Pokemon GO releases various monsters and unique Shiny variations as rewards during significant events. Among the game's most enigmatic and elusive captures are the different versions of Unown. The recent Global Fest 2023 introduces Shiny Unown M, which has attracted collectors in large numbers.
Unown is regarded as one of the rarest catches, and encountering its Shiny variations is quite uncommon. This Symbol creature has multiple forms, including all the letters from A to Z, as well as symbols like question marks and exclamation points. Capturing different forms of Unown unlocks different Pokemon GO medals, with a Silver medal awarded for 10 forms and a Gold medal for all 26. While the medal itself does not affect Unown encounters, having a platinum Psychic medal can increase catch rates due to Unown's Psychic typing. Obtaining Unown variants in the wild can be challenging, but the developers at Niantic regularly showcase them in various events.
How to get Shiny Unown M in Pokemon GO
The Global Fest 2023 showcased rare Unown variants that could be found in the wild. Ticket holders for the event were able to use Pokemon GO Incense to attract and capture these unique creatures, including different forms of Unown. Additionally, the Global event introduced the worldwide premiere of Shiny Unown M. However, obtaining a Shiny Unown M is quite challenging, as it is not easy to come across as a wild spawn. While Niantic also includes Unown variants in Pokemon GO raids, it is important to note that encountering a Shiny during a raid is not guaranteed, and the raid boss version of the Unown M variant has not yet been released.
All Unown and Shiny Unown variants in the Pokemon GO Global Fest 2023
Unown variants | Shiny Availability |
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Unown A | Shiny Available |
Unown D | Shiny Available |
Unown I | Shiny Available |
Unown M | Shiny Available |
Unown N | Shiny Available |
Unown O | Shiny Available |
To enhance the wild appearance of Unown and improve the chances of encountering its Shiny form, one can take advantage of its Psychic typing. By increasing the spawn rate, players can quickly catch up to the Shiny spawn rate. To boost the Shiny odds of Unown, various Pokemon GO items and the weather boost feature can be utilized.
When the weather is windy, the spawn rate of this Symbol Pokemon increases. This favorable weather condition can be utilized to actively search for the Shiny variant. Simply attach a Lure Module to a nearby PokeStop or Pokemon GO Gym that is experiencing windy weather conditions. Additionally, activating an Incense and exploring the surrounding area will further increase the chances of encountering Unown.
This technique is particularly effective during an event where Unown is the highlighted monster; the already elevated spawn rate receives an additional boost with this approach. Players must encounter numerous Unown M or other variations and increase their chances of catching a Shiny one.
Pokemon GO is currently accessible for iOS and Android smartphones.