As trainers venture into the wilds of the Hisui region in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, they’ll encounter powerful Alpha Pokémon that pose a serious challenge, like the Alpha Ninetails that inhabits the Cobalt Coastlands. In addition to being filled with wild might that causes their eyes to glow red, Alpha Pokémon are significantly bigger and stronger than others of their species, and they won’t hesitate to attack the player relentlessly when they spot them. However, players seeking a powerful Fire-Type Pokémon to add to their team can capture Alpha Ninetails with the right supplies and strategies.
Alpha Pokémon stand out from the other Pokémon of their species in Pokémon Legends: Arceus thanks to their size and red eyes, and players may notice the background music becomes more intense when an Alpha is nearby. Most of these aggressive Alpha Pokémon are found in more remote areas of the map, and they can easily knock the trainer down in only a few hits, causing them to blackout and return to camp. Facing Alpha Pokémon can be dangerous, but they have higher Effort Levels than their non-Alpha counterparts and can learn moves through leveling that can typically only be taught by a Move Tutor in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
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While it’s possible to catch Alpha Pokémon without battling, it can be extremely difficult and requires plenty of stealth-boosting items, not to mention strategy. Once players unlock Ultra Balls at Sixth Star Rank, they’ll have a much better chance of successfully catching Alpha Ninetails, and it’s not a bad idea to wait until leveling past this Star Rank to challenge the Alpha Fox Pokémon since players will encounter it at level 61. Alpha
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