The little Electric/Steel-type Pokémon,Togedemaru, is finally getting a shiny variant inPokémon GO. This Alola-region favorite shows off its rust-colored spikey coat on top of the usual shiny Pokémon sparkle. Furthermore, since it’s a relatively common Pokémon, Togedemaru should be easy to catch in bulk. Whether hunting a shiny or using one for battle, Togedemaru will always make a greatPokémon GObuddy.
Known as the Roly-Poly Pokémon in the Pokedex, Togedemaru is used for its Electric/Steel-typing. It shares this dual typing with the Magnemite line. However, since it is smaller in stature and in stats than the Magnemite line, consider using it for theLittle Cup,Great League, and maybe theGreat League Remix, depending on the format. Flexing off your shiny Pokémon is also fun when using Togedemaru as yourbuddy Pokémon.
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How To Get Shiny Togedemaru In Pokémon GO
Catch This Sparkling Rodent
Togedemaru willmake its shiny debut in Pokémon GO on July 15, 2025, as part of the Ultra Unlock: Strength of Steel event.
Other than encountering them in the wild, the best way to find a shiny Togedemaru during this event will be tospin PokéStops and complete Field Research tasks. Once the given task has been completed, you’ll have a chance of encountering Togedemaru with a 100% catch rate. Pokémon cannot flee from a Research task encounter, making it perfect for you to use your regular Poké Balls without worrying about them running away.
There will also be a TogedemaruSpotlight Houron June 22, 2025, starting at 6 PM in your location’s timezone, where there will be loads of wild spawns to catch. Additionally, from July 25 until August 16, 2025, Togedemaru will be appearing as aOne-Star Raid Boss.Use a Ground, Fire, or Fighting-type Pokémon to successfully solo this Raid Battle.
Togedemaru Typing & Moves
Shocking Steel
Togedemaru is anElectric/Steel-type Pokémon. This means that its best moves are super-effective against Water-, Flying-, Ice-, and Rock-type Pokémon. It also means you need to be careful when sending it out against Fire, Fighting, and Ground-type Pokémon. Furthermore, it canresist Poison, Flying, and other Steel-type damage by 61%, according toPokemongameinfo.io.
Electric-type and Steel-type moves taught to Togedemaru will get a Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) which is ideal for countering Pokémon that are weak to these move types. You can see all of Togedemaru’s moves below:
Togedemaru Team Compositions For Great League
A GO Battle League Star
Togedemaru can shine in the GO Battle League with its unique typing inPokémon GO. It has a max CP of 2,160, making it very viable for the Great League if it’s under 1,500 CP. Consider teammates for Togedemaru who can take a hit from Fire, Fighting, or Ground-type moves.
For example,Quagsire or Swampertare excellent choices if available because they resist or are neutral to these attacks and have significant bulk in their defense stats. If this is the Pokémon you choose to help Togedemaru’s weaknesses, verify to bring a Fire-type Pokémon as well, likeNinetales, so that a pesky Grass-type Pokémon can’t take out Quagsire or Swampert.
