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Galarian Articuno at the Crown Tundra
Pokemon Sword and Shield

Galarian Articuno at the Crown Tundra

Learn how to find and catch the elusive Galarian Articuno in The Crown Tundra DLC for Pokemon Sword and Shield. A guide to its location and encounter.

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Learn how to find and catch the elusive Galarian Articuno in The Crown Tundra DLC for Pokemon Sword and Shield. A guide to its location and encounter.

Galarian Articuno is one of the three Galarian Legendary Birds you can encounter in The Crown Tundra. This guide will detail how to find and catch it.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    To encounter Galarian Articuno, you must first reach the Crown Tundra.
  2. 2
    Once in the Crown Tundra, head to the Ballimere Lake area.
  3. 3
    You will see three Galarian Legendary Birds flying around the lake. One of them is Galarian Articuno.
  4. 4
    To initiate a battle with Galarian Articuno, you need to approach it. It will then fly away and you will need to track it.
  5. 5
    Galarian Articuno will appear in different locations across the Crown Tundra. You will need to follow it and trigger the encounter.
  6. 6
    Once you successfully trigger the encounter, you will be able to battle and catch Galarian Articuno.
Tips
  • Galarian Articuno is a Psychic/Flying-type Pokemon. Be sure to bring Pokemon that are strong against these types, such as Dark, Ghost, Electric, Ice, or Rock-type Pokemon.
  • The battle with Galarian Articuno can be challenging, so ensure your team is well-prepared and at a high level.
  • Save your game before attempting to catch Galarian Articuno, in case you fail or accidentally knock it out.

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