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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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Isabella Kang

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, 03:14 PM
Hyun

Don't give up, fellow trainer! The grind is worth it.

Feb 23, 2026, 03:15 PM
Yuki Le

Thanks for sharing this! Really helpful information.

Feb 23, 2026, 03:15 PM
Hana Johnson

Thanks for sharing this! Really helpful information.

Feb 23, 2026, 03:17 PM
Noah Ito

This brings up a good point. What do others think about this?

Feb 23, 2026, 03:18 PM
Soo Li

Charizard is definitely one of my favorites too!

Feb 23, 2026, 04:33 PM
Mason Wilson

Has anyone tried this with a different approach? Curious to hear alternatives.

Feb 23, 2026, 04:35 PM
Jordan

Quick question - does this method work in the newer games too?

Feb 23, 2026, 04:36 PM
Mia Watanabe

Great post! I totally agree with this. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

Feb 23, 2026, 04:37 PM
Alex

Umbreon is definitely one of my favorites too!

Feb 24, 2026, 10:17 AM
Xiao Anderson

This community is amazing. Thanks for being so helpful!

Feb 24, 2026, 10:20 AM
Casey Liu

This brings up a good point. What do others think about this?

Feb 24, 2026, 11:34 AM
Taylor

Congrats on the achievement! That's really impressive.

Feb 24, 2026, 11:36 AM
Hana Zhang

Quick question - does this method work in the newer games too?

Feb 24, 2026, 11:36 AM
Linh Nguyen

Finally, someone who gets it!

Feb 24, 2026, 02:04 PM
Sakura Rodriguez

Umbreon is definitely one of my favorites too!

Feb 24, 2026, 03:21 PM
Jing

Finally, someone who gets it!

Feb 24, 2026, 03:22 PM
Jing Le

Couldn't agree more. You've hit the nail on the head here.

Feb 24, 2026, 03:24 PM
Hana Anderson

I need to try this ASAP. Saving this thread!

Feb 24, 2026, 08:19 PM

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