Getting Scorbunny's hidden ability, Libero, in Pokémon Sword can be a bit tricky, but it's definitely achievable! This guide will walk you through the process, making sure you add this powerful Pokémon to your team with its best possible trait. Libero changes Scorbunny's type to match the move it just used, making it incredibly versatile.
Understanding Scorbunny and Libero
Scorbunny, the Fire-type starter Pokémon in Pokémon Sword, is known for its speed and aggressive fighting style. While its standard abilities, Blaze and Lightning Rod, are useful, Libero offers a game-changing strategic advantage. By allowing type-changing on the fly, Libero grants Scorbunny incredible adaptability and opens up many more tactical options in battle.
The Method: Breeding for Libero
Unfortunately, you can't simply find a Scorbunny with Libero in the wild. You'll need to breed for it. This requires a bit of patience and a specific Pokémon.
What You'll Need:
- A Scorbunny (or evolved form): You'll need a Scorbunny, Raboot, or Cinderace to start the breeding process. This can be your starter or one you've caught or obtained later in the game.
- A Pokémon with the Ability "Flame Body": This is crucial. The Flame Body ability increases the chance of obtaining a Pokémon with its Hidden Ability. Several Pokémon possess this ability; some readily available options include:
- Magmar: Relatively easy to obtain and breed.
- Ninetales (Alolan form): Another viable choice, though possibly harder to acquire depending on your game progress.
The Breeding Process:
- Prepare your Pokémon: Place your Scorbunny line Pokémon and the Pokémon with Flame Body in the Day Care.
- Collect the Eggs: After some time and interaction, the Day Care attendant will give you an egg.
- Hatch the Egg: Hatch the egg to obtain a new Scorbunny.
- Check the Ability: Carefully check the newly hatched Scorbunny's ability. It should list one of its abilities. If it's not Libero, you'll need to repeat the process.
- Repeat until Libero appears: Keep breeding until you obtain a Scorbunny with the Libero ability. This is a process of chance and can take multiple attempts.
Increasing your Odds:
- Multiple Flame Body Pokémon: Using multiple Pokémon with Flame Body can potentially speed up the process. Try breeding with more than one at the same time to increase your chances of getting a Scorbunny with Libero.
- Breed with other Pokémon having hidden abilities: This is more advanced, but breeding two Pokémon already possessing hidden abilities increases your chances of getting a Pokémon with a hidden ability.
Why is Libero so Valuable?
Libero's adaptability makes Scorbunny and its evolutions a top-tier competitive Pokémon. By changing its type based on the move used, it overcomes type weaknesses and can take advantage of type matchups to deal significant damage and effectively counter diverse enemy types. This makes it a powerful asset for both casual play and competitive battling.
Conclusion
Getting Scorbunny's hidden ability might require some dedication through breeding, but the reward—a powerful and versatile Pokémon—is well worth the effort. Follow these steps and a little patience, and you’ll soon have a Scorbunny with Libero ready to dominate the battles! Remember to save frequently to avoid accidentally discarding your hard work. Good luck, trainers!
