Secondly, I'm considering starting a BQ on Platinum and it will be my first quest if I do. My questions are; 1) Does your shiny starter count as the first shiny of the quest or would I have to find second poke before the gym? And 2) Any tips~? I know patience will be a huge key and I'm willing to wait, it's just I'm going in blind and wondering if anyone has any advice?
Yes, starter counts. As for tips, just be prepared for really long hunts. Also, do research on your targets beforehand to avoid falling. Look out for stuff like Whirlwind, Roar, self-inflicting moves, etc, so you're not caught off guard. Good luck. :]
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I see Storm_Dragoon's luck is still OP, gratz on the Ekans! Gratz on all the recent shinies as well.
Phase 5 for Scatterbug is at 2.2k and going strong! I'm feeling pretty motivated for it despite all the phases. I've hatched about 360 eggs for Spritzee so far, hopefully it hatches soon, I can't wait to start MMing for the CH. :]
Good luck everyone!