Pokémon XD beginner guide: Eevee, snagging and Reverse Mode
Prepare for double battles and keep ordinary purification moving.
Edition covered
Original GameCube game. Archive screenshots have unspecified capture-edition context and may include rerelease captures; gameplay rules here concern the original release. Later-generation evolutions are excluded.
Choose Eevee’s role before evolving
Eevee can become one of five forms in XD. Pick a role that complements likely team additions instead of expecting later-generation evolutions to be available.
| Task | Reason | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Choose Eevee’s direction | Defines an early team role | Compare the five options. |
| Inspect Shadow moves | Different rules from ordinary types | Choose safe partners. |
| Stock Poké Balls | Supports multiple rescue attempts | Buy before longer routes. |
| Visit the Purify Chamber | Keeps restoration moving | Refresh completed sets. |
Learn the updated Shadow rules
XD uses multiple Shadow moves and Reverse Mode. Its Shadow attacks are especially effective against non-Shadow Pokémon and resisted by Shadow Pokémon, changing which partner is safest to use.
| State | Meaning | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Pokémon | Normal move-type matchups | Watch opposing Shadow attacks. |
| Shadow Pokémon | Uses Shadow moves and has a Heart Gauge | Plan purification. |
| Reverse Mode | Disruptive Shadow state | Use Call to regain control. |
| Ready to purify | Heart-opening work is complete | Perform the final restoration. |
Keep snagging supplies ready
An encounter can contain more than one important rescue target. Carry enough balls and healing to manage the full battle rather than just the first Shadow Pokémon.
Use the lab between expeditions
The Purify Chamber works alongside story progress. Return to collect completed restorations and arrange the next set before a long trip.
An encounter can contain more than one important rescue target. Carry enough balls and healing to manage the full battle rather than just the first Shadow Pokémon.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Serebii: Pokémon XD overview | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Eevee evolution | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Purify Chamber | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Shadow Lugia | www.serebii.net |
| Serebii: Shadow Pokémon | www.serebii.net |