In Pokemon GO, the Metal Coat item allows certain Pokemon to evolve into their Steel-type forms of evolution. Introduced in Generation II, Metal Coat has been an important evolution item ever since. This article covers everything trainers need to know about getting and using Metal Coats in Pokemon GO.
How to Get Metal Coat in Pokemon GO
The most reliable way to obtain Metal Coats is by spinning PokeStops and Gyms.
- While the odds are low, there is a small chance of receiving a Metal Coat from any spin.
- Trainers can also receive a guaranteed Evolution Item, potentially a Metal Coat, by completing a 7-day PokeStop streak.
Opening gifts from friends has a very small chance to reward a Metal Coat as well. And limited-time events or Special Research tasks may offer increased Metal Coat rewards. But spinning PokeStops regularly over time is the most consistent method.
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Pokemon That Evolve Using Metal Coat
As of now, only two Pokemon in Pokemon GO evolve using the Metal Coat item:
- Scyther - Evolves into Scizor when combined with 50 Scyther Candy
- Onix - Evolves into Steelix when combined with 25 Onix Candy
So trainers mainly need Metal Coats for these two powerful Steel-type evolutions. With few other competition, Metal Coats earned can be saved specifically for Scizor and Steelix.
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How to Evolve Pokemon with Metal Coat
When you have earned a Metal Coat, go to your Pokemon storage and select the Scyther or Onix you want to evolve. On the information page for that Pokemon, tap the “Evolve” button. This will initiate the evolution process as normal provided you also have the required Candy amounts.
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Tips & Tricks
Here are some tips to effectively use Metal Coats in Pokemon GO:
- Only use Metal Coats on high IV Scyther/Onix to get strong Scizor/Steelix
- Trade Scyther/Onix first for potential better IVs before evolving
- Save Metal Coats until you have enough Candies to fully evolve
- Take advantage of events featuring Steel-types to earn more Candies
Having patience spinning PokeStops and selectively using Metal Coats will lead to formidable Steel-type additions to your battle team.
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Summary
- Metal Coats allow Scyther & Onix to evolve in Pokemon GO
- Obtain randomly from spinning PokeStops & Gyms
- Also rewards from 7-day streaks, gifts, events & research
- Evolve specific Scyther/Onix by using Metal Coat & Candies
- Regularly spin PokeStops for the best chance to get Metal Coats
With smart saving and use of the valuable Metal Coat item, trainers can bolt up their roster with Scizor and Steelix for Steel-type dominance. Now that you know how to get Metal Coat, you can go and check out Pokemon GO Community Day: December 2023 List and Start Time.
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