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Rockruff is one of the most beloved Pokemon in Pokemon GO. Thanks to its cute design as well as its multiple evolutions, players are hoping to add this puppy to their team. However, having three distinct evolutions tied to different times of the day can make collecting every form of its evolution, Lycanroc, a living nightmare for those who choose to do so.
Debuting in Pokemon Sun and Moon, Rockruff and Lycanroc are heavily influenced by the game's unique day-night cycles. The game's time system is tied to real-world time, and the hours dictating day and night are swapped for each version. Sun experiences daytime during regular daylight hours, whereas Moon experiences night during the same time.
As such, these forms were pseudo-exclusive at the time. The Midnight form is easier to get in Moon, while the Midday form is easier to get in Sun. However, unlike the main Pokemon games, Pokemon GO does not use this mechanic for evolution. Instead, players can evolve Rockruff into Lycanroc at any time, making it easier to collect variations of the wolf-like Pokemon.
How to get Midday Lycanroc, Midnight Lycanroc, and Dusk Form Lycanroc in Pokemon GO
Much like every evolution in Pokemon GO, the first step is to collect the required candies. These can be collected by catching wild Rockruff or registering one as your Buddy Pokemon.
In order to evolve Rockruff into Lycanroc, players will need to acquire 50 Rockruff candies and then decide which form they want. If they want the Midnight form, they should wait until the game indicates it is nighttime. If they prefer the Midday form, they should wait until the game indicates that it is daytime.
Unfortunately, whether a particular Rockruff evolves into Dusk Form Lycanroc in Pokemon GO is randomized, and there is nothing you can do to sway the matter. These Rockruff will be available starting from the Lustrous Odyssey event in January 2024.
How to get Rockruff in Pokemon GO
Rockruff is not too common of a spawn in most places at the moment. As such, players may need some pointers as to how they can increase the odds of one making an appearance. The weather is one of the most underestimated factors in this regard as the optimal weather conditions can boost the spawn rate of any creature of a specific element.
Since Rockruff is a pure Rock-type Pokemon, it has the highest chance of spawning in partly cloudy weather. With many places around the globe experiencing the transition of winter into spring, this weather condition should be very common in the northern hemisphere.
Another way to greatly increase the likelihood of Rockruff spawning is to use various consumables that increase the general spawn rate of a given area. Lure Modules and Incense are invaluable when it comes to hunting down Pokemon in Pokemon GO, and they can be found incredibly easily by spinning Pokestops.
Check out our other Pokemon GO guides:
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