Alright, so I was on this mission to snag a Shellder in Pokémon GO. You know, that little Water-type dude that turns into the beastly Cloyster. I’d heard a few things here and there about how to catch one, so I figured I’d give it a shot and share my adventure.
Getting Started
First off, I did a bit of digging online. Turns out, catching a Shellder isn’t just about wandering around hoping for the best. It’s got a bit of strategy to it, especially with this “Aquatic Paradise” event going on. I figured that was my best bet, so I geared up and kept my eyes peeled for any news about the event.
The Hunt Begins
Now, everyone was saying Shellders pop up more near water – you know, beaches, lakes, that sort of thing. Luckily, I live near the coast, so I started hitting up my local beach. I kept an eye on my in-game map, and sure enough, I spotted a few Shellder icons popping up here and there.
Incense is Key
But here’s a little trick I learned. If you’re not near any water, or even if you are and just want to boost your chances, incense is your best friend. I popped one open, and bam! Almost immediately, I had a Shellder show up on my screen. It’s like they can’t resist that smell.
The Kala’e Bay Tip
Then I stumbled upon this tip about Kala’e Bay. Apparently, there’s a special spot there where Shellders are known to hang out. The advice was to fish in that spot, then run into the nearby cave and back out to reset it, and then fish again. They said it’s about a 20% chance to spawn a Shellder each time you do this. I thought, “Why not?” and gave it a go.
Persistence Pays Off
So, I started this little routine – fishing, cave run, repeat. It took a few tries, but I’m telling you, it worked! After a bit of persistence, I finally caught a Shellder. And let me tell you, it felt pretty good to see that little guy pop up on my screen after all that effort.
Shiny Hunting
I also heard that you can catch shiny Shellders in the game. I haven’t managed to snag one of those yet, but it’s definitely on my to-do list. I mean, who wouldn’t want a shiny version of that cool little clam?
Wrapping Up
So, that’s my Shellder-catching story. It’s a mix of being in the right place at the right time, using your items wisely, and a bit of good old-fashioned persistence. If you’re out there trying to catch one, I hope my little adventure helps you out. Just keep at it, and you’ll get your Shellder eventually. Happy hunting, folks!
