Shiny Glalie: How to Get This Rare Ice Pokémon in 2025?
Shiny Glalie is an Ice-type Pokémon that evolves from Shiny Snorunt. It can Mega Evolve into Shiny Mega Glalie, making it a valuable addition to any trainer’s collection.
What is Glalie?
Glalie is an Ice-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3 of the Pokémon series. It has a distinctive spherical appearance consisting of a black rock core covered by ice. The icy covering features several holes through which you can see its blue eyes and mouth with flat teeth. Two large, black, conical horns protrude from either side of Glalie’s head, giving it a menacing appearance.
According to Pokémon lore, there’s a legend that says Glalie was born from a boulder that absorbed the distress and regrets of mountaineers who got lost on icy mountains. While its body appears to be made of ice, it’s actually composed of rock that isn’t particularly hard. However, when covered in ice, its body becomes harder than steel.
Glalie has impressive abilities in the Pokémon world. It can control ice by instantly freezing moisture in the air into any shape it desires. This ability allows it to drape itself in ice armor and freeze its prey, which it then consumes whole. Interestingly, Glalie prefers to eat Pokémon that are already frozen, such as Vanillite.
In terms of habitat, Glalie can typically be found in caves, particularly when the outside weather lacks snow. This makes sense given its Ice typing and its preference for colder environments.
Evolution Path of Glalie
Glalie is part of a fascinating evolutionary line that begins with Snorunt. Understanding this evolution path is crucial for trainers looking to add a Shiny Glalie to their collection.
From Snorunt to Glalie
Snorunt is the base form in this evolutionary line. In the main Pokémon games, Snorunt evolves into Glalie starting at level 42. This is a straightforward level-up evolution without any special requirements like evolutionary stones or trading.
In Pokémon GO, the evolution mechanics are slightly different. To evolve Snorunt into Glalie, you need to collect 100 Snorunt Candy. These candies can be obtained by catching Snorunt in the wild, hatching them from eggs, or transferring extra Snorunt to Professor Willow.
Alternative Evolution: Froslass
What makes the Snorunt evolution line particularly interesting is that it has a branched evolution. While any Snorunt can evolve into Glalie, only female Snorunt have the potential to evolve into Froslass, which is an Ice/Ghost-type Pokémon.
In the main games, evolving a female Snorunt into Froslass requires a Dawn Stone. In Pokémon GO, you need 100 Snorunt Candy and a Sinnoh Stone to evolve a female Snorunt into Froslass.
Mega Evolution
Glalie is one of the Pokémon capable of Mega Evolution, transforming into Mega Glalie. In the main games, this requires the Glalitite Mega Stone. When Mega Evolved, Glalie’s appearance changes dramatically. Its jaw becomes dislocated due to overwhelming energy, causing its mouth to extend to the length of its face.
The lower jaw becomes all black except for two light-blue, conical, icy spikes. The pupils in Mega Glalie’s eyes turn red instead of black, and the horns on top of its head are partially turned into ice, with the addition of a third horn on its forehead.
In Pokémon GO, Mega Evolving Glalie costs 200 Mega Energy for the first time, and 40 Mega Energy for subsequent Mega Evolutions Mega Energy can be obtained by participating in Mega Raids, completing certain research tasks, or walking with Glalie as your buddy Pokémon.
Shiny Glalie in Pokémon GO
Shiny Pokémon are alternate-colored variants that are highly sought after by collectors due to their rarity. Shiny Glalie is no exception, and obtaining one in Pokémon GO requires specific strategies.
How to Obtain Shiny Snorunt
The most common way to get a Shiny Glalie is by first obtaining a Shiny Snorunt and then evolving it. Here are some strategies to increase your chances of finding a Shiny Snorunt:
- Take Advantage of Events: Niantic often boosts the Shiny spawn rate of featured Pokémon during special events like Spotlight Hours. Keep an eye on event announcements that feature Snorunt.
- Increase Spawn Rates: Use items like Incense, Lure Modules, and take advantage of Weather Boost to increase Pokémon spawn rates. When used simultaneously in snowy weather (which boosts Ice-type Pokémon like Snorunt), these items can significantly increase your chances of encountering Snorunt.
- Check Multiple Snorunt: Shiny rates in Pokémon GO are typically around 1 in 450 for wild encounters. This means you’ll need to check many Snorunt to find a Shiny one. The more Snorunt you encounter, the better your chances.
