Pokémon fans everywhere are always looking for ways to evolve their favorite pocket monsters, and Farfetch’d is no exception. In the new and exciting adventure Pokémon Legends: Z-A, evolving some Pokémon follows the classic formula, but others use special conditions that may seem confusing at first. In this easy-to-read web article, we’ll walk you through how to evolve Farfetch’d in Legends Z-A, explain some important details about the process, and give you practical tips to make it easier. Whether you’re a new trainer just starting your journey or a seasoned player trying to complete your Pokédex, this guide is made for you.
Farfetch’d is a beloved Pokémon that has appeared in many Pokémon games over the years. It’s known for carrying a stalk of leek and fighting with style. In most mainline Pokémon games, Farfetch’d did not evolve at all. However, in the Galar region introduced in Sword & Shield, a regional form called Galarian Farfetch’d was given the ability to evolve into Sirfetch’d using a unique method that breaks away from traditional leveling-up evolution. This method is very different from evolution in older games, and it carries over into Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Before we go on, it’s important to know that only the Galarian form of Farfetch’d can evolve. The original Kantonian, or “normal” version of Farfetch’d, cannot evolve into Sirfetch’d in Legends Z-A. So make sure you’re working with the right version.
How Evolution Works in Pokémon Legends: Z-A
In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, evolution mostly works the way it did in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. When a Pokémon meets its evolution requirements, you’ll see a small arrow next to its icon in the menu indicating that it can evolve. From there, you can manually choose when to evolve it instead of it happening automatically. Most Pokémon evolve by leveling up to a certain level, increasing friendship, or using an item.
However, Farfetch’d and its evolution to Sirfetch’d work differently. Instead of evolving from reaching a specific level or holding a special stone, Farfetch’d must meet a battle condition that requires skill and strategy.
Special Evolution Condition: Critical Hits
The key to evolving Galarian Farfetch’d into Sirfetch’d is landing three critical hits in a single battle. That’s it — no item evolution stone, no friendship requirement, and no trading. The trick is that all three critical hits must occur in the same fight. When you do this successfully, Farfetch’d will evolve into Sirfetch’d.
What Is a Critical Hit?
In Pokémon battles, a critical hit is an attack that deals more damage than normal. This can happen randomly in battles, but there are ways to increase your Pokémon’s chances of landing critical hits. This makes the evolution process easier and more predictable.
Step-by-Step Guide to Evolving Farfetch’d
Here’s a simple plan you can follow when you’re ready to try evolving your Farfetch’d:
- Catch or choose a Galarian Farfetch’d in your party.
- Equip it with a Leek if it isn’t already holding one.
- Select an opponent that can withstand several hits without fainting quickly.
- Start a battle and attack strategically, aiming for three critical hits in that fight.
- Watch for the evolution notification after the battle — your Farfetch’d will evolve into Sirfetch’d once the condition is met.
