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How to get Shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO - Odds, best tips for hunting, and more
We first saw
Shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO
during the GO Fest Global 2025 event. This rare variant quickly became a must-have for collectors due to its unique coloring. If you missed the event, here's everything you need to know about obtaining this elusive Pokemon.
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How to catch Shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO
Participate in GO Fest Global 2025
The only confirmed way to catch shiny Carbink was during the GO Fest Global 2025 event on June 28 and 29, 2025. During this event, Carbink appeared exclusively in the "Moonless Volcano" habitat. The shiny variant was only available during two specific one-hour windows each day:
- 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM local time
- 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM local time
Outside these time slots, Shiny Carbink will not appear in the wild. To increase your chances of encountering shiny Carbink during the event, players used the following items:
- Lure Modules – Attracted more Pokemon to PokéStops.
- Incense – Increased spawn rates for the player using it.
These items helped maximize spawns during the limited event windows.
Attend in-person GO Fest events (limited availability)
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Shiny Carbink was also available at physical GO Fest 2025 events in:
- Paris
- Osaka
- Jersey City
However, since these were location-specific, not all players had access to them.
Trade with other trainers
If you missed the event, trading was another way to obtain shiny Carbink. Important notes about trading:
- Shiny trades require up to one million Stardust depending on your friendship level.
- Finding a willing trade partner is necessary.
What are the odds of shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO?
The exact shiny odds for Shiny Carbink during this event have not been officially announced by Niantic. However, based on previous Pokemon GO event patterns and community-reported data, the typical shiny rate for new event debut Pokemon in wild encounters is usually 1 in 64 (about 1.56%) or 1 in 128 (about 0.78%), especially for rare spawns during featured event hours.
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Some special event Pokemon have had boosted shiny odds as high as 1 in 64 during their debut, but for non-Community Day event Pokémon, rates of 1 in 128 are also common. Given Carbink's limited availability and rarity, the odds are likely to fall within this range.
Pokemon
Event Availability
Likely Shiny Odds
Shiny Carbink
GO Fest Global 2025, Moonless Volcano habitat
1 in 64 or 1 in 128 (estimated)
If you are aiming for a Shiny Carbink, maximize your encounters during the designated event hours for the best chance.
Identifying Shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO
Carbink is a Rock/Fairy-type Pokemon resembling a small, gem-like creature.
The standard version has a blue-gray body with icy crystals. The shiny variant, however, stands out with a darker body and bright blue crystals.
Key differences between regular and shiny Carbink:
Feature
Regular Carbink
Shiny Carbink
Body color
Blue-gray
Darker silver
Crystal color
Icy blue
Bright blue
Additional tips for catching Shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO
- Shiny Carbink does not evolve, so catching it during the event was the only way to obtain it.
- Planning playtime around the two one-hour windows was crucial for success.
- Some players used GPS spoofing tools to simulate event locations, but this method carries risks like account bans.
Shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO remains one of the rarest Pokemon in the game due to its limited availability. Players who participated in GO Fest Global 2025 had the best chance of catching it, while others relied on trades. If future events bring it back, these strategies will still apply.
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For now, trading is the only way to get Shiny Carbink in Pokemon GO if you missed the event. Keep an eye on future announcements in case Niantic reintroduces this sought-after variant.
