General Tips
* Shiny Charm: This item dramatically increases your chance of encountering a shiny Pokémon. You can obtain it by completing the Pokédex in a given game.
* Masuda Method: Breeding Pokémon from two different regions significantly increases shiny rates.
* Chain Fishing/Encountering: This involves catching or encountering the same Pokémon repeatedly. The longer your chain, the higher your chances of finding a shiny.
* Raid Battles: Some legendary Pokémon can be found in Raid Battles, and these have a higher chance of being shiny compared to wild encounters.
* Events: Special events often feature increased shiny rates for specific Pokémon, including legendary ones. Keep an eye on announcements from the game developers.
Specific to Pokemon Games
* Pokémon GO: The chance of encountering a shiny legendary Pokémon is very low, even with the Shiny Charm.
* Pokémon Sword and Shield: The Masuda Method and the Shiny Charm are your best bets.
* Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl: The Shiny Charm is the main strategy for finding shinies in these games.
Important Notes:
* RNG: Shiny Pokémon are determined by a random number generator (RNG). While the strategies above can increase your chances, it's ultimately up to chance.
* Patience: Finding a shiny legendary Pokémon can take a lot of time and effort. Be patient and don't give up hope!
Remember: The best approach is to have fun and enjoy the process of searching for a shiny legendary Pokémon!