Want to know how to find Heracross in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet? As you explore the new region of Paldea in Scarlet and Violet, you’ll encounter over 100 new Gen 9 Pokémon, but don’t forget veterans of the legendary game series. One such Pokémon is Heracross, first introduced in Pokémon Gold and Silver in 1999. Over the years, Heracross hasn’t undergone any visual or type changes and has remained a Bug and Fighting-type Pokémon. Thanks to its resistance, it will become your good ally in battles against Grass, Fighting, Ground, Bug, and Dark-type moves. But to find Heracross in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will have to work hard, and our guide is here to help you with this.
How to Find Heracross in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
To find Heracross in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you must explore the vast northwestern and northeastern forests on the world map. This Pokémon often hides behind trees or small bushes, so check those areas first. But it is worth noting that Heracross is quite widespread in its habitats, so by checking the following locations, you will find a few:
- Casseroya Lake
- North Province (Area Two)
Once you meet at least one Heracross, you should consider his strengths and weaknesses to defeat and catch him faster. As a Bug and Fighting-type Pokémon, Heracross is weak against Flying, Fire, Fighting, and Fairy-type moves. These attacks deal Heracross 2x damage. While Flying attacks are the most effective and deal a whopping 4x damage. So when going hunting, consider these features and take a couple of Pokémon with Flying-type moves. Starley and his subsequent forms are a great and easy option for this fight.
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In addition to the usefulness of Heracross as a comrade, capturing or defeating it in the wild will earn you Heracross Claws. This material is just one of many for crafting TM. So by collecting some and using the TM Machine, you can create the following TMs:
TM053 (Smart Strike):
- Heracross Claw x3
- Chewtle Claw x3
TM134 (Reversal):
- Mankey Fur x3
- Heracross Claw x3
- Falinks Sweat x3
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available on Nintendo Switch.
