If you’re playing Pokémon Legends: Z-A and you’ve got your hands on Amaura — the Rock/Ice-type fossil Pokémon — here’s everything you need to know: how to obtain it, how to evolve it into Aurorus, and some handy tips to make the process smooth. This article is written in clear, grade-12-level English and uses simple phrasing and varied sentence lengths to make it easy to follow.
Amaura might look gentle, but evolving it unlocks Aurorus — a powerful Pokémon with solid defenses and strong special attack. Evolving fossil Pokémon often grants you access to rare abilities and unique move combinations, so it’s definitely worth your time. If you enjoy using Ice and Rock types in battle or for story progression, evolving Amaura into Aurorus is a great choice.
How to get Amaura
Before you can evolve Amaura, you first need to obtain it in the game. Here’s how:
- Visit the Stone Emporium, the in-game shop that deals in fossils, and purchase the Sail Fossil.
- After obtaining the fossil, head to the Pokémon Research Lab and talk to the scientist NPC who can restore fossils into living Pokémon.
- Once revived, the fossil becomes Amaura. Since Amaura is a fossil Pokémon, you won’t find it wandering freely in the wild early in the game — reviving it is the only way to obtain one.
After you’ve restored Amaura, you can begin preparing for its evolution.
How to evolve Amaura into Aurorus
Evolving Amaura isn’t as simple as leveling it once — there are specific conditions you must meet. Unlike many Pokémon that evolve just by reaching a set level or using an item, Amaura’s evolution depends on both its level and the time of day in the game.
Here’s the step-by-step breakdown:
- Raise Amaura’s level to Level 39.
- Ensure it is nighttime in the game. Aurorus only evolves under the night sky.
- Once both conditions are met, trigger the evolution process — Amaura will evolve into Aurorus.
So, the key is simple: reach level 39, then wait until nighttime. You can check your in-game clock or rest at a camp or bench to speed up time if you need to.
Best practices while training and evolving Amaura
To make the evolution smoother and ensure your Aurorus performs well in battle, keep these tips in mind:
- Battle often or use XP items to reach level 39 quickly. Fossil Pokémon usually start at low levels, so it can take some grinding.
- Choose your moves wisely. After evolving, Aurorus has high special attack and good bulk, so teach it special moves like Ice Beam or Ancient Power.
- Cover its weaknesses. As a Rock/Ice-type, Aurorus is vulnerable to Steel, Fighting, Ground, and Water attacks. Pair it with Pokémon that can counter those threats.
- Use supportive items. Held items like Leftovers or Berries can increase Aurorus’s durability in longer fights.
Evolving early helps you benefit from Aurorus’s improved stats for the main story or competitive battles.
Common mistakes to avoid
Many players get confused about Amaura’s evolution requirements. Here are common pitfalls to steer clear of:
- Trying to evolve it during the day: Evolution will not trigger in daylight, no matter the level. It must be nighttime.
- Forgetting to hit Level 39: Amaura will not evolve earlier, even if it meets the time condition.
- Ignoring type matchups: Aurorus is powerful but fragile against several common types. Don’t rely solely on it for every battle.
- Neglecting revival: You can’t catch Amaura in the wild — you must revive it from the Sail Fossil.
Avoiding these mistakes saves time and ensures you don’t waste valuable experience points.
