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Within thePokemonworld, Arceus is known as the creator of the universe. Outside thePokemongames, Arceus is notorious for being a Legendary Pokemon that was part of a canceled in-game event for the Sinnoh games,Diamond/Pearl/Platinum. Finally, withPokemon Brilliant DiamondandPokemon Shining Pearl, trainers will be able to catch Arceus for their Sinnoh adventures without having to hack the game.
Getting Arceus inBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearlstill requires the Azure Flute. However, instead of being a part of a Mystery Gift, players can get this key item only if they have a completed save file ofPokemon Legends: Arceus. Along with this, there are other in-game requirements inBDSPthat need to be fulfilled before Arceus can appear.
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Complete Pokemon Legends: Arceus
The titular Pokemon can be encountered inPokemon Legends: Arceusonce players have caughtevery Pokemon within the Hisui region. Arceus is part ofMission 27: The Deified Pokemon. Unfortunately for some, Mission 27 is part ofLegends: Arceus’main story Missions, meaning it must be completed to count towards theirBrilliant Diamond/Shining Pearlsave file.
Fortunately,Legends: Arceusmakes it possible to catch Pokemon without having to initiate battle, meaning it’s very easy to go to one area and catch different species simultaneously. Additionally, the main story isn’t too complicated, butsome trainers may struggle with the postgame boss.
Once Mission 27 is complete, players can then get Arceus inBrilliant DiamondandShining Pearl.
Arceus in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl
To get the Azure Flute,Brilliant DiamondandShining Pearlneed to be updated to the 1.3.0 version. Players must also have beaten the Elite Fourandreceived the National Dex. Altogether, getting Arceus inBDSPrequires the following:
The next step is toFly to Twinleaf Town. Go upstairs to the bedroom and receive the Azure Flute. With this key item in hand, it’s time to go toMt. Coronetand confront Arceus.
Specifically, having the Azure Flute will create a staircase aboveSpear Pillar(Mt. Coronet’s summit), the place where players caught Dialga (Brilliant Diamond) or Palkia (Shining Pearl). Climb the stairs to enter theHall of Originwhere Arceus will be waiting.
Arceus will be at an incrediblelevel 80, so save before trying to catch it. Bring a powerful team and have plenty of Ultra Balls and Timer Balls.
