Pokémon Legends Arceus: Alpha Pokémon Explained

Pokémon Legends: Arceus is the most ambitious Pokémon game in years, incorporating a slew of brand-new concepts while deftly playing with a formula that many fans thought had become boring. Alpha Pokémon, a big, powerful Pokémon with flashing red eyes and a penchant for misbehaving, is one of the more nebulous notions it has offered.

You'll probably have no idea what's going on when you first meet an Alpha Pokémon. This is understandable, as the game doesn't go into great detail about what happened to the sermons, nor does it provide you a clear picture of how they relate to you.

Fortunately, we've already spent a significant amount of time playing Legends: Arceus and have worked out what's up with these formidable Pokémon. Whether you're wondering if you can catch Alpha Pokémon, what level Alpha Pokémon is, or what happens after you defeat an Alpha Pokémon, this comprehensive guide will answer all of your questions.

What are Alpha Pokémon?

Alpha Pokémon are similar to regular Pokémon except they are larger, stronger, and more aggressive. They also have brilliant red eyes, making them easy to spot from a mile away.

Can you catch Alpha Pokémon?

Yes, but not without difficulty. Alpha Pokémon are typically much stronger than the other Pokémon in their area, so if you've just moved to a new location, the Alpha Pokémon there are likely far too powerful for your team, Poké Balls, and Galaxy Team rank. A reasonable rule of thumb is that you can catch Alpha Pokémon in a given location if you've progressed three or even four levels beyond where you were when you first arrived. You'll probably want to have met and befriended Sneasler before going to the Obsidian Fieldlands, for example.

What level are Alpha Pokémon?

It is debatable! The important thing to understand about Alpha Pokémon is that they will always be stronger than the Pokémon surrounding them, usually by 15-20 levels – sometimes even more.

What happens when you beat an Alpha Pokémon?

Defeating an Alpha Pokémon not only earns you a lot of EXP, but it also frequently nets you some excellent, semi-rare equipment. Just make sure to get the satchel upgrades from the Galaxy Team HQ so you have enough room to accept these goodies – it's all too easy to let your expedition satchel fill up with rubbish without realizing it.

To be clear, Alpha Pokémon are formidable foes who should only be faced when you're sure in your ability to defeat them or, in some cases, capture them. Ignoring them, on the other hand, isn't a problem. If you want to keep your team in great shape, summon Wyrdeer, the Hisuian version of Stantler, and scoot past them as if they don't exist.