How to get Galarian Weezing in Pokemon Go & can it be Shiny?
The Pokemon Company / NianticThroughout the years, Pokemon Go has added regional forms from the mainline titles, such as the Poison/Fairy-type Galarian Weezing.
The iconic Weezing received a Galarian version with the release of the Sword & Shield games, and just like the Alolan forms in Gen 7, it adopted a new region-specific appearance and type.
Galarian Weezing is a dual Poison/Fairy-type Pokemon with a distinguished look that resembles both an English gentleman and a factory.
If you’re looking for this Poison/Fairy-type creature to complete your Pokedex, here are all the details you need to catch one in Niantic’s game.
How to get Galarian Weezing in Pokemon Go
THE POKEMON COMPANYThis toxic Pokemon can be quite hard to get, as it doesn’t normally spawn in the wild. Right now, players can evolve Koffing into Galarian Weezing thanks to the Legendary Heroes event, which runs from September 26 through October 1.
Typically, the only way to get Galarian Weezing in the game is by defeating it in 3-Star Raid battles, so you usually have to wait for raid rotations or special events to obtain one.
Previously, players were able to get it as a reward for completing Field Research Tasks like “Win 2 raids: Timeless Travels” or Special/Timed Research Tasks such as “Glittering Garde: Timed Research – 1st part: Hatch 2 Eggs”.
Can Galarian Weezing be Shiny in Pokemon Go?
Yes, Shiny Galarian Weezing is available in Pokemon Go, as the game added it during an August 2021 event. Unlike its original gray appearance, the Shiny version has a brownish body but still emits green smoke.
During the Ultra Space Wonders event, players will have more chances of finding a Shiny Galarian Weezing in 3-Star raid battles, so keep challenging this creature until you find it.
How to evolve Koffing into Galarian Weezing in Pokemon Go
NIANTICIn the mainline games, any Koffing that is evolved in the Galar region will turn into a Galarian Weezing. However, in Pokemon Go, evolving a Koffing will always result in a regular Weezing.
Outside of events, no evolution method will turn a Koffing into a Galarian Weezing in Pokemon Go, as the only way to acquire this regional variation is through Raid battles.
During events where it can be obtained via evolution, all you need to do is use 50 Koffing Candy – the same amount needed for Kantoian Weezing.
You’ll be able to see Weezing’s silhouette or sprite before you evolve it, so it’ll be clear which form you’re getting.
Keep in mind that during Legendary Heroes, Koffing will only evolve into Galarian Weezing.
Pokemon Go Galarian Weezing stats, moves, resistances & weaknesses
As a dual Poison/Fairy-type ‘mon, Galarian Weezing has the following stats:
| ATTACK | DEFENSE | STAMINA | CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 174 | 197 | 163 | 2592 |
Galarian Weezing Fast Moves
- Tackle (Normal)
- Fairy Wing (Fairy/STAB)
Galarian Weezing Charged Moves
- Hyper Beam (Normal)
- Sludge (Poison/STAB)
- Play Rough (Fairy/STAB)
- Overheat (Fire)
- Brutal Swing (Dark)
Galarian Weezing resistances
Galarian Weezing weaknesses
That’s everything to know about getting Galarian Weezing in Pokemon Go! For more on the game, check out our guides on Pokemon Go Spotlight Hour, Giovanni’s current lineup, and the current Raid Boss schedule.