Runerigus Evolution Location, Rarity, Stats in Pokemon Sword and Shield

Runerigus evolution location is one of the most intriguing ways Game Freak has chosen to trigger a Pokemon's evolution.

An evolved form of Yamask, Runerigus is a new Pokemon tied to the Galar region. Yamask first appeared in Generation V during Pokemon Black and White. Originally, it evolved into Cofagrigus although now there's a second form unique to Galar.

Here's everything you need to know about Runerigus.

Runerigus Location and Rarity: Pokemon Sword and Shield

Runerigus can't be found in the wild, but it is available in Max Raid Battles in multiple locations inside the Wild Area. Those areas include:

• Bridge Field
• Dusty Bowl
• Giant's Mirror
• Rolling Fields
• South Lake Miloch
• Stony Wilderness
• Watchtower Ruins

Runerigus Evolution: Pokemon Sword and Shield

Runerigus does not have an evolved form. To evolve a Galarian Yamask into Runerigus, players must first have their Yamask take 49 or more damage in a single battle. Then, walk under the stone sculpture in the Dusty Bowl to have it evolve. Convoluted, yet unique.

Runerigus Stats: Pokemon Sword and Shield

Here are Runerigus' base stats, according to Serebii:

• Base Stats - Total: 483
• HP: 58
• Attack: 95
• Defense: 145
• Sp. Attack: 50
• Sp. Defense: 105
• Speed: 30