Every trainer faces the age-old struggle: overflowing Pokémon storage. Fear not, for within this guide lies the wisdom to reclaim your digital domain and build a streamlined, battle-ready team!
Identifying Candidates for Transfer:
- Low Potential: Say goodbye to Pokémon with poor IVs (individual values) and CP (combat power). Check their appraisal or use external tools like Poké Assistant to determine their potential. Generally, anything below 2-star IVs and below 80% CP isn’t worth the space.
- Duplicates: Do you need five Pidgeys, Rattatas, or even five Charmanders? Keep one for sentimental value or evolution, but release the rest. Duplicates of legendaries or rare Pokémon can be considered for trading or future Mega Evolutions.
- Niche Specialists: Pokémon only useful for specific situations, like regional variants or weather-boosted attackers, can be released if you have stronger alternatives.
- Move Sets: Consider a Pokémon’s moveset. Useless or underwhelming moves might warrant transferring unless you have the resources to TM them.
Checking Stats:
- Appraisal: In-game appraisals offer a basic indicator of IVs and CP potential. Look for terms like “amazing” or “strong” for promising Pokémon.
- Poké Assistant: Tools like Poké Assistant provide detailed IV analysis and evolution simulations. Use them to make informed decisions.
Strategic Transferring:
- Prioritize: Focus on high-IV Pokémon relevant to your playstyle, whether it’s battling gyms, PvP, or raids. Release anything that doesn’t fit your strategy.
- Candy Management: Keep enough Candy to evolve strong Pokémon before transferring their weaker counterparts.
- Event Pokémon: Consider keeping strong event Pokémon, even if they aren’t meta-relevant, for potential future value or collector’s appeal.
- Lucky Pokémon: Lucky Pokémon with low IVs can be useful due to their boosted CP gain. Analyze them carefully before transferring.
Bonus Tips:
- Mystery Box Trick: Send low-CP Pokémon to Professor Willow for Mystery Boxes. You might receive rare encounters or valuable Candy!
- Trading: Trade unwanted Pokémon with friends for Stardust or potentially acquire new entries for your Pokédex.
- Mass Transfers: Don’t be afraid to release multiple Pokémon at once after careful consideration. Time is precious!
Remember, a lean and mean team is a winning team. Use these strategies to conquer your Pokémon storage and unleash your true trainer potential!
Disclaimer: This guide offers general advice. Adapt it to your specific game goals and preferences. Happy transferring!
