Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Redditor suggests way to get “legitimate” Event Deoxys, Zarude, and Keldeo outside Japan and Korea

The Pokemon Scarlet and Violet community is buzzing after Reddit user Hoopawho shared a detailed method to obtain the elusive Mythical creatures Deoxys, Zarude, and Keldeo. While these Pokemon are officially available only in Japan and Korea through a special campaign, the method involves purchasing eligible e-books and redeeming points via the Japanese Pokemon website.

Reddit user Hoopawho stated:

"For people outside Japan/Korea who want to obtain the mythical Pokemon yourself and is willing to spend about $25 US dollars."

Getting Legitimate Event Deoxys/Zarude/Keldeo Outside Japan/Korea byu/Hoopawho inPokemonScarletViolet

The entire process costs around $25 and requires some effort, but it opens up access to these rare creatures for players worldwide.

The community on Reddit had varied responses to this method, reflecting a mix of enthusiasm, skepticism, and critique.

Some users, like Sad_Difficulty2044, argued that paying for Mythical creatures is unnecessary, as such events often become available globally at no cost, citing past examples like Genesect and Marshadow.

Players stirred up interesting discussions on Hoopawho's Reddit post. (Image via Reddit)

However, others countered this optimism. As iWentRogue pointed out, there’s no guarantee that this specific event will extend beyond Japan and Korea, referencing Serebii’s mystery gift archive to highlight exclusives that never reached global audiences.

While some players showed hesitation this method was well received. (Image via Reddit)

Questions about compatibility arose, with appledeers wondering if the creatures could be redeemed on English versions of the game. Midwestthunder reassured the community, confirming that the codes work seamlessly with English copies of Scarlet and Violet.

The broader discussion also delved into Game Freak’s handling of creature availability. Users like SaibaAisu lamented the limited roster in recent titles and questioned why Game Freak doesn’t make all of them accessible through updates.

Players questioned why are all creatures not available from the get-go. (Image via Reddit)

Sad_Difficulty2044 responded with insights into technical challenges, such as animation programming and compatibility issues across platforms, suggesting these constraints drive decisions like "Dexit" and selective creatures inclusion.

Comment byu/Hoopawho from discussion inPokemonScarletViolet

Some players, like eternal_edenium, suggested bypassing the entire process by purchasing the codes directly from platforms like eBay, often at a comparable price, for those who want to skip the e-book redemption steps.

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What is the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Deoxys, Zarude, and Keldeo Mystery Gift Event?

Scarlet and Violet Mystery Gift Event (Image via TPC)

The event — part of the Operation Get Mythical creatures campaign — allows players to obtain these legendary creatures alongside helpful in-game items. Running from November 22, 2024, this initiative involves registering campaign codes found in specific Pokemon-related products on the Japanese website. Collecting 20 points through these codes unlocks all available gifts.

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The workaround shared by Hoopawho is a creative and legitimate way for players outside Japan and Korea to access these Mythical Pokemon, but it also highlights ongoing frustrations with region-locked events.

Whether to wait for a potential global release, invest in the e-books, or explore other options depends on each player’s priorities.

The discussion underscores the passion and resourcefulness of the Pokemon community as they navigate the challenges of obtaining their favorite creatures.