Top 3 Shiny Tyranitar Hunting Methods in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

Shiny hunting Tyranitar can be a rewarding, albeit challenging, endeavor in Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. Its imposing presence and awesome Dragon-type matchups make it a sought-after shiny. Here are three effective methods to maximize your chances of finding a shiny Tyranitar in these games:

## 1. Masuda Method Breeding (Best for Egg Moves)

The Masuda Method involves breeding two Pokemon of different languages. This drastically increases the shiny chance from the base rate of 1/4096 to approximately 1/683. This method is particularly useful if you want a shiny Tyranitar with specific egg moves.

**Steps:**

1. **Obtain a Foreign Ditto:** The easiest way to accomplish this is through trading using online communities. A Ditto from a different language region (e.g., Japanese, French, German) is crucial.

2. **Breed Ditto with a Larvitar or Pupitar:** Place your foreign Ditto and either a Larvitar or Pupitar (found in the Grand Underground) into the Jubilife City Nursery.

3. **Collect Eggs:** Walk or bike around Jubilife City until the Nursery Lady has an egg. Collect the egg.

4. **Hatch Eggs:** Hatch the eggs. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you get your shiny Larvitar.


**Pros:** Higher shiny odds, control over nature (using Everstone), ability to pass down egg moves.

**Cons:** Requires patience, can still take a significant amount of time.

## 2. Chain Catching in the Grand Underground (Great for Early Game)

While not as effective as the Masuda Method, chain catching in the Grand Underground can still improve your odds. The more of the same species you catch or defeat consecutively, the better your chances become.

**Steps:**

1. **Enter the Grand Underground:** Head to any location where Larvitar or Pupitar spawns (e.g., Rocky Cave, Sandsear Cave, Sunlit Cavern). These spawns are version exclusive to Shining Pearl, so Brilliant Diamond players will need to trade for Larvitar/Pupitar.

2. **Chain Larvitar/Pupitar:** Catch or defeat Larvitar or Pupitar repeatedly without encountering other Pokemon. Aim for a chain of at least 40.

3. **Check Spawns:** After reaching a chain of 40, frequently check the overworld spawns in the same area. The increased odds will make it more likely for a shiny to appear.


**Pros:** Can be done relatively early in the game. Can be combined with the shiny charm for even better odds.

**Cons:** Can be tedious, requires consistent encounters, vulnerable to breaking the chain.

## 3. Post-Game Full Odds Hunting (Classic Approach)

Once you have the Shiny Charm, your chances of finding a shiny dramatically increase. While still challenging, full-odds hunting with the Shiny Charm is a valid option.

**Steps:**

1. **Obtain the Shiny Charm:** Complete the Sinnoh Pokedex (excluding Mythical Pokemon) and talk to Professor Rowan to receive the Shiny Charm.

2. **Find a Tyranitar Spawn:** Go to an area where Tyranitar spawns in the post-game. This can include areas within the Grand Underground or through transferring from Pokemon HOME.

3. **Encounter and Reset:** Encounter Tyranitar, and if it's not shiny, either run away or defeat it. Repeat the process until a shiny appears. The Shiny Charm increases your odds to approximately 1/1365.


**Pros:** Straightforward, only requires patience.

**Cons:** Time-consuming, even with the Shiny Charm. No control over nature or IVs unless utilizing other methods.

No matter which method you choose, remember to save frequently to avoid losing any progress! Happy hunting, and good luck finding your shiny Tyranitar!


Which of these methods do you find the most appealing, and why?

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