How to get Klefki in Pokemon Go & can it be Shiny

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The mischievous Key Ring Pokemon, Klefki, is known for its unique typing and surprising bulk. What’s more, this monster is pretty hard to find in Pokemon Go, so let’s go over the easiest way players can catch one and if it can be Shiny.

Klefki was first introduced to the mainline series through X & Y, where the Fairy-type debuted. It was released in Pokemon Go for the first time in December 2020 during the Kalos Celebration event.

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While Klefki may look small and cute, it’s surprisingly bulky. It also boasts an impressive amount of resistances and few weaknesses, making this Steel/Fairy-type a force to be reckoned with.

With the Pokemon Go Fest 2024 Madrid event on the horizon, fans attending the festivities may be looking to snag a Klefki of their own. So, here’s everything you need to know about Klefki in Pokemon Go.

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How to get Klefki in Pokemon Go

Normally, Klefki is only available in France and its surrounding areas through Pokemon Go. As such, it can be considered a regional-exclusive Pokemon like Hawlucha or Sigilyph.

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For those who live outside of France, the best option for catching Klefki is to look out for special events. For example, trainers attending the Go Fest 2024 Madrid event can encounter Klefki in all available habitats.

This event is in-person only and will take place at the Juan Carlos I Park and will kick off on June 14, 2024, until June 16, 2024.

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Can Klefki be Shiny in Pokemon Go?

No, Shiny Klefki has not been released in Pokemon Go at the time of writing. It’s unclear when Shiny Klefki will make its debut, but considering it’s a regional-exclusive it may be awhile.

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Shiny Klefki sports a gold coloration instead of silver, and its teardrop-shaped body is blue instead of pink.

Perhaps during a future Kalos-themed event trainers will finally be able to catch Klefki. Whenever it’s made available we will update this guide accordingly.

Can Klefki evolve?

Like in the mainline series of games, Klefki cannot evolve in Pokemon Go. It features now alternate forms and no Mega Evolutions either.

While that may be disappointing to some, Klefki actually boasts fairly decent stats despite its lack of evolution. In particular, it also resists 11 different types in Pokemon Go which helps it in battle.

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Klefki stats, moves, resistances & weaknesses

As a dual Steel/Fairy-type Pokemon, Klefki has the following stats:

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Klefki Fast Moves

  • Tackle (Normal)
  • Astonish (Ghost)

Klefki Charged Moves

  • Flash Cannon (Steel/STAB)
  • Draining Kiss (Fairy/STAB)
  • Play Rough (Fairy/STAB)
  • Foul Play (Dark)

Klefki resistances

Klefki weaknesses

That’s all you need to know to get Klefki in Pokemon Go. You can also check out our guides on the cutest Pokemon of all timehow IVs & CP work in the mobile game, or our rankings for the best competitive Pokemon in Pokemon Go.