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Pokemon Legends: Z-A

List of Apriballs (Apricorn Balls) and How to Get

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In Pokemon Legends: Z-A, rare types of Poke Balls, Apriballs (Apricorn Balls) can be used to increase successful catches under certain conditions. Learn about all the types of Apriballs in the game as well as how to get them.

How to Get Apriballs (Apricorn Balls)

Obtained from Ranked Battles as of Season 2

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As of the Ranked Battles Season 2, placing first and second has a chance of dropping random Apriballs.

Ranked Battles Season 2: Rules and Rewards

Obtained from the Infinite Z-A Royale Reward Matches

Receive Rewards from Infinite Z-A Royale

During the post-game of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, players will unlock the Infinite Z-A Royale which works similarly to the Z-A Royale but can now be challenged repeatedly. Players can receive various prizes here including Apriballs (Apricorn Balls).

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Pre-Order Bonus for Mega Dimension

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As a pre-order bonus for purchasing Pokemon Legends: Z-A's DLC, Mega Dimension, players will be given a Luxurious Poke Ball Set. This set includes, 3 Fast Balls, 3 Lure Balls, 3 Level Balls and 3 Heavy Balls.

Take note that the pre-order only counts until February 28, 2026 and players would have to use the redeem code by March 10, 2026.

Pre-Order Bonuses and Rewards

Trade with Other Players

It's possible to trade Pokemon which are holding an Apriball or other rare Poke Ball. Our Trading Board has an option to specify Pokemon holding a specific Apriball!

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List of All Apricorn Balls

Item Description How to Get
Fast Ball Icon
Fast Ball
More effective when catching Pokémon that are usually very quick to run away. ・Acquire as a Pre-Order Bonus
・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Lure Ball Icon
Lure Ball
More effective when catching Pokémon in or on the water. ・Acquire as a Pre-Order Bonus
・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Level Ball Icon
Level Ball
Becomes more effective the lower the level of the Pokémon compared to your own Pokémon. ・Acquire as a Pre-Order Bonus
・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Heavy Ball Icon
Heavy Ball
Becomes more effective the heavier the Pokémon is. ・Acquire as a Pre-Order Bonus
・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Love Ball Icon
Love Ball
A somewhat different Poke Ball that is more effective when catching Pokemon of the opposite gender to your own Pokemon. ・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Friend Ball Icon
Friend Ball
A somewhat different Poke Ball that makes a wild Pokemon more friendly toward you immediately after it's caught. ・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Moon Ball Icon
Moon Ball
A somewhat different Poke Ball that is more effective when catching Pokemon that can be evolved using a Moon Stone. ・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Other Rare Poke Balls

Item Description How to Get
Master Ball Icon
Master Ball
The very best Poke Ball with the ultimate level of performance. With it, you will catch any wild Pokemon without fail. ・Acquire as a Reward from Mable
・Acquire in Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale

Safari Ball Icon
Safari Ball
A Poke Ball used to catch Pokemon within the Safari Zone. ・Obtained as Ranked Battle Season Rewards (Season 3)

Sport Ball Icon
Sport Ball
A special Poke Ball that was used during the Bug-Catching Contest in the Johto region. ・Obtained as Ranked Battle Season Rewards (Season 1)

Dream Ball Icon
Dream Ball
A somewhat different Poke Ball that is more effective when catching Pokemon that are asleep. (Scarlet and Violet) ・Obtained as Ranked Battle Season Rewards (Season 2)

These Poke Balls are not considered to be Apriballs as they were not originally made by Kurt in Pokemon Gold and Silver. However, they are still rare and sought after!

What are Apriballs (Apricorn Balls)?

Special Poke Ball Made from Apricorns

Crafted from Apricorns, Apriballs are a rare type of Poke Ball that was introduced during Gen 2. Players would harvest apricorns of different colors and submit them to receive Apriballs after a while. They are essentially Poke Balls that have higher catch rates when meeting certain conditions.

However, in Pokemon Legends: Z-A, players cannot craft nor purchase them. The only way to acquire them repeatedly is through winning Reward Battles in the Infinite Z-A Royale.

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