Z-Moves – Pokemon Sun and Moon
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.
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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