inspired by the real-world concept of collecting resources to enhance growth and evolution
- Kabuto Candy is specific to the Kabuto species, reinforcing the focus on individual Pokémon development
- Part of a broader system of species candies that encourages players to engage with various Pokémon species
- Encourages exploration and regular gameplay to collect enough candies for evolution and powering up
This summary provides a detailed overview of Kabuto Candy, highlighting its role in Pokémon GO and its importance in evolving and powering up Kabuto and Kabutops.