Z-Moves are a brand new addition to Pokemon Sun and Moon, that let your Pokemon unleash powerful attacks once per battle. There are a few requirements you have to meet to pull off Z-Moves, however, and they’re something you’ll progressively unlock throughout the game.
First things first, you’ll need a Z-Ring, but don’t worry, as you get that through the story pretty early on. Secondly, you need Z-Crystals to pull off a move, but you’ll also unlock these as your progress through the story. Each Z-Crystal is themed to a different Pokemon type, and in order to use a Z-Move, a Pokemon will have to have a move of the exact same type. So if you want a Pikachu to use a Normal Type Z-Crystal, it’ll need to know a Normal attack like Tackle or Quick Attack.
There are, however, a few Pokemon in Sun and Moon that have specific Z-Crystals that only they can use. These are Pokemon like Eevee, Pikachu, and Snorlax. It should also be noted that moves that give status effects can also be used with Z-Moves, and if an enemy is using Fly or Dig, Z-Moves will still miss. Below you’ll find the location of each type specific Z-Crystal and how you can get them, followed by all the Pokemon specific Z-Crystals we know about so far. Please be aware that there are minor story spoilers for Pokemon Sun and Moon.
Type Z-Crystals
Normal Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the fist trial with Illim.
Fighting Z-Crystal
Get this one by defeating the first Kahuna, Hau
Water Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the second trial with Lana.
Fire Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the third trial with Kiawe.
Grass Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the fourth trial with Mallow.
Rock Z-Crystal
Get this one by defeating the second Kahuna, Olivia. You’ll also need to trade with the Hiker in the Tapu Village PokeCenter.
Electric Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the fourth trial with Sophocles.
Steel Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the fifth trial with Molayne gifts it.
Ghost Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the sixth trial with Acerola.
Bug Z-Crystal
Get this one by defeating the Team Skull Leader Guzma in his hideout.
Dark Z-Crystal
Get this one by defeating the third Kahuna, Nanu.
Poison Z-Crystal
This crystal will be given to you by Plumeria on Poni Island.
Ground Z- Crystal
Get this one by defeating the fourth Kahuna, Hapu.
Fairy Z-Crystal
This one will be given to you by Mina at Vast Poni Canyon.
Dragon Z-Crystal
Get this one by completing the seventh trial.
Ice Z-Crystal
You’ll get this crystal on Mount Lanakila.
Flying Z-Crystal
You’ll get this crystal at Ten Carat Hill, but do note you’ll need Tauros and Machamp to do so.
All Pokemon Specific Z-Crystals
Pikanium-Z, Lets You Use Catastropika
You’ll need to taalk to the girl that has three Pikachu, and resides in Konikoni City. Pikachu will also need to know the ability Volt Tackle.
Incineroar-Z, Lets You Use Malicious Moonsault
This one is gifted by Kukui after defeating Guzma for first time, if you chose Litten as a starter. If not, you’ll get it after defeating Hau and becoming the Alola Champion. Incineroar will need to know the ability Darkest Lariat.
Primarina-Z, Lets You Use Oceanic Operetta
This one is gifted by Kukui after defeating Guzma for first time, if you chose Popplio as a starter. If not, you’ll get it after defeating Hau and becoming the Alola Champion. Primarina will need to know the ability Sparkling Aria.
Decidueye-Z, Lets You Use Sinister Arrow Raid
This one is gifted by Kukui after defeating Guzma for first time, if you chose Rowlet as a starter. If not, you’ll get it after defeating Hau and becoming the Alola Champion. Decidueye will need to know the ability Spirit Shackle.
Tapunium-Z, Lets You Use Guardian of Alola
You’ll get this one after becoming the Alolan Champion anddefeating Tapu Koko. Your Tapu Pokemon will need to know Nature’s Madness in order to use it.
Snorlium-Z, Lets You Use Pulverizing Pancake
To get this one you’ll have to download the special distribution Munchlax, then evolve it into Snorlax. Snorlax also needs to know the move Giga Impact.
Alola Raichu-Z, Lets You Use Stoked Sparksurfer
You’ll need to talk to the woman in Seafolk Village, at the Steelix Sub, and also have Alola Raichu in your party.
Eevee-Z, Lets You Use Extreme Evoboost
For the Eevee Z-Crystal, talk to the Man in the Thirfty Megamart. However, you’ll also need to defeat the 8 Eeveelution trainers. Here’s the locations of the ones we know of so far.Vaporeon – Trainer SchoolFlareon – Tide Song Hotel
Espeon – Geothermal Power Plant
Umbreon – Hau’Oli Cemetary
Glaceon – Iki Town on Melemele
Leafeon – Hano Grand Resort
There you have it, that’s how you use Z-Moves, along wit the Z-Crystals and requirements you need. Check back later to see if more Pokemon specific Z-Crystals are discovered.
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