Catching Regieleki and Regidrago in Crown Tundra

The Crown Tundra expansion for Pokémon Sword and Shield introduces thrilling new challenges, including the pursuit of the elusive Regieleki and Regidrago. These legendary Pokémon, part of the iconic Regi family, demand precise preparation and puzzle-solving skills. Trainers must first secure the original trio—Regirock, Registeel, and Regice—before accessing their shared shrine. This guide provides a comprehensive roadmap to encountering, battling, and capturing these powerhouses, plus innovative methods to acquire both variants.

Understanding the Regi Legacy in Crown Tundra

The Regi Pokémon have long captivated fans with their ancient temple dwellings and intricate entry mechanisms. In The Crown Tundra, this tradition evolves with Regieleki, an Electric-type speedster, and Regidrago, a fierce Dragon-type brawler. Both reside at level 50 in their temple at Three-Point Pass, a snowy crossroads in the tundra’s heart.

Unlike previous Regi encounters, this shrine forces a pivotal choice: summon Regieleki or Regidrago via unique light patterns. Only one appears per save file, heightening the stakes. However, dedicated players can leverage multiple profiles on the Nintendo Switch to collect both, a strategy we’ll explore in depth.

• Regieleki Stats Overview: High Speed (200 base), Electric typing, signature move Thunder Cage.
• Regidrago Stats Overview: Massive Attack (100 base), Dragon typing, signature move Dragon Energy.
• Shared Traits: No-Guard ability ensures all moves hit, making battles intense.

Prerequisites: Capturing the Founding Regis

Access to the Regieleki/Regidrago shrine hinges on possessing Regirock, Registeel, and Regice. These level 65 titans inhabit their own temples scattered across the Crown Tundra. Each requires specific party setups and puzzles.

Begin by reaching the Crown Tundra via Wedgehurst Station after acquiring the Expansion Pass. Battle Peony (level 70 foes) and embark on your first Dynamax Adventure for a strong rental team ally like Suicune (guaranteed catch at level 70).

Step-by-Step Regirock Capture

From Giant’s Foot, head southeast to Rock Peak Ruins. Obtain an Everstone from a Turffield villager beforehand. Enter with it, solve the light puzzle by activating perimeter panels while leaving the center dark. Battle Regirock (Rock-type, level 65), weaken with Water/Grass moves, and Ultra Ball it.

Navigating to Registeel

Steel Valley lies northwest. Use a whistling flute (found in Ballimere Lake) to enter. Illuminate all lights except the bottom-left corner. Registeel (Steel-type) falls to Fire/Fighting attacks.

Chilling Encounter with Regice

Iceberg Ruins demand Never-Melt Ice (Snowslide Slope gift). Activate a snaking path of lights around the center void. Regice (Ice-type) is vulnerable to Rock/Fire/Steel.

Locating and Unlocking the Ultimate Shrine

With the trio secured, fly to Three-Point Pass from Freezington or the nearby campsite. Approach the sealed doors; the inscription reads: “When you gather the three giants, the door of destiny shall be opened.” Add Regirock, Registeel, and Regice to your party—the doors creak open, revealing a chamber with a grid of 10 interactive panels.

Success demands replicating the Pokémon’s facial pattern via lit panels. Mistakes reset the puzzle, but patterns are straightforward.

Summoning Regieleki: The Lightning Pattern

Regieleki’s Electric visage features horizontal lines. Activate:

• All three left-column panels.
• All three right-column panels.
• Only the middle panel in the top row.

A surge of electricity heralds Regieleki’s arrival. Its blistering Speed demands Quick Balls or paralyzing status first.

Awakening Regidrago: The Dragon Y-Shape

Regidrago’s draconic face forms a Y with a crown. Light up:

• Top single panel.
• Six panels in a branching Y from the center downward.

The dragon roars to life. Its raw power shines; use status-inflicting balls post-weakening with Ice/Fairy/Dragon moves.

Advanced Strategy: Securing Both Legends

The single-choice limitation frustrates completionists, but Nintendo Switch’s profile system offers a workaround. The Expansion Pass is account-wide, usable across profiles without repurchase.

1. Create a secondary Switch profile.
2. Start a new Sword/Shield save, progress to Wild Area (post-Turffield for Fly).
3. Travel to Crown Tundra, lose to Peony intentionally, complete first Dynamax Adventure for level 70 Suicune.
4. Use Suicune to blitz-capture the three Regis (2-3 hours total).
5. Enter shrine, capture your second-choice Regi (e.g., Regieleki if main has Regidrago).
6. Transfer via Pokémon HOME to main save.

This exploit nets both in under 5 hours across profiles, ideal for shiny hunting too.

Battle Tactics and Capture Tips

Both Regi share No-Guard, guaranteeing hits but exposing them to status. Lead with counters:

• Vs. Regieleki: Ground-types like Excadrill; paralyze then Quick Ball spam.
• Vs. Regidrago: Fairy-types like Togekiss; Dragon resists common attacks.

Stock Ultra Balls (200+), Dusk Balls for dark interiors, and Timer Balls for prolonged fights. False Swipe ensures 1 HP survival.

Post-Capture: Powering Up Your Regis

Level 50 arrivals demand training. Crown Tundra’s Max Lair offers high-level Dynamax foes. Evolve via raids or HOME transfers. Signature moves learn naturally:

• Regieleki: Thunder Cage (traps foes).
• Regidrago: Dragon Energy (power scales with HP).

Competitive builds favor Choice Scarf on Regieleki for Speed supremacy and Dragon Dance on Regidrago for sweeps.

Common Pitfalls and Troubleshooting

Avoid these errors:

• Forgetting Regis in party—doors stay shut.
• Panel missteps—double-check patterns visually.
• Underleveled team—Suicune or rentals carry early game.

Shiny odds are 1/4096; use sandwich methods post-capture if hunting variants.

FAQs

Can I catch both Regieleki and Regidrago in one save file?

No, the shrine enforces one per file, but multi-profile transfers via HOME enable both.

What level are they?

Level 50, scaling to story progress.

Do I need the Expansion Pass?

Yes, for Crown Tundra access.

Are they shiny-locked?

No, fully shiny-eligible.

How long to get all six Regis?

4-6 hours with optimal routing.

Mastering these encounters enriches your Crown Tundra journey, blending exploration, puzzles, and epic battles. With the right prep, Regieleki and Regidrago become unstoppable allies.