How to Get the King's Rock and Pokemon it Evolves
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The King's Rock is a held item in Pokemon Legends: Z- that can trigger evolutions for specific Pokemon and can flinch other Pokemon in battle. Learn more on how to get and use it.
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How to Get the King's Rock
Rewards from Side Missions 84
| Side Mission 84 Map Location |
Side Mission 84 Overworld Location |
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Players can receive the King's Rock as a reward for completing Side Mission 84, "Strike First to Make 'Em Flinch!".
You must fight three Pokemon: Sharpedo, Arbok, and Gyarados. They all have moves that have a chance of flinching your Pokemon.
Rewards from Main Mission 39
As part of Main Mission 39:The Infinite Z-A Royale, you will have to fight Zach again. When you beat him, the Quasartico Inc. staff will reward you with a King's Rock.
Purchased from Racine Construction (Post-game)
Players can purchase Metal Coat for ₽4980 at Racine Construction alongside other battle held items. This is only available during the post-game.
Infinite Z-A Royale Rewards
Players can receive a King's Rock as one of the rewards from the Infinite Z-A Royale.
How to Use the King's Rock
Give to a Slowpoke Then Trade It
SlowkingGive a Slowpoke the King's Rock to hold and then trade them to another player. The evolution will occur automatically once the trade is completed, evolving it to a Slowking.
Can Cause Target Pokemon to Flinch
Pokemon who are holding a King's Rock will have a chance to flinch a Pokemon they attack. This will stun them momentarily, making them unable to do any moves.
King's Rock Overview
 King's Rock |
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| Effect | An item to be held by a Pokemon. It may cause the target to flinch whenever the holder successfully inflicts damage on them with an attack. |
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| Buy Price | 4980 |
Pokemon Legends: Z-A Related Guides
All Items
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Other Item Guides
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| How to Get Apriballs (Apricorn Balls) | All Held Items and Best Held Items |
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All Evolution Items
 Dawn Stone
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 Dusk Stone
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 Fire Stone
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 Galarica Cuff
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 Galarica Wreath
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 Ice Stone
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King's Rock
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 Leaf Stone
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 Metal Coat
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 Moon Stone
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 Sachet
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 Shiny Stone
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 Soothe Bell
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 Sun Stone
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 Thunder Stone
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 Water Stone
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 Whipped Dream
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