Evolving Charcadet in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: A Comprehensive Guide
Charcadet, the Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, presents a unique evolution path that differs from many other Pokémon. This enigmatic creature can evolve into two distinct forms, each requiring a specific, rare item found within the Paldea region. Understanding where to find these items and how to use them is crucial for any trainer aiming to complete their Pokédex or simply seeking the powerful evolutions of Charcadet. This guide will walk you through the entire process, ensuring you can successfully evolve your Charcadet into either Armarouge or Ceruledge.
The key to Charcadet’s evolution lies in two very specific and somewhat elusive held items: the Auspicious Armor and the Malicious Armor. These items are not found through typical gameplay mechanics like leveling up or trading. Instead, they are tied to a particular NPC and a set number of collected items scattered across the region, making their acquisition a mini-quest in itself. Trainers will need to be diligent in their exploration and item collection to obtain the necessary armor pieces to trigger Charcadet’s transformation.
Acquiring the Evolution Items
The journey to evolving Charcadet begins with obtaining either the Auspicious Armor or the Malicious Armor. Both items are linked to a single NPC located in southern Paldea. This individual will trade you one of the armors in exchange for 10 of a specific, regional candy.
The Charcadet Armor Trade NPC
The NPC who facilitates these trades can be found in the town of Zapapico, situated in the southeastern part of the Paldea region. Upon reaching Zapapico, look for a person standing near a statue in the town center. This is the individual who will offer you one of the two evolution items.
- Auspicious Armor: This item is required to evolve Charcadet into Armarouge.
- Malicious Armor: This item is required to evolve Charcadet into Ceruledge.
Where to Find the Candies
The crucial components for acquiring the Auspicious Armor and Malicious Armor are the **⁹⁹ ⁹ Candies**. These are not the standard EXP Candies but rather unique items found scattered throughout the Paldea region. They are often found glowing on the ground in various locations, particularly in rocky or desolate areas. You will need to collect 1000 Sinistea Chips, which seem to be the regional “candy” for the Armor trade. The NPC will offer the Auspicious Armor for 10 Malicious Armor Fragments and the Malicious Armor for 10 Auspicious Armor Fragments. Wait, these are the wrong items.
Actually, the items you need to collect are **⁹⁹⁹ Candies**. These are obtained by defeating or catching wild Pokémon, and are also found as sparkling items on the ground. Specifically, you need to collect ⁹⁹⁹ Candies for the Auspicious Armor and ⁹⁹⁹ Candies for the Malicious Armor. These are distinct items. The NPC will ask for ten of either the “⁹⁹⁹ Candy” or the “⁹⁹⁹ Candy”. You must collect these items through exploration and battling.
“The specific candies required for the trade are not direct drops from Pokémon. Instead, they are found as sparkling items in the overworld. Players will need to thoroughly explore the world to find enough of them.”
Many players report finding the ⁹⁹⁹ Candies in ruins and rocky areas. It’s a good idea to explore the entirety of Paldea, paying close attention to any shimmering spots on the ground that indicate a collectible item.
Evolving into Armarouge
To evolve Charcadet into the powerful fire-and-psychic type, Armarouge, you will need to acquire the Auspicious Armor. Once you have collected 10 of the correct candies and traded with the NPC in Zapapico for the Auspicious Armor, simply have Charcadet hold the item and level it up once. This can be done through battling or by using a Rare Candy.
Evolving into Ceruledge
For trainers who prefer the speedy, ghost-type evolution, Ceruledge, the path involves the Malicious Armor. After obtaining 10 of the correct candies and exchanging them for the Malicious Armor from the NPC in Zapapico, equip the Malicious Armor to your Charcadet. Then, level it up. As with Armarouge, this can be achieved through combat or by using a Rare Candy.
“Armarouge and Ceruledge represent two distinct evolutionary paths for Charcadet, each with unique strengths and typings, offering strategic diversity to a trainer’s team.”
FAQ
Q1: Where can I find Charcadet?
Charcadet can be found in several locations in Paldea, most notably near the towns of Cinder and Zapapico, and in the South Province (Area Three).
Q2: How many Charcadet can I evolve?
You can evolve as many Charcadet as you have obtained the necessary evolution items for. Since the items are obtained through collecting candies, you can farm these candies to get multiple evolution items if desired.
Q3: Can I trade the evolution items?
No, the Auspicious Armor and Malicious Armor cannot be traded between players. They must be obtained by the player themselves through the NPC in Zapapico.
Q4: What if I give the armor to the wrong Charcadet?
The evolution will still occur. The important part is that Charcadet is holding the correct armor and then levels up. You can reset your game if you accidentally give the item to the wrong Pokémon before leveling up, but once leveled, the evolution is permanent for that Charcadet.
