Space Time Distortions are anomalies in the Hisui Region where Pokemon and items spawn in Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Read on to learn how to unlock space time distortions, how to find them, what space time distortions are, what to do if distortions are not working or nothing happens, as well as a list of Pokemon and items found in Space Time Distortions.

How to Unlock and Find Space-Time Distortions

Reach Two-Star Rank and Unlock Crimson Mirelands

Space-Time Distortions will start appearing in the overworld after reaching the Two-Star Rank and after getting access to the Crimson Mirelands.

How to Increase Survey Corps Rank

Possibility of Appearing on the Map after 5 Minutes Has Passed

Once you've spent at least 5 minutes on a map, there is a small chance that a Space-Time Distortion will form. Time spent in battle, in a menu, or in a dialogue box doesn't count toward this time, so make sure you're actively playing the game (or waiting around somewhere safe) if you're hoping for a Space-Time distortion to spawn.

Just remember not to close your game or faint, as doing so will remove the Space-time Distortion from the map even if you saved your game. Likewise, returning to Jubilife Village, entering sub-areas such as caves, or resting to a specific time will reset the timer.

Space-Time Distortions are guaranteed after 40 minutes on a map

Waiting Time	Chance for Space-Time Distortion to Appear
	(Normal Rates)	(Purple Sky)
After 5 Minutes	Slight Chance	Slightly Better Chance
After 10 Minutes	Decent Chance	Decent Chance
After 15 Minutes	Likely	Likely
After 25 Minutes	Highly Likely	Highly Likely
After 40 Minutes	Guaranteed	Guaranteed

The longer you stay on the map, the more likely it is for a Space-Time Distortion to appear, eventually cumulating to a guaranteed spawn after 40 minutes of waiting. For most of the game, the chances for a distortion to appear are reflected in the normal rates column above. However, during the climax of the story, when the sky turns purple, space-time distortions are more likely to spawn in the first 5 minutes.

If you stay on the map, you will eventually receive a notifcation that a distortion is currently forming within the area. If one appears, A space-time distortion seems to be forming! will be displayed on the screen, and after a few minutes A space-time distortion appeared! will pop-up, meaning that rare Pokemon and items have begun spawning inside the dome.

Indicated by a vortex icon in the map

If a Space-Time Distortion is active in the map, a vortex icon will be displayed with the text Space-time is growing unstable here, indicating its location.

Press the Minus Button (-) to open up the map and find the vortex symbol if one is active! Just note that it will disappear over time, so you should head to that partt of the map in the next few minutes if you'd like to enter the distortion.

Space-Time Distortion Duration

Timer at the start of Space-Time Distortion

Approximately 2 minutes into the Space-Time Distortion

Looking closely at the vortex icon in the map, you will see the time left for a space-time distortion to either arrive or go away, depending whether it's only about to form or while it is already occuring.

How to Make More Space-Time Distortions Spawn

Space-Time Distortions are random occurences, so nothing is confirmed that will trigger their spawning. The best thing to do is be prepared for when one eventually spawns by crafting enough Poke Balls, having space in your Satchel to pick up rare items, and making sure your Pokemon are healed up!

What do the Messages Mean?

Different text will appear on your screen depending on the state of the Space-Time Distortion. View the full list below!

Text	Meaning
A space-time distortion seems to be forming!	A Space-Time Distortion has been triggered and can now be seen on the map.
Space-time is growing unstable here.	Text on the map, indicating where the distortion is happening.
A space-time distortion appeared!	The trigger for Pokemon and items to begin spawning. As long as this message hasn't appeared, no Distortion Pokemon will appear.
The distortion has ended.	This signals the end of the distortion, which means the regular Pokemon will return.

What to Do When the Space-Time Distortion is Not Working

Wait for it to Fully Form

There may be instances where you'll quickly enter the Space-Time Distortion, wait for a a minute and nothing happens or changes. If you think your Space-Time Distortion isn't working, all you need to do is wait a few more minutes to give it time to fully form! This can take about 5 minutes, so use the time to catch Pokemon, gather materials, or find the perfect spots to sneak around!

You'll know that the distortion is beginning when you see the message A space-time distortion appeared . This is the moment you can open your map to check the location of the distortion.

Do Not Close Your Game

Even when it seems like the Space-Time Distortion isn't working do not close your game . Fainting or closing the game will despawn the Space-Time Distortion, causing you to lose the chance to grab those Pokemon.

Don't worry though, you'll only need to wait for the next one to try again!

