How to Get TM 114 Shadow Ball in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

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Want to know how to get TM 114 Shadow Ball in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet? As you progress through Scarlet and Violet, you can find and craft over 170 unique TMs. But some moves are available much later than others, and TM 114 Shadow Ball is one of these. With Power 80, Accuracy 100, and a 20% chance to lower the opponent’s Special Defense by one point, Shadow Ball TM is very effective against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon. At the same time, it is useless in a battle against Normal-type Pokemon. However, as we said, you must go through most of the story to get it. And our guide is here to help you and tell you how to get TM 114 Shadow Ball in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Where to Find the TM 114 Shadow Ball in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Although you can find one copy of TM 114 Shadow Ball, you shouldn’t think about it. The Shadow Ball TM point is in the heart of the Paldea region in the Great Paldea Crater. So you won’t be able to get there before you complete the main game story. However, the image above will help you visit the right point if you have completed the game plot.

At the same time, you can get TM 114 Shadow Ball in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet much earlier in the story, and for this, you have to defeat the Ghost-type Gym Leader. Cool and charismatic rapper Ryme is waiting for you in Montenevera city. But take your time to go and challenge her. The average level of her Pokemon is 41-42, so your Pokemon should match this level. Although, you can try your luck with Pokémon is at least level 35.

Since Ryme is the leader of the Ghost-type gym, she uses Ghost-type Pokémon. So, given this information, prepare yourself properly and assemble a strong team of Pokemon with Ghost and Dark-type moves. These attacks deal 2x damage to Ryme Pokemon and are very effective in this fight. At the same time, you shouldn’t use Normal and Fighting-type Pokemon, as against their attacks, Ryme Pokemon are immune.

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How to Craft TM 114 Shadow Ball in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Once you defeat Ryme, you will receive your first TM 114 Shadow Ball and automatically unlock the recipe for that TM. Visit the nearest Pokemon Center and use the TM Machine. To craft TM 114 Shadow Ball, select the desired recipe from the list and prepare the following ingredients: