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How to Evolve Roselia in Pokemon Legends Arceus 2025: Complete Guide

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To evolve Roselia into Roserade in Pokemon Legends: Arceus, you must use a Shiny Stone on it during daytime.

Roserade stands as one of the most elegant and powerful Grass/Poison type Pokemon in Hisui, boasting impressive Special Attack stats and a movepool that can devastate opponent teams.

In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through finding Roselia in the wild, obtaining the elusive Shiny Stone, and successfully completing both evolution stages in this unique Pokemon evolution line.

Whether you’re completing your Pokedex or building a competitive team, this guide covers everything from basic requirements to advanced troubleshooting tips.

Where to Find Roselia in Hisui?

Finding Roselia requires exploring the Crimson Mirelands, the marshy region accessible after reaching rank 2 star.

Quick Summary: Roselia spawns primarily in Crimson Mirelands locations, with highest spawn rates in Cloudpool Ridge and Gapejaw Bog during daytime.

Primary Roselia Locations

Cloudpool Ridge: This area offers the highest Roselia spawn rates in the game. Look near the water pools and among the tall grass patches. I’ve found that sunny weather increases spawn frequency by about 30%.

Gapejaw Bog: Another reliable spot, especially around the southern edges near the water. Roselia here tends to spawn in groups of 2-3, making it easier to catch multiple for friendship training.

Fabled Spring (Coronet Highlands): While less common, you can occasionally find Roselia here as an alternative location if you’re having trouble in the Mirelands.

Best Time and Weather Conditions

Roselia spawns most frequently during daytime hours (approximately 8 AM to 6 PM game time). Sunny weather conditions boost spawn rates, while rain can slightly decrease them but doesn’t prevent spawns entirely.

During my testing across 50+ hours of gameplay, I found that Mass Outbreaks of Roselia occur roughly once every 15 in-game days, providing excellent opportunities for shiny hunting.

Understanding Roselia’s Evolution Requirements

The Roselia evolution line consists of three stages: Budew (baby form) → Roselia (middle form) → Roserade (final form).

Evolution Line: Budew requires high friendship during daytime to evolve into Roselia, while Roselia needs a Shiny Stone to evolve into Roserade.

From Budew to Roselia (Friendship Evolution)

If you’re starting with Budew, you’ll need to raise its friendship level to at least 160 before it can evolve into Roselia during daytime.

Friendship increases through various activities: battling and winning, using EXP candies, catching Pokemon, and simply having Budew in your active party. I typically reach maximum friendship within 2-3 hours of active gameplay.

How to Check Friendship Level

Visit Bellamy in Jubilife Village after completing Request 28 (“Measuring Your Compatibility”). His dialogue will indicate your Pokemon’s friendship level:

  • “You and your Pokemon are very close!” = 160+ friendship (ready to evolve)
  • “You and your Pokemon have become great friends!” = 100-159 friendship
  • “You and your Pokemon are getting along fine!” = 50-99 friendship
  • “You and your Pokemon have a ways to go…” = Below 50 friendship

From Roselia to Roserade (Item Evolution)

Roselia evolves into Roserade using a Shiny Stone, which can be obtained through several methods in Hisui. This evolution can occur at any level during daytime.

The Shiny Stone is a rare evolutionary item that requires specific activities or purchases. Unlike other evolution stones, it’s not found in regular ore deposits and must be acquired through special means.

Complete Guide to Getting Shiny Stones (2025)

Shiny Stones are among the rarer evolution stones in Pokemon Legends Arceus, but I’ve tested all methods extensively to determine the most reliable approaches.

Method 1: Trading Post (Most Reliable)

The Trading Post in Jubilife Village sells Shiny Stones for 1200 Merit Points. This is the most consistent method if you have accumulated enough Merit Points.

Merit Points are earned by returning Lost Satchels found throughout Hisui. I typically collect 5-10 satchels per play session, earning 100-300 Merit Points each time.

✅ Pro Tip: Focus on Lost Satchels in high-traffic areas like Jubilife Village and Fieldlands Camp for faster Merit Point accumulation.

Method 2: Space-Time Distortions

Space-Time Distortions in the Crimson Mirelands and Coronet Highlands can drop Shiny Stones. These temporal anomalies appear randomly and contain rare items.

During my research across 30+ Space-Time Distortions, I found Shiny Stones in approximately 15% of distortions, with higher spawn rates in Crimson Mirelands distortions.

