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How to Catch Cobalion
Pokémon Legends: Z-A

How to Catch Cobalion

Learn how to find and catch the legendary Pokémon Cobalion in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Follow our guide to complete the mission and add Cobalion to your team.

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Learn how to find and catch the legendary Pokémon Cobalion in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Follow our guide to complete the mission and add Cobalion to your team.

Alright, so you're looking to snag yourself Cobalion in Pokémon Legends: Z-A? Awesome! This one's a bit of a process, but totally doable. Think of it like a treasure hunt, but with a super powerful Pokémon at the end.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    First things first, you absolutely *have* to have completed the postgame DLC mission called “The Greatest Gift.” This is where you catch Rayquaza, so make sure that's done.
  2. 2
    Once that's wrapped up, head over to the Rust Syndicate Office. Talk to the folks there to get Side Mission 188, which is called “Start Special Scanning!”
  3. 3
    Now, the grind begins a little. You need to collect 25,000 Hyperspace Survey Points. The best way to do this is by exploring those Hyperspace portals you find scattered around. Keep at it!
  4. 4
    With your 25,000 points in hand, go back to Philippe at the Rust Syndicate Office. He'll let you perform a special scan. You're hoping for the game to give you an “Unknown” portal. These are the special ones where Legendaries and Mythicals like Cobalion can show up.
  5. 5
    Fingers crossed you get that “Unknown” portal! Once you do, you'll need to use a 5-star donut item to enter it.
  6. 6
    Inside the portal, you'll be told which Legendary or Mythical Pokémon is waiting for you. In this case, it's Cobalion! Your mission now is to find him before the timer runs out.
  7. 7
    Cobalion is chilling at the very end of a frozen canal. You'll find this canal near the edge of the Hyperspace area. When you get to the canal, make sure you go *under* the bridge. Keep going around the corner until you see some iron bars. That's where Cobalion will be.
Tips
  • Cobalion is a Level 200 Pokémon, so come prepared!
  • He's a Steel and Fighting type, so think about bringing Pokémon that have an advantage against those types, like Fire, Ground, or Fighting moves.
  • Don't dawdle once you're in the portal! Keep an eye on the clock to make sure you find Cobalion before time's up.

Catching Cobalion adds this powerful Steel/Fighting type Legendary to your team!

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