Hidden encounter

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A random encounter^[1] (Japanese: ！エンカウント ! encounter) is a type of wild Pokémon encounter found in the Galar region in Pokémon Sword and Shield. It is when an exclamation mark appears while the player is walking in the tall grass. Unlike symbol encounters, the Pokémon cannot be seen in the overworld until it is battled. Similar to previous generations (excepting the Let’s Go! games), all information about the Pokémon is hidden until the Pokémon is battled. Unlike previous generations, random encounters are only triggered when the player runs or rides their bike in tall grass, and the Pokémon is not forced upon the player.

See also

• Symbol encounter
• Wanderer
• Fishing
• Berry tree
• Pokémon Den

References

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