In Pokémon Legends Z-A, the legendary creatures Xerneas and Yveltal embody Life and Death within the Kalos region. Both become obtainable after finishing the primary campaign, requiring players to progress into post-game missions. Capturing these mythic beings involves unique challenges tied to narrative-driven quests.
Xerneas Capture Guide for Pokémon Legends Z-A
Xerneas becomes available during the “Giver of Life” questline. Before confronting it, players must defeat three powerful Alpha Pokémon across Kalos. Their positions and details are listed below:
| Name | Type | Level | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Pangoro | Fighting/Dark | 70 | Wild Zone 9 |
| Alpha Gallade | Psychic/Fighting | 70 | Wild Zone 5 |
| Alpha Steelix | Steel/Ground | 70 | Wild Zone 3 |
Post-victory, speak with Mable at Hotel Z to locate the Fairy-type Xerneas (Level 75) in Wild Zone 11. Optimal counters include Poison or Steel types like Gengar and Aegislash. Note: The battle ends only through capture due to its regenerative abilities.
Yveltal Capture Strategy in Pokémon Legends Z-A
Yveltal’s capture quest activates after securing Xerneas. Begin by speaking with Grisham and Griselle at Nouveau Cafe (Central Plaza), then proceed to Quasartico Inc. Here, Vinnie introduces a simulation battle against three Level 70 Mega-Evolved adversaries. Success grants access to Yveltal atop Galerie de la Lune.
The Dark/Flying-type foe (Level 70) also regenerates health, necessitating strategic capture. Completing both legendary quests unlocks the finale against Lysandre and the chance to obtain Zygarde, concluding Kalos’s main saga.
