A Pokemon enthusiast engaged in a Nuzlocke run of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet has sparked widespread excitement by discovering a Shiny Pokemon in the wild. Spotting any Shiny Pokemon is generally a challenge, even more so in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, so it’s no surprise that the gaming community is joining in their celebration.
Tackling a Pokemon Nuzlocke challenge turns a typical playthrough of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet into an arduous adventure. Players pledge to abide by a strict code that dictates whether they can catch a Pokemon and what their fate is if they faint in battle. Normally, Nuzlocke’s guidelines stop players from capturing any Pokemon they’ve previously owned, making this particular encounter quite remarkable.
StrudelStorm, a dedicated Pokemon fan on Reddit, recently shared a snapshot of the moment they stumbled upon a Shiny Oinkologne during their journey. This level 28 Pokemon appeared unexpectedly, not as part of a mass outbreak, rendering it an extraordinary occurrence within the context of a Nuzlocke challenge. Even as StrudelStorm remarked on it being “just” an Oinkologne, countless fans expressed admiration for the Pokemon and their astonishment at finding a Shiny out in the wild under these trying conditions. In true Nuzlocke spirit, StrudelStorm named the Oinkologne Presunto, translating to ‘ham’ in Brazilian Portuguese.
Some community members nudged StrudelStorm to bend the rules and catch the Shiny, but others were quick to clarify that capturing Shiny Pokemon is indeed permitted in Nuzlocke runs. Ordinarily, Nuzlocke rules dictate players must only catch the first wild Pokemon they encounter in a new area and can’t seek alternatives if that Pokemon escapes. However, the Nuzlocke challenge also includes a Shiny clause, allowing players to catch any Shiny Pokemon they may come across, no strings attached regarding existing rules about area encounters or possession of similar species.
The unique twist with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Nuzlocke challenges arises from the game’s different setup. The lack of traditional routes means players like StrudelStorm often roam aimlessly until they encounter a wild Pokemon. This added layer of difficulty complements the sheer luck needed to find this Shiny, explaining why the catch is such a highlight for StrudelStorm and other players in the community.
