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Meteorite Pokémon
In Pokémon GO, Solrock and Lunatone are famous for being a “Regional Duo.” They are heavily tied to the theme of the sun and moon, and their availability often shifts based on the time of year or special events.
Here is a breakdown of their descriptions and how they function in the game.
Solrock is a Rock/Psychic-type Pokémon that resembles a stylized sun. In Pokémon GO, it is often treated as the “daytime” counterpart of the pair.
Appearance: A circular orange body with yellow rocky spikes radiating outward like sunbeams. It has large, intimidating eyesBehavior: It is said to derive its energy from sunlight. In the game, it is more commonly found during the day and in sunny weather.
Combat Profile: While not a top-tier
attacker, it can be a decent budget choice for beginners against Poison or Fighting types.
Fast Moves: Confusion, Rock Throw.
Charged Moves: Solar Beam, Rock Slide, Psychic.
Lunatone: The Meteorite
Pokémon
Lunatone is also a Rock/Psychic-type, but it is modeled after a crescent moon. It serves as the “nighttime” counterpart.
Appearance: A cream-colored, crescent-shaped body with a distinct beak-like “nose” and glowing red eyes.
Behavior: Its power is tied to the phases of the moon. In Pokémon GO, you are muchCombat Profile: It shares the same typing as Solrock but has a slightly different move pool that leans into its lunar theme.
Fast Moves: Confusion, Rock Throw.
Charged Moves: Moonblast, Psychic, Rock Slide.
The Regional Dynamic
What makes these two unique in Pokémon GO is their Global Migration.
1. Hemisphere Exclusivity: Usually, one is exclusive to the Eastern Hemisphere (Europe, Asia, Oceania) while the other is exclusive to the Western Hemisphere (The Americas, Greenland).
2. The Swap: Niantic occasionally “swaps” their locations during Solstice events. This allows players to complete their Pokédex without traveling to another continent.
3. Shiny Forms: Both have Shiny versions
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