Pokémon GO Togedemaru: Shiny Availability, Typing & Moves

The little Electric/Steel-type Pokémon, Togedemaru, is finally getting a shiny variant in . This Alola-region favorite shows off its rust-colored spikey coat on top of the usual shiny Pokémon sparkle. Furthermore, since it's a relatively common Pokémon, Togedemaru should be easy to catch in bulk. Whether hunting a shiny or using one for battle, Togedemaru will always make a great buddy.

Known as the Roly-Poly Pokémon in the Pokedex, Togedemaru is used for its Electric/Steel-typing. It shares this dual typing with the Magnemite line. However, since it is smaller in stature and in stats than the Magnemite line, consider using it for the Little Cup, Great League, and maybe the Great League Remix, depending on the format. Flexing off your shiny Pokémon is also fun when using Togedemaru as your buddy Pokémon.

Pokémon GO allows players to trade Pokémon, which effectively transfers them to others. Pokémon GO does not allow players to trade back, though.

Togedemaru will make its shiny debut in Pokémon GO on July 25, 2024, as part of the Ultra Unlock: Strength of Steel event.

Other than encountering them in the wild, the best way to find a shiny Togedemaru during this event will be to spin PokéStops and complete Field Research tasks. Once the given task has been completed, you'll have a chance of encountering Togedemaru with a 100% catch rate. Pokémon cannot flee from a Research task encounter, making it perfect for you to use your regular Poké Balls without worrying about them running away.

There will also be a Togedemaru Spotlight Hour on July 30, 2024, starting at 6 PM in your location's timezone, where there will be loads of wild spawns to catch. Additionally, from July 25 until July 30, 2024, Togedemaru will be appearing as a One-Star Raid Boss. Use a Ground, Fire, or Fighting-type Pokémon to successfully solo this Raid Battle.

Togedemaru is an Electric/Steel-type Pokémon. This means that its best moves are super-effective against Water-, Flying-, Ice-, and