Evolving Shiny Snorunt into Shiny Glalie
Once you’ve caught a Shiny Snorunt, evolving it into Shiny Glalie requires 100 Snorunt Candy. Remember that only male Shiny Snorunt can evolve into Shiny Glalie, while female Shiny Snorunt can evolve into either Shiny Glalie or Shiny Froslass (the latter requiring a Sinnoh Stone in addition to the candy).
Mega Raids
Another way to potentially obtain Shiny Glalie is by participating in Mega Glalie raids. When Mega Glalie is available as a raid boss, there’s a chance that the Glalie you encounter after defeating it will be Shiny.
However, it’s important to note that Mega Raids are challenging and typically cannot be completed solo. You’ll need to team up with other trainers to defeat Mega Glalie. Additionally, even after winning the raid, the Shiny encounter isn’t guaranteed – you’ll need to participate in multiple raids to increase your chances.
Mega Evolving Shiny Glalie
Once you have a Shiny Glalie, you can Mega Evolve it into Shiny Mega Glalie. This process requires Mega Energy, which can be obtained through various methods in Pokémon GO.
Obtaining Mega Energy
There are several ways to collect Mega Glalie Energy:
- Mega Raids: The primary source of Mega Energy is by participating in and winning Mega Glalie raids. The faster you complete the raid, the more Mega Energy you’ll receive.
- Research Tasks: Occasionally, Field Research tasks or Special Research storylines will reward players with Mega Energy for specific Pokémon, including Glalie.
- Walking with Buddy: After you’ve Mega Evolved a Glalie at least once, you can earn additional Mega Energy by walking with any Pokémon from the Snorunt evolutionary line as your buddy.
Mega Evolution Process
To Mega Evolve a Shiny Glalie in Pokémon GO:
- Select your Shiny Glalie from your Pokémon storage.
- Look for the Mega Evolve button (it will only appear if you have sufficient Mega Energy).
- The initial Mega Evolution costs 200 Mega Energy, while subsequent Mega Evolutions of the same Glalie will cost 40 Mega Energy.
Remember that Mega Evolution is temporary in Pokémon GO. Your Shiny Mega Glalie will revert to Shiny Glalie after a period (typically 8 hours). However, as you repeatedly Mega Evolve the same Glalie, its Mega Level will increase, extending the duration of future Mega Evolutions.
Battling with Glalie in Pokémon GO
Glalie can be a valuable addition to your battle teams in Pokémon GO, especially when Mega Evolved. Understanding its strengths, weaknesses, and best movesets will help you use it effectively.
Stats and Typing
Glalie is a pure Ice-type Pokémon, which gives it certain advantages and disadvantages in battle:
- Strengths: Ice-type moves are super effective against Dragon, Flying, Grass, and Ground-type Pokémon.
- Weaknesses: Glalie is vulnerable to Fighting, Rock, Steel, and Fire-type moves.
In terms of stats, Glalie has a max CP of 2,380 in its regular form, with a stat distribution that emphasizes attack over defense. When Mega Evolved, its CP increases significantly to 3,651, making it much more formidable in battles.
Best Movesets
The optimal moveset for Glalie in Pokémon GO depends on how you plan to use it:
For gym battles and raids, the best moveset for Glalie is Rollout as a fast move and Avalanche as a charged move. This combination provides the highest total DPS (Damage Per Second).
When Mega Evolved, Glalie becomes even more powerful. Its best attacking moveset remains Rollout and Avalanche, but its increased stats make these moves even more effective. Mega Glalie’s moveset can deal significant damage, especially against Pokémon weak to Ice-type attacks.
Raid Counters
If you’re facing Mega Glalie as a raid boss, it’s important to know which Pokémon are effective against it. Given Glalie’s Ice typing, you should use Fighting, Rock, Steel, or Fire-type Pokémon as counters.
Some effective counters include:
- Fire-types: Pokémon like Reshiram, Darmanitan, or Mega Charizard Y
- Fighting-types: Lucario, Conkeldurr, or Machamp
- Steel-types: Metagross, Dialga, or Excadrill
- Rock-types: Rhyperior, Terrakion, or Tyranitar
When battling against Mega Glalie, it’s also important to consider the weather conditions, as they can boost certain move types. For example, sunny weather boosts Fire-type moves, making Fire-type counters even more effective.
Glalie in the Main Series Games
While Pokémon GO has introduced many players to Glalie, this Pokémon has a rich history in the main series games dating back to Generation 3.
