DEXERTOThe Alolan Fire/Dragon-type Turtonator is back as a Pokemon Go Raid boss, so here’s all you need to know to add this mighty turtle to your collection, including its Shiny availability.
Turtonator was introduced to the Pokemon franchise in Gen 7’s Alola region and debuted in Niantic’s game in June 2023, as part of the Dark Flames event.
Though tricky to find, the fearsome Blast Turtle Pokemon can be a good addition to any team. So, here are all the details on how to get Turtonator in Pokemon Go, including details on its comeback as a Raid boss and Shiny availability.
How to get Turtonator in Pokemon Go
Even though Turtonator has been a part of Pokemon Go for almost two years, this creature is still considered hard to find as it doesn’t spawn in the wild.
Currently, there are only two ways trainers can find Turtonator:
- As a hatch from 10km Eggs – from Adventure Sync rewards
- As a Tier 3 Raid boss
THE POKEMON COMPANYAs mentioned above, thanks to the recent Raid rotations, players can currently fight Turtonator in 3-Star Raids. However, it is unknown how long it will stay, as Raid bosses tend to change between weeks or whenever a new event goes live. This means trainers should take advantage and go after it right away.
Previously, players were able to get this mighty turtle as a reward for completing Field Research Tasks like “Win 3 raids: Dark Flames” or Special/Timed Research Tasks such as “Lunar New Year: Dragons Unleashed – 2nd part: Power up 15 Dragon-type Pokemon”.
Turtonator stats, moves, resistances & weaknesses
As a dual Fire/Dragon-type Pokemon, Turtonator has the following stats:
| ATTACK | DEFENSE | STAMINA | CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165 | 215 | 155 | 2513 |
Fast Moves
- Ember (Fire/STAB)
- Fire Spin (Fire/STAB)
- Incinerate (Fire/STAB)
Charged Moves
- Flamethrower (Fire/STAB)
- Flash Cannon (Steel)
- Dragon Pulse (Dragon/STAB)
- Overheat (Fire/STAB)
Resistances
Weaknesses
Can Turtonator be Shiny?
Yes, Turtonator can be Shiny in Pokemon Go, as this special variation was added to the game on the same day the creature debuted.
DEXERTOThe difference between a regular Turtonator and a Shiny Turtonator is that the red body parts become brown, giving it an underwhelming look.
Remember that the odds of finding a Shiny Pokemon are very low, as there’s no special technique or method to secure an encounter. The only thing trainers can do to increase their chances is to hunt as many Abra as they can until they come across what they’re looking for.
That’s everything you need to know about how to get Turtonator in Pokemon Go. Don’t forget to check out the latest Pokemon Go events, including the current Community Day and Spotlight Hours.
