> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://wiki.mmorealms.gg/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://wiki.mmorealms.gg/pixelmon-wiki/general-guides/a-complete-guide-to-catch-combo.md). # A Complete Guide to Catch Combo **CONTENTS** 1. [What is a Catch Combo?](#what-is-a-catch-combo) 2. [How to build a Catch Combo?](#how-to-build-a-catch-combo) 3. [What are the benefits for having a Catch Combo?](#what-are-the-benefits-for-having-a-catch-combo) 4. [How does the shiny odds work for Catch Combo?](#how-does-the-shiny-odds-work-for-catch-combo) *** ### **What is a Catch Combo?** **Catch Combo** is a mechanic where repeatedly catching the *same Pokémon species* in a row builds a streak. You'll be familiar with this if you've played the Let's Go games on the Nintendo Switch. The combo increases as long as you successfully catch that species without catching anything else. As the combo grows, it provides several benefits such as: * **Higher shiny odds** for that species * **Guaranteed Perfect IVs** on that species * **Additional Experience** upon capture of that species The combo breaks if: * You **catch a different species** of Pokemon * The Pokémon **flees** ### How to build a Catch Combo? Building your catch combo is incredibly easy to do, as well as keeping track of it! After successfully catching a Pokémon, your combo will begin and be displayed in the Battle UI. Each additional successful catch will update your current combo, ensuring you are always informed of your progress.
Be mindful though as your combo will reset if you catch a different Pokémon, or the wild Pokemon flees from a battle. When a combo is broken, you will no longer see the tracker within the Battle UI.
Catch Combos can be built up to a maximum of **41**. Reaching this cap means no further bonuses will be gained to spawn rates or shiny odds beyond that point. ### What are the benefits for having a Catch Combo? As stated above, building a Catch Combo will not only increases the EXP Gained from these Pokemon, but will also significantly improves its shiny encounter chance. The increased spawn frequency can also be leveraged to hunt for desirable abilities or high IV combinations. Mastering this mechanic offers an excellent opportunity to earn Pokécoins on the server, as targeting high-demand Pokémon can prove both rewarding and profitable.

Dratini, Bagon and Gible

### How does the shiny odds work for Catch Combo? Catch Combos provide an additional and highly effective method for shiny hunting on the server, allowing players to target specific shiny Pokémon providing they are obtainable in the wild. As your Catch Combo increases, your shiny odds for that specific Pokémon will gradually improve. These odds reach their maximum effectiveness at a combo of **31**, which represents the highest possible shiny chance. Maintaining the combo is crucial, however; if it is broken before a shiny is found, the chain must be rebuilt from the beginning. At a maximum Catch Combo, shiny odds are dramatically improved from the standard **`1/4096`** to an impressive **`1/1862`!** And can be boosted further by utilising shiny lures. Once the **Shiny Charm** is implemented on the server, it will further enhance these odds so stay tuned for more information on its release and effects.

Ralts

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