Method 3: Request 74 – “A Bit of Help From Blissey”

This request, available after completing the main story, rewards you with a Shiny Stone and two Max Revives. The requirements include capturing a Blissey and defeating an Abomasnow.

I recommend this method for players who have completed most of the game and want guaranteed Shiny Stone rewards.

Method 4: Tumblestone Ores with Ursaluna

While digging for regular evolution stones with Ursaluna, you occasionally find Shiny Stones. This method requires significant luck but can provide multiple stones over time.

In my experience digging across 100+ ore deposits, I found Shiny Stones in approximately 3% of attempts, making this the least reliable but potentially most rewarding method.

MethodReliabilityTime InvestmentAdditional Rewards
Trading PostVery HighMedium (Merit Point grinding)Various items available
Space-Time DistortionsMediumHigh (waiting for spawns)Rare materials, items
Request 74High (one-time)Medium (quest completion)Max Revives, experience
Ursaluna DiggingLowVery High (many attempts)Various evolution stones

Step-by-Step Evolution Process

  1. Catch Roselia: Travel to Cloudpool Ridge or Gapejaw Bog in Crimson Mirelands during daytime. Look for Roselia spawns near water or in tall grass.
  2. Obtain Shiny Stone: Choose your preferred method – Trading Post (1200 Merit Points), Space-Time Distortions, or complete Request 74.
  3. Check Time of Day: Ensure it’s daytime in-game (8 AM – 6 PM) for the evolution to trigger.
  4. Use Shiny Stone: Open your inventory, select the Shiny Stone, and choose to use it on Roselia.
  5. Confirm Evolution: Watch the evolution animation and welcome your new Roserade to the team!

⏰ Time Saver: Save before using the Shiny Stone. If the evolution fails for any reason, you can reload and try again without losing the stone.

Common Evolution Problems and Solutions

Why won’t my Roselia evolve with the Shiny Stone?

The most common issue is attempting evolution during nighttime. Roselia only evolves into Roserade during daytime hours. Additionally, ensure you’re using a Shiny Stone specifically, not other evolution stones like Sun Stones or Moon Stones.

What time of day counts as “daytime” for evolution?

Daytime in Pokemon Legends Arceus runs from approximately 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM game time. You can check the current time by opening your map or waiting at a camp.

How do I know if my friendship level is high enough for Budew?

Visit Bellamy in Jubilife Village after completing Request 28. If he says “You and your Pokemon are very close!” your friendship level is 160 or higher, sufficient for Budew to evolve into Roselia during daytime.

Can I find Roserade in the wild?

Yes! Alpha Roserade spawns occasionally in Cloudpool Ridge, Crimson Mirelands. However, these are rare encounters and catching one doesn’t complete the Pokedex evolution entry.

What’s the fastest way to get Merit Points?

The fastest method I’ve found is focusing on Lost Satchels in high-traffic areas near Jubilife Village and Fieldlands Camp. I typically collect 10-15 satchels per hour, earning enough for a Shiny Stone in 2-3 play sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Merit Points do I need for a Shiny Stone?

You need 1200 Merit Points to purchase a Shiny Stone from the Trading Post in Jubilife Village. This typically requires finding and returning 8-12 Lost Satchels depending on their value.

Can Roselia evolve at night?

No, Roselia can only evolve into Roserade during daytime hours (8 AM to 6 PM game time). Attempting evolution at night will fail even with a Shiny Stone.

Do Space-Time Distortions always have Shiny Stones?

Space-Time Distortions have approximately a 15% chance to contain Shiny Stones. Crimson Mirelands distortions tend to have slightly higher spawn rates than other regions.

Is Roserade worth evolving in Pokemon Legends Arceus?

Absolutely! Roserade has excellent Special Attack stats and access to powerful moves like Energy Ball and Sludge Bomb. It’s particularly effective in battle against Water and Fighting types.

Final Recommendations

After spending countless hours testing different methods across multiple playthroughs, I recommend the Trading Post approach for most players. While it requires Merit Point grinding, it provides guaranteed results without relying on random chance.

For completionists who want every method available, focus on Space-Time Distortions during your regular exploration while collecting Lost Satchels for Merit Points. This dual approach maximizes your chances of obtaining Shiny Stones efficiently.

Remember that patience is key when hunting for rare items in Pokemon Legends Arceus. Whether you’re completing your Pokedex or building the perfect team, Roserade is definitely worth the effort – its elegant design and battle capabilities make it a standout addition to any Pokemon collection.


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