Finally got my shiny Mimikyu after 3643 encounters!

🔵MimikyuFairyhunting_method

Outbreak hunting in Scarlet/Violet - The fastest way to get shinies!

If you haven't tried outbreak hunting yet, you're missing out on the most efficient shiny hunting method in the current games.

Mass Outbreak

Why Outbreaks are Amazing:

  • Base odds in outbreaks: 1/2048

  • With Shiny Charm: 1/1365

  • After 60 KOs: Up to 1/512.44!


The Method:
  • Check your map for mass outbreaks

  • Travel to the outbreak location

  • Start defeating Pokemon (don't catch unless shiny)

  • After 60 KOs, odds are maximized

  • Keep hunting until the outbreak ends


Sandwich Power:
Combine with a Sparkling Power sandwich for even better odds! The Level 3 Sparkling Power adds extra shiny rolls.

My Tips:

  • Save before starting the outbreak

  • Use a strong Pokemon with spread moves

  • Keep Let's Go mode active

  • Don't fast travel (can reset outbreaks)


I've gotten 15 shinies this month using this method. What's your best outbreak find?

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Skyler

Outbreak hunting in Scarlet/Violet - The fastest way to get shinies!


If you haven't tried outbreak hunting yet, you're missing out on the most efficient shiny hunting method in the current games.


![Mass Outbreak](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/PokeAPI/sprites/master/sprites/pokemon/other/official-artwork/973.png)


**Why Outbreaks are Amazing:**

- Base odds in outbreaks: 1/2048

- With Shiny Charm: 1/1365

- After 60 KOs: Up to 1/512.44!


**The Method:**

1. Check your map for mass outbreaks

2. Travel to the outbreak location

3. Start defeating Pokemon (don't catch unless shiny)

4. After 60 KOs, odds are maximized

5. Keep hunting until the outbreak ends


**Sandwich Power:**

Combine with a Sparkling Power sandwich for even better odds! The Level 3 Sparkling Power adds extra shiny rolls.


**My Tips:**

- Save before starting the outbreak

- Use a strong Pokemon with spread moves

- Keep Let's Go mode active

- Don't fast travel (can reset outbreaks)


I've gotten 15 shinies this month using this method. What's your best outbreak find?

Feb 23, 2026, 08:14 PM
James

My journey started similarly. Pokemon really brings back memories.

Feb 23, 2026, 08:15 PM
Hana

Gyarados is definitely one of my favorites too!

Feb 23, 2026, 08:17 PM
Reese

Mimikyu is definitely one of my favorites too!

Feb 23, 2026, 08:18 PM
Sakura

Finally, someone who gets it!

Feb 24, 2026, 10:18 AM
Riley Sato

I've been a Water type specialist since Gen 3, and I can confirm this.

Feb 24, 2026, 11:33 AM
Soo Ito

I've been a Bug type specialist since Gen 4, and I can confirm this.

Feb 24, 2026, 11:34 AM
Morgan

Keep up the great work! Love seeing content like this on the forum.

Feb 24, 2026, 12:49 PM
Chen

How long did this take you? I'm considering trying it myself.

Feb 24, 2026, 08:16 PM

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