Scraggy has been in Pokémon Go since early 2020, and for a long time players wondered when — or if — its shiny version would ever arrive. The wait finally ended during the 2023 Pokémon World Championships event, when Scraggy’s shiny form became officially available. If you’re completing your shiny Dex or preparing for Scrafty’s future Mega potential, Scraggy is now worth revisiting.
Can Scraggy Be Shiny in Pokémon Go?
Yes. Scraggy can be shiny in Pokémon Go.
The shiny form debuted on August 11, 2023, during the Pokémon World Championships event. Shiny Scrafty also became available at the same time, giving players access to the full shiny evolution line.
Scraggy still hasn’t had a Community Day, which means it remains a fairly uncommon shiny. Unless an event specifically highlights Scraggy, it usually appears at standard shiny odds.
What Shiny Scraggy Looks Like
Shiny Scraggy is a subtle change from its regular design. Instead of a bold color shift, the shiny swaps in slightly darker skin and less vibrant red accents on its lower body. It is not one of Pokémon Go’s more dramatic shinies, so it’s easy to overlook unless you pay attention.
Shiny Scrafty, however, is easier to identify. Its skin shifts to a stronger yellow tone, and its hood and “pants” change from orange to a striking acid green. The mohawk also switches from red to orange, giving it a more noticeable shiny palette.
Shiny Scraggy Rates in Pokémon Go
Scraggy follows the standard shiny rules unless an event explicitly boosts it.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Base shiny rate: Approximately 1 in 512
- Uncommon boosted rate (if applicable): Approximately 1 in 128
These values come from estimated community data and reflect the typical shiny behavior for non-featured Pokémon. If Scraggy is part of a special event such as GO Tour, GO Fest, or a themed week, the encounter rate may temporarily shift depending on the event settings.
How to Get Shiny Scraggy in Pokémon Go
Scraggy can appear through a variety of sources, but availability changes depending on the season and event rotation. Here are the main ways you may encounter it:
1. Wild Encounters
Scraggy does not spawn frequently, and its wild appearance rate depends on the current event cycle. You’ll see it more often during:
- Dark-type–themed events
- Unova-focused events
- GO Battle League tie-in events
If Scraggy appears in a Spotlight Hour or GO Tour, that’s the best time to shiny hunt.
2. Research Tasks
Scraggy occasionally features in Field Research, typically tied to:
- Catching Dark-type Pokémon
- Power-up tasks
- Team GO Rocket challenges
These offer an extra chance at a shiny encounter.
3. Eggs
Scraggy has appeared in 12 km and 7 km eggs during past events. If it returns to egg pools, that provides another shiny opportunity.
4. Raids
Scraggy sometimes rotates into 1-star raids. If it reappears during a raid day or event, raid encounters follow standard shiny rules.
5. GO Battle League Encounters
Scraggy originally debuted as a Battle League reward and still returns as a rank-based encounter during some seasons.
No method guarantees a shiny, so the best strategy is simple: encounter Scraggy as often as possible.
How Many Encounters Do You Need?
For non-boosted odds, expect roughly:
1 shiny per ~500 Scraggy checks
This is an average—not a pity timer. Even if your Pokédex shows 499 encounters, the next one is never guaranteed.
Perfect IV Scraggy: CP Values to Watch For
If you’re hunting for both shinies and top-tier PvP stats, Scraggy’s perfect IV numbers are worth noting.
100% IV Scraggy (15/15/15)
- Level 30 (max wild CP): 1176 CP
- Level 35 (weather-boosted max): 1274 CP
Scraggy and Scrafty are Dark/Fighting-type, giving them useful coverage and a niche in PvP formats like the Great League and Ultra League.
Should You Hunt Shiny Scraggy?
If you like completing shiny lines or you’re preparing for Scrafty’s future Mega form, shiny Scraggy is a worthwhile target. Its rarity also makes it a solid collector’s piece, especially since it doesn’t appear frequently without event support.
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Shiny Scraggy is officially part of Pokémon Go, but its availability is limited and often tied to special events. Whether you encounter it in the wild, through research, or from GO Battle League rewards, expect a long hunt unless Niantic features it more prominently in the future.
If you’re aiming for the shiny or a perfect IV Scraggy, keep checking every spawn you see—patience is key with this one.
