To check the friendship level of your Pokemon in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP), you can use the Friendship Checker app on your Poketch. This app allows you to gauge the bond between you and your Pokemon, which is important for evolving certain species and unlocking specific moves.
1. Obtaining the Friendship Checker:
– Head to Eterna City, which is located after the Eterna Forest on your way to the second gym.
– Enter the Pokemon Center in Eterna City.
– Inside, look for a girl standing near the counter. Talk to her, and she will give you the Friendship Checker app for your Poketch.
2. Using the Friendship Checker:
– Open your Poketch and locate the Friendship Checker app.
– Tap on the app to open it.
– You will see a screen displaying your active Pokemon’s friendship level in a numerical value, ranging from 0 to 255.
– The higher the number, the stronger the friendship between you and your Pokemon.
3. Interpreting Friendship Levels:
– Friendship levels can affect various aspects of your Pokemon’s growth, such as evolution and move learning.
– Some Pokemon require high friendship levels to evolve, such as Togepi, Eevee, and Chansey. So, checking the friendship level is crucial if you’re aiming for specific evolutions.
– Certain moves like Return and Frustration also rely on friendship levels. Return becomes more powerful with high friendship, while Frustration becomes stronger with low friendship.
– The Friendship Checker app can help you keep track of your Pokemon’s friendship progress and make informed decisions about their evolution and move sets.
4. Increasing Friendship:
– There are several ways to increase friendship with your Pokemon in BDSP:
– Battling together: Engage in battles with your Pokemon, and the more battles you win together, the stronger your bond will become.
– Leveling up: Every time your Pokemon gains a level, it also strengthens the friendship level.
– Using items: Certain items like the Soothe Bell or vitamins can boost friendship when used on a Pokemon.
– Walking: Taking your Pokemon for a stroll by keeping it in your party will gradually increase its friendship level.
– Berry feeding: Feeding your Pokemon berries, such as the Pomeg Berry or Hondew Berry, can also raise its friendship.
5. Checking Friendship Progress:
– You can check your Pokemon’s friendship progress by talking to certain NPCs in the game.
– For example, in Veilstone City’s Pokemon Center, there is a person who can give you an idea of your Pokemon’s friendship level by their dialogue.
– Additionally, if you have an egg in your party, the hiker near Solaceon Town will give you an egg’s approximate level of readiness to hatch based on its happiness.
Remember that building a strong friendship with your Pokemon takes time and consistent interaction. Be patient and continue to engage with your Pokemon through battles, leveling up, and other activities to strengthen your bond.