Pokémon Go is currently celebrating the arrival of autumn with its Harvest Festival event, which runs from October 10-16. This seasonal event brings an increased frequency of fall-themed Pokémon encounters, including Miltank, Smoliv, and Combee. However, the most anticipated additions are two brand-new Pokémon: Dipplin and its evolved form, Hydrapple.
Dipplin represents another alternate evolution for Applin, a Pokémon initially introduced in the Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. To obtain Dipplin in Pokémon Go, trainers must acquire a new and somewhat challenging-to-find item: Syrupy Apples. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps to get both Dipplin and Hydrapple in Pokémon Go.
How to Obtain Dipplin
The simplest way to add Dipplin to your collection is by evolving an Applin. This evolution requires a specific set of items: 200 Applin Candy and 20 Syrupy Apples.
Syrupy Apples are a novel item introduced exclusively for the Harvest Festival event and can be discovered at PokéStops. Once you`ve gathered the required items, you can proceed with the evolution of Applin into Dipplin directly from Applin`s detail page in your Pokémon storage.
Finding Syrupy Apples
Similar to the Sweet Apples and Tart Apples used for Appletun and Flapple respectively, Syrupy Apples are primarily obtained from PokéStops. To increase your chances of finding them, activate a Mossy Lure Module at any PokéStop. While the module is active, Syrupy Apples will periodically appear on your in-game map.
When you spot an apple, simply tap on it to attempt collection. It`s important to note that not every tap guarantees an apple; sometimes, tapping an item on the map might trigger an encounter with a wild Pokémon instead. Therefore, patience and persistence are crucial for accumulating enough Syrupy Apples.
Evolving Dipplin into Hydrapple
Evolving Dipplin into Hydrapple does not require any additional Syrupy Apples. However, it demands a significant amount of Applin Candy, totaling 400 Applin Candy. Furthermore, trainers must complete an additional task: you need to catch seven Dragon-type Pokémon while Dipplin is set as your buddy Pokémon. This adds an extra layer of complexity to the evolution process.
Tips for Faster Candy Collection
Collecting 400 candy can be a lengthy process, but there are several strategies to expedite it. Since Applin is appearing more frequently during the Harvest Festival event, always use a Pinap Berry before catching Applin. This will double the amount of candy you receive. Additionally, you can convert any Rare Candy you have stored into Applin Candy, which is an effective way to quickly meet the 400 candy requirement.
Are Shiny Dipplin and Hydrapple Available?
Currently, shiny versions of Dipplin and Hydrapple are not available in Pokémon Go because shiny Applin has not yet been introduced to the mobile game. There is no official announcement regarding when shiny Applin will make its debut in Pokémon Go. Typically, new shiny Pokémon are released during special in-game events, so it`s reasonable to expect their arrival as part of a future event.
While the Harvest Festival concludes on October 16, Pokémon Go still has many exciting events planned for this month, including a Pokémon Legends: Z-A crossover and the much-anticipated annual Halloween celebration.