Ranked Season 3 in Pokémon Legends: Z-A is almost here, and it’s shaping up to be the most rewarding season yet. Whether you’re grinding from Rank Z or pushing for top-tier placements, Season 3 brings new Mega Stones, returning promotion rewards, a refreshed eligible Pokémon pool, and structured rewards that make every match worth playing.
Ranked Season 3 Start and End Time
Season 3 runs for three full weeks, immediately after Season 2 ends:
- Start: Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 10:00 p.m. PST
- End: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:59 p.m. PST
During this window, you can climb through 26 ranks—from Rank Z all the way to Rank A—and claim exclusive rewards that can’t be obtained anywhere else.
Eligible Pokémon for Season 3
You can use Pokémon from:
- Lumiose Pokédex No. 001–231
- Any level between 1 and 100 (auto-adjusted to Level 50 during battles)
- Regional forms allowed
- Only one Pokémon per species
- Mega-Evolved Pokémon allowed
This ensures a consistent competitive environment where strategy matters more than level differences.
All Rewards Coming in Pokémon Legends ZA Ranked Season 3
Season 3 divides rewards into three categories:
- Battle Rewards – Earned after every match
- Promotion Rewards – Earned when ranking up
- Season Rewards – Earned at the end of the season based on final rank
Battle Rewards (End of Every Match)
You receive these rewards regardless of win or loss.
Possible drops include:
- Mega Shards
- Pearls / Big Pearls
- Heavy Balls
- Rare Candies
- EXP Candies
Battle rewards make every match useful for resource farming—even when you’re not pushing for rank.
Promotion Rewards (Rank-Up Bonuses)
These are the most important rewards of the season.
All Mega Stones Available in Season 3
Season 3 features one new Mega Stone and two returning stones:
| Mega Stone | Rank Needed | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Chesnaughtite | Rank S | Mega Evolves Chesnaught (NEW for Season 3) |
| Delphoxite | Rank V | Mega Evolves Delphox |
| Greninjite | Rank Y | Mega Evolves Greninja |
All three stones are unobtainable in normal gameplay, making Season 3 essential for collectors.
Season Rewards (Final Rank)
You must complete at least one match during Season 3 to qualify for season rewards.
Here are the full reward tiers:
Rank A
- Safari Ball ×3
- Gold Bottle Cap ×1
- Bottle Cap ×3
- Seed of Mastery ×3
- Big Nugget ×1
Rank B – Rank E
- Safari Ball ×2
- Gold Bottle Cap ×1
- Bottle Cap ×2
- Seed of Mastery ×2
- Nugget ×2
Rank F – Rank K
- Bottle Cap ×1
- Seed of Mastery ×1
- Nugget ×2
Rank L – Rank R
- Seed of Mastery ×1
- Nugget ×1
Rank S and Below
- Nugget ×1
These rewards give every rank meaningful value—even if you can’t climb to the top by the end of the season.
How Ranked Battles Work in Pokémon Legends ZA
Season 3 continues the structure of Seasons 1 and 2:
- Matches feature four players in real-time battle
- You earn points based on battle placement and performance
- Ranking begins at Rank Z and climbs up to Rank A
- All battles are played through Link Play → Ranked Battles
Rank progress is performance-based, so consistent placement is more important than win streaks.
How to Start a Ranked Match
To begin:
- Launch Pokémon Legends: Z-A
- Press X to open the main menu
- Select Link Play
- Choose Ranked Battles
If you’re playing online, a Nintendo Switch Online subscription is required.
How to Claim Your Season 3 Rewards
You can redeem rewards after the season ends (from December 17, 2025):
- Launch the game
- Open the main menu (X Button)
- Select Link Play
- Select Ranked Battles to claim rewards automatically
You only need one completed match—win or lose—to qualify.
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Pokémon Legends ZA Ranked Season 3 is one of the most rewarding events so far, especially with Chesnaughtite, Delphoxite, and Greninjite all up for grabs. With a curated Pokémon pool, structured rank progression, and consistent battle rewards, players have every reason to dive in—even casually.
Whether you’re aiming for Rank S or simply grabbing Mega Stones for your collection, Season 3 is packed with worthwhile rewards, Play Now!
