Bloodmoon Ursaluna is one of the most intriguing additions in the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Teal Mask expansion. Unlike traditional Pokémon, this beastly creature boasts a distinct lore and exceptional battle capabilities that set it apart from standard forms. Understanding how to encounter and capture this unique normal and ground type is essential for trainers looking to complete their DLC journey.
Understanding Evolution Myths and True Requirements
Many players assume that obtaining Bloodmoon Ursaluna involves evolving a Teddiursa or Ursaring under specific conditions. However, Bloodmoon Ursaluna cannot be obtained through standard evolution mechanics or breeding. It exists as a single, special event-based encounter tied directly to a side quest in the DLC.
To unlock the quest for this special encounter, trainers must first complete a prerequisite task in Kitakami. You need to register at least 150 Pokémon in your Kitakami Pokédex to demonstrate your battle and exploration experience. Once this milestone is reached, traveling to Mossui Town allows you to initiate the questline with the photographer NPC named Perrin.
Starting the Quest in West Mossui Town
Upon speaking with Perrin in West Mossui Town, she will challenge you to a quick battle to verify your skills as a trainer. Defeating her prompts a dialogue about a mythical creature known as the Bloodmoon Beast. This conversation serves as the official beginning of your investigation into the mysterious Pokémon.
Perrin will then ask you to meet her at a new location to continue the search. Preparing a well-rounded team beforehand is strongly advised, as you will face several mandatory challenges along the way. Following her instructions carefully ensures you stay on track toward finding the creature's habitat.
Locating Bloodmoon Ursaluna in the Timeless Woods
The quest leads directly to the Timeless Woods, situated in the northeastern corner of the Kitakami map. Once you meet Perrin in the woods, you must complete a special photo survey task by photographing 10 different wild Pokémon in the foggy area. Completing this task sets up the camera gear needed to lure out the legendary beast.
After finishing the survey, a cinematic sequence triggers the encounter with Bloodmoon Ursaluna. The encounter functions similarly to a Titan battle where you must fully deplete its massive health bar before catching it. Once defeated, any Poké Ball thrown will guarantee a 100% successful catch rate.
Post-Battle Rewards and Final Considerations
Capturing Bloodmoon Ursaluna grants you a powerful addition to your team featuring the exclusive Mind's Eye ability and the signature move Blood Moon. Returning to Mossui Town to speak with Perrin completes the story thread. She rewards your efforts with useful items, including a Choice Scarf and a Hisuian Growlithe.
It is important to remember that only one Bloodmoon Ursaluna can be caught per save file. Additionally, this specific encounter is shiny-locked, meaning players cannot reset for a shiny variant during gameplay. Securing this unique Pokémon remains a highly rewarding achievement for every dedicated trainer.