Avoid Entering Sub-Areas, Resting to Specific Times, or Returning to Jubilife Village

Sometimes, you might feel like you've been roaming around the map for a while, and yet there are still no Space-Time Distortions forming. Keep in mind, that entering Sub-Areas such as caves will reset the distortion's spawn timer . Likewise, resting to specific time of day, or returning to Jubilife Village will also reset the timer.

Doing any of these will make it longer for a Space-Time Distortion to disappear, so avoid doing them. If you must, rest, choose to rest only for a little while. The cutscene will pause the distortion's spawn timer but it will not reset it.

What to Do When Space-Time Distortions aren't Spawning

Unfortunately, you can't force Space-Time Distortions to spawn. The best thing to do is make sure you're spending time in one of the five areas collecting and battling Pokemon, farming resources, or completing requests, and sooner or later you'll get a message saying that a new one is forming.

List of Pokemon in Space-Time Distortions

Space-Time Distortions Spawn Type

Appears → Disappears (Repeating Spawn)	Randomly Appear (Limited Spawn)

There are two ways a Pokemon spawns in Space-Time Distortions. One way, the repeating spawn type, is that a set of 2-3 Pokemon will consistently appear and disappear near the player throughout the Space-Time Distortion.

The other method, the limited spawn type, is that some Pokemon will just spawn randomly and may not respawn once it vanishes. This is usually the case for rarer Pokemon and ones that can only be caught during Space-Time Distortions. After completing the main story and watching the credits, the Starter Pokemon can also appear as limited spawns as well.

Obsidian Fieldlands

Repeating Spawn
Eevee	Leafeon	Sylveon	Lickitung
Lickilicky	Haunter	Gengar	Onix
Steelix	Ursaring	Toxicroak

Limited Spawn
Weavile	Sneasel

Crimson Mirelands

Repeating Spawn
Eevee	Flareon	Umbreon	Floatzel
Drifblim	Heracross	Luxio	Luxray
Lopunny	Snorlax

Limited Spawn
Porygon	Porygon2	Porygon-Z

Limited Spawn after finishing story
Cyndaquil	Quilava	Hisuian Typhlosion

Cobalt Coastlands

Repeating Spawn
Eevee	Flareon	Vaporeon	Mr. Mime
Kadabra	Alakazam	Rhydon	Rhyperior
Skuntank	Carnivine

Limited Spawn
Magnemite	Magneton	Magnezone

Coronet Highlands

Repeating Spawn
Eevee	Jolteon	Sylveon	Octillery
Magmar	Magmortar	Dusclops	Dusknoir
Drapion	Ambipom

Limited Spawn
Cranidos	Rampardos	Shieldon	Bastiodon

Limited Spawn after finishing story
Rowlet	Dartrix	Hisuian Decidueye

Alabaster Icelands

Repeating Spawn
Eevee	Glaceon	Espeon	Scyther
Pikachu	Raichu	Sealeo	Walrein
Electabuzz	Electivire	Rapidash	Tangrowth

Limited Spawn after finishing story
Oshawott	Dewott	Hisuian Samurott	Scizor

Catch Level 30-65 Pokemon Early

Pokemon that appear in Space-Time Distortions have high levels overall. During the early game, catching one gives you access to a Pokemon which is already strong enough and doesn't need to be leveled up as much to hold its own.

If a Space-Time Distortion appears in your map, check it out and try to capture as many Pokemon as you can.

Take note that Alpha Pokemon can appear in Space-Time Distortions and will be at a higher level than the others, so pick you battles wisely!

Pokemon Over Level 65 May Appear After Finishing Main Story

After catching Dialga and Palkia and beating the game, stronger Pokemon with higher levels will appear inside Space-Time Distortions. Make sure to check your team before heading inside one as the experience will be more difficult.

Complete Story Walkthrough

Alpha Pokemon May Appear

Alpha Pokemon may spawn inside Space-Time Distortions. They will appear at a much higher level than the rest of the Pokemon spawning inside the dome, so tread carefully!

All Alpha Pokemon Locations and Maps

Items Found in Space-Time Distortions

All Space-Time Distortion Items
Black Augurite	Blue Shard	Comet Shard
Dawn Stone	Dubious Disc	Dusk Stone
Electirizer	Fire Stone	Green Shard
Ice Stone	Leaf Stone	Linking Cord
Magmarizer	Metal Coat	Moon Stone
Nugget	Protector	Razor Claw
Razor Fang	Reaper Cloth	Red Shard
Shiny Stone	Star Piece	Stardust
Sun Stone	Thunder Stone	Upgrade
Water Stone

What is a Space-Time Distortion?

