In the new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Paradox Pokémon, like Iron Treads, are one of quite a few new additions. Paradox Pokémon are either futuristic or ancient versions of older Pokémon that have been added into the game as something for you to work toward once you’ve completed the game’s main storyline. In this case, Iron Treads is the futuristic version of Donphan, and its ancient counterpart is Great Tusk. However, Iron Treads and Great Tusk can both be pretty difficult to find. Keep reading to learn where to find Iron Treads in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
(Updated on August 19, 2024 – Updated links).
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: Where to Find Iron Treads
To get Iron Treads, you will have to complete the story in Pokémon Violet. That’s right. You can’t gain access to Iron Treads from Pokémon Scarlet, so keep that in mind when starting your game. You will have to complete Victory Road, Path of Legends, and Starfall Street. Once you’ve finished all three of those, you’ll gain access to the campaign that will take you to the Great Crater of Paldea. However, Iron Treads won’t spawn until you’ve turned on all three research stations and gotten into Area Zero. Once you’ve made your way down far enough, a cutscene will begin, explaining to you what Paradox Pokémon are. Once the cutscene is complete, you’ll be able to find and catch Iron Treads in the Great Crater of Paldea.
If you’re looking for Iron Treads, you can find its spawn in Area Zero of the Great Crater of Paldea. Iron Treads is one of the easier Paradox Pokémon to find, as it will spawn all over the place in the Great Crater of Paldea. Once you’ve finished the game, you can also fast travel to the Zero Gate to pick up Iron Treads whenever you want as well. However, the easiest way to find Iron Treads is to fast travel to Research Station #4. Search around the area there, and you will very likely come across Iron Treads rather quickly. If that doesn’t work, simply wandering around the caverns should.
If you follow this guide, you should have no trouble finding and catching Iron Treads in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Be sure to check back for more helpful guides on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet and learn about the other Paradox Pokémon, and as always, have fun!