Appearances and Changes
Glalie made its debut in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire (Generation 3). Over the generations, Glalie has undergone several changes:
- In Generation 3, Glalie did not have the Ice Body ability.
- In Generations 3-4, Glalie had a base experience yield of 187.
- In Generations 3-7, Glalie had a base Friendship value of 70.
Mega Glalie was introduced in Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the Generation 6 remakes of the original Ruby and Sapphire games.
Abilities and Moves
In the main series games, Glalie can have different abilities depending on the generation:
- Inner Focus (prevents flinching)
- Ice Body (recovers HP in hail)
- Moody (Hidden Ability, raises one stat by two stages and lowers another by one stage each turn)
Glalie learns a variety of moves as it levels up. Some of its notable moves include:
- Bite (Dark-type)
- Ice Fang (Ice-type)
- Crunch (Dark-type)
- Blizzard (Ice-type)
- Freeze-Dry (Ice-type)
When Mega Evolved, Glalie’s ability changes to Refrigerate, which converts Normal-type moves to Ice-type moves and boosts their power.
In-Game Lore
The Pokédex entries for Glalie across various games provide interesting insights into this Pokémon:
- “Legend says a boulder on an icy mountain absorbed the distress and regrets of a stranded mountaineer, giving rise to Glalie.” (Sun)
- “Its prey is instantaneously frozen stiff by the cold air it exhales from its huge mouth. While they’re in that frozen state, it gobbles them up.” (Moon)
- “It freezes its prey and chews them whole. However, it prefers to eat Pokémon like Vanillite that are already frozen.” (Ultra Sun)
- “Its actual body is a rock that isn’t particularly hard. Glalie absorbs moisture from the air and drapes itself in an armor of ice.” (Ultra Moon)
These entries paint a picture of Glalie as a somewhat fearsome predator with a unique origin story and feeding habits.
Glalie in Pokémon Media
Beyond the games, Glalie has made appearances in various Pokémon media, including the anime and manga.
In the Anime
Glalie made its debut in the Pokémon anime when Ash’s Snorunt evolved into Glalie during the episode “Rhapsody in Drew.” This Glalie remained on Ash’s team until after the Ever Grande Conference, after which it was left at Professor Oak’s laboratory.
Glalie’s ice powers were showcased in various battles throughout the anime, demonstrating its ability to freeze opponents and create ice barriers.
In the Manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga, several notable trainers have used Glalie:
- Glacia, a member of the Hoenn Elite Four, owns a Glalie as part of her Ice-type team.
- Noland, the Battle Factory Frontier Brain, used a Glalie in his battle against Emerald. Despite nearly winning with a powerful Sheer Cold attack, his Glalie was ultimately defeated by Emerald’s Sceptile.
These appearances in various media have helped establish Glalie as a recognizable and memorable Pokémon within the franchise.
FAQs
What does Shiny Glalie look like?
Shiny Glalie has a slightly different coloration compared to its regular form. While the differences are subtle, the most noticeable change is in the blue parts of its body, which take on a slightly different hue in the Shiny variant.
Can male Snorunt evolve into Froslass?
No, only female Snorunt can evolve into Froslass. Male Snorunt can only evolve into Glalie.
How rare is Shiny Snorunt in Pokémon GO?
Shiny Snorunt has the standard Shiny rate in Pokémon GO, which is approximately 1 in 450 for wild encounters. However, during special events featuring Snorunt, these odds may be temporarily boosted.
Is Mega Glalie good for PvP battles in Pokémon GO?
While Mega Glalie has impressive stats, particularly in attack, it’s generally more useful for raids and gym battles than for PvP (Player vs. Player) battles. This is partly due to its Ice typing, which has several weaknesses that common PvP Pokémon can exploit.
Can I use Shiny Mega Glalie in battles against other players?
Yes, you can use Shiny Mega Glalie in battles against other players, including in the GO Battle League. However, keep in mind that Mega Evolution is temporary, so your Pokémon will revert to its non-Mega form after a certain period.
How do I get more Mega Energy for Glalie?
You can obtain Mega Energy for Glalie by winning Mega Glalie raids (with more energy awarded for faster completion times), completing certain research tasks that reward Mega Glalie Energy, or by walking with a Pokémon from the Snorunt evolutionary line as your buddy (after you’ve Mega Evolved Glalie at least once).
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