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Want to evolve your Eevee into the elegant Espeon in Pokémon Go? Here’s exactly what you need to do—no fluff, just the details to make sure you don’t accidentally end up with the wrong evolution. Unlike some Eeveelutions, getting Espeon requires following specific steps, and we’re here to make sure you get it right.
Method 1: Name Trick (One-Time Use)
The easiest way to guarantee Espeon is with the nickname trick, but this method works only once per evolution type.
- Rename your Eevee to “Sakura.”
- Make sure the silhouette of Espeon shows up on the Evolve button.
- Tap Evolve and spend 25 Eevee candies.
Note: If you don’t see Espeon’s silhouette, double-check the spelling. Misspelling it will result in a random evolution.
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Method 2: Buddy System (Repeatable)
Once the nickname trick is used, evolving future Espeons requires the buddy system. Here’s the exact process:
- Set Eevee as Your Buddy: Go to your Pokémon screen and select Eevee to be your buddy.
- Walk 10 kilometers with Eevee as your buddy and earn two Eevee candies.
- Keep Eevee as your buddy, and evolve it during the day (local time).
Important: If you evolve Eevee at night using the same steps, it will evolve into Umbreon instead of Espeon.
Avoiding Common Mistakes
- GPS and Time Sync: Pokémon Go relies on local time to determine day or night, so make sure your GPS is active and time settings are accurate to avoid accidental evolution into Umbreon.
- Buddy Status: Eevee must remain your buddy during the entire process until evolution; otherwise, the game will treat it as a standard evolution.
- IV Optimization: Use an Eevee with good IVs to make the most out of your Espeon for PvP battles and raids.
Why Evolve into Espeon?
Espeon is known for its high CP and strong Psychic moves, making it one of the most reliable non-legendary Psychic-types in Pokémon Go. Moves like Confusion and Psychic give Espeon an edge against Fighting-type opponents in both PvP and PvE. With its clean, straightforward evolution process and powerful abilities, it’s a must-have for any serious Trainer
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