Spawns Rare Pokemon

Space-Time Distortions are temporary domes that can appear in the map. Various Pokemon that do not originate in the area can spawn inside these domes once it is active.

Some Pokemon only appear exclusively in Space-Time Distortions, while some can be found somewhere else.

Rare Items May Appear

Special items can also appear inside Space-Time Distortions, and you will be able to pick up these items as long as the dome is active.

Items such as Stardust or colored Shards can appear here, as well as items used in evolving certain Pokemon like evolution stones or Linking Cables.

List of All Evolution Stones and Items

Pokemon Legends: Arceus Related Guides

Beginner's Tips & Guides

Pokemon Legends: Arceus Tips and Guides

Beginner's Tips and Guides
How to Trade Online	How to Increase Satchel (Inventory) Size
How to Increase Survey Corps Rank	How to Check Player HP
What Happens When You Lose?	How to Run Away
What are Merit Points?	How to Swim Longer and Surf on Water
How to Use Pastures	Balloon Race Guide: How to Pop All Balloons
Space-Time Distortions: How to Find and List of Pokemon	How to Take Pictures
How to Enter First-Person View	Beginner's Guide: Tips to Get Started
How to Get More Pastures	Eternal Battle Reverie Guide
Path of Solitude Guide	Path of Tenacity Guide
How to Swap Items	Double Battles and Multiple Battles Guide
Starting Out
Character Creation Guide	Best Starter Pokemon
Bests Requests to Do First
Items and Gadgets
Item Crafting	Shop Guide and Item Prices
Arc Phone Guide	Lost & Found Guide: Lost Satchel Effects
Farm Guide: Harvest Requirements and Crop List	All Ginter Items: Ginkgo Guide Shop List
All Arceus Plate Locations: Arceus Plates Guide	Can You Get the Master Ball?
Pokemon Guides
How to Get All Legendary Pokemon	How to Get Shiny Pokemon
Frenzied Noble Pokemon	How to Tell if a Pokemon is Shiny
How to Catch Pokemon	Preferred Foods Guide
Are There Walking Pokemon?	How to Ride Pokemon: All Rideable Pokemon
How to Evolve Pokemon	Pokemon Behavior and Effects
How to Change A Pokemon's Nickname	How to Make Pokemon Obey You
How to Get All Starters	Effort Levels: How to Increase Pokemon Stats
Respawn Time: When Do Wild Pokemon Reappear?	Are Starters and Legendaries Shiny Locked?
How to Release Pokemon and Rewards	How to Increase Friendship and Friendship Checker Location
How to Change Your Team	List of Special Evolution Conditions
How to Catch Flying Pokemon	Mass Outbreak Guide and List of Pokemon
Best Pokemon for Catching	How to Change Rotom's Form: All Mechanical Items
Can You Cancel Evolution?	Is Breeding in the Game?
Best Shiny Alpha Pokemon Hunting Routes	Training Grounds Guide
Massive Mass Outbreaks Guide	How to Catch Sleeping Pokemon
How to Catch Small and Large Pokemon
Battle Guides
Agile and Strong Styles	How to Change Moves
Type Weakness Chart	All Status Conditions and Effects
Nature Chart and How to Check Natures	How to Change Natures
Collectibles
All Unown Locations: Unown Notes Guide	Wisp Locations and Maps
Old Verse Locations and Maps	-
Beating the Game
Best Story Team	Post Game Content and 100 Percent Guide
Money Farming Guide	How to Get Research Points Fast
EXP Farming Guide	Survey Report Guide
Research Tasks Guide and Best Research Tasks to Complete	How to Complete the Pokedex: Rare Pokemon Locations
Dialogue Choices and Consequences	Should You Choose Adaman or Irida?
Missables and Unrepeatable Events	-
Maps, Weather, and Traveling
Map Guide	How to Fast Travel
Base Camps Features	Player Home Features
All Weather Types and Effects	Time of Day Effects and How to Change
Useful Characters and Their Locations	How to Break Rocks and Get Through Obstacles
Ursaluna Treasure Maps and Best Farming Route	Full Moon Guide: How to Check and Change the Moon Phase
System, Settings and Controls
How to Save the Game: Is Autosave Available?	List of Controls: Can You Change the Controls?
Best Settings to Use	Language Options and How to Change Language
Character Customization
List of Clothing	List of Hairstyles
How to Change Your Appearance	Best Character Names
How to Change Your Name and Gender	Special Gifts: List of Save File Bonuses