Shiny Charm is a valuable item in the Pokémon series known for its impact on increasing the odds of encountering Shiny Pokémon. Introduced in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, the Shiny Charm significantly boosts a player's chances of finding these rare, differently-colored variants of Pokémon.
Effects: The primary effect of the Shiny Charm is to enhance Shiny Pokémon encounter rates. Without the Shiny Charm, the base odds of encountering a Shiny Pokémon are typically 1 in 4,096 in most recent Pokémon games. With the Shiny Charm, these odds are improved, often increasing the chances to 1 in 1,365. However, the exact effect can vary slightly depending on the game mechanics of each Pokémon generation.
For instance: - In Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, the Shiny Charm improves the odds from 1 in 8,192 to 1 in 2,731. - In Pokémon X and Y onwards, the
Short Effect: Raises the chance of finding a shiny Pokémon.
| Generation | Game Index |
|---|---|
| Generation V | 632 |
| Generation VI | 632 |
| Generation VII | 632 |
| Generation VIII | 632 |