How to Obtain and Use Dragon Scale in Pokémon Go

by Aria Ford

Updated on 2024-07-30

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Evolution items in Pokemon Go unlock special evolution that are otherwise unattainable. In fact, evolution items are the path to obtaining some of the game’s most powerful creatures. Of the 10 evolution items, the Dragon Scale — a key to evolve Seadra into Kingdra — is definitely one of the most sought-after treasures.

And in this guide we will dig deep into the Dragon Scale, reveal its significance, and also discuss how to obtain it. Given the rarity, obtaining Dragon Scale through regular means might be difficult, that’s why we will discuss a sure method to get Dragon Scale — that too, quickly! Finally, you will learn how to evolve Seadra into Kingdra using the Dragon Scale.

Part 1: What is Dragon Scale in Pokemon Go

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Relic of the Johto region, the Dragon Scale — a shimmering blue scale — is the catalyst for evolving Seadra (Water-type seahorse Pokemon) into its final form: Kingdra.

Using the Dragon Scale, you can dramatically increase Seadra’s Combat Power (CP) and make it a much stronger contender in battles. Additionally, it will also change the Seadra’s typing from Water to Water/Dragon — with additional resistance and super effective against Fire, Rock, and Ground-type Pokemon.

But obtaining the Dragon Scale is also challenging due to its rarity. In fact, the Dragon Scale is considered to be the most elusive of all evolution items in Pokemon Go. Still, there are several methods available to acquire it, and in the next section, we will delve into all those methods.

Part 2: How to Get Pokemon Go Dragon Scale

There’s no guaranteed method for obtaining a Dragon Scale. For context, countless discussions on Discord Channels and Reddit forums indicates that everyone has their own “lucky” method. Even I scored my Dragon Scale through iWhere (more on that in the next section). Still, here are the traditional routes which have worked for a lot of trainers, but note that luck plays a major role:

1. Spin PokeStops and Gyms: This is the most common way to get evolution items, and not just Dragon Scales. But it’s a numbers game – the more you spin, the higher your chances. While the drop rate for evolution items is generally low (around 1%), you might get lucky and score a Dragon Scale alongside other items like the Metal Coat or King’s Rock.

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2. 7-Day PokeStop Streak: Here’s a guaranteed evolution item, but it’s still a gamble. On the 7th day of your daily PokeStop streak, you’ll receive one evolution item at random. It could be a Sun Stone, a Metal Coat, or even the elusive Dragon Scale. So, you might have multiple Sun Stones or King’s Rocks, for instance.

3. Trading with Trainers: Given you will have accumulated several evolution items other than the Dragon Scale, you can leverage those to trade with friends.So, if you have spare evolution items (like Up-Grade, Metal Coat, or King’s Rock), you can try trading them for a Dragon Scale. Of course, there will be a Stardust cost, which again is not a big deal given you will have the Dragon Scale.

4. Gifts: The chances are slim you will receive a Dragon Scale, it’s worth checking those gifts regularly.

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5. Research Task Rewards: Special Research Task and Field Research breakthrough also reward you with an evolution item — it’s not common, but then again, it is not unheard of.

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As mentioned, all these methods are only common, but doesn’t guarantee obtaining the Dragon Scale — not especially if you are impatient and want it quickly. Even though I spent countless hours spinning at the PokeStops, it only yielded potions and berries again and again.

From what I have observed and even the general consensus, that the items you receive from PokeStops seem to depend more on the PokeStop itself than the trainer spinning it. So, I accessed PokeStops where other trainers had successfully acquired Dragon Scale using iWhere — a location spoofer.

Part 3: How to Obtain Dragon Scales Faster in Pokemon Go — iWhere iPhone Location Changer

By using a location spoofer like iWhere, you can virtually travel to areas with higher chances of getting Dragon Scales. Designed for Pokemon Go, iWhere allows you to teleport to any region in the world, letting you spin PokeStops in areas known for Dragon Scale drops.

For instance, I found mine at a PokeStop near the iconic Sydney Opera House in Australia! Even if you don’t find it right away, iWhere’s One-Stop or Multi-Stop modes will make it easy to set a custom path and hit multiple PokeStops in a short time in a chosen location, dramatically increasing your chances of getting that Dragon Scale.

For even more control, Joystick Mode gives you precise movement within the game. And with different speeds for walking, cycling, or driving, you can mimic natural movement to avoid suspicion.

Key Features of iWhere iPhone Location Changer:

  • One-Stop Mode: Teleport directly to a prime Dragon Scale hunting ground and let iWhere simulate walking a specified distance.
  • Multi-Stop Mode: Plan a strategic route with multiple PokeStop or Gym locations to maximize your chances of encountering a Dragon Scale.
  • Custom Speeds: You can choose between realistic walking, cycling, or driving speeds to avoid suspicion.
  • GPX Import/Export: Import pre-made routes known for Dragon Scale drops, or share your own successful paths with others.
  • Historical Routes: Save your favorite routes for easy access and repeat visits to those lucrative Dragon Scale hotspots.

Step 1: Run the iWhere iPhone Location Changer app on your computer (Windows or Mac) and click the “Start” button.

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Step 2: Connect your iPhone to the computer and choose the movement mode to fake your location. Select “Multi-stop” mode.

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In the iWhere iPhone Location Changer map that appears on your screen, choose the “Regions” you want to use and click “Use this Site”.

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Step 3: You can also adjust other settings like movement speed.

Lastly, click on “Start Move” to spoof your location immediately.

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Part 4: How to Use Dragon Scale to evolve to Sedra in Pokemon Go

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iWhere ensures that you have your hands on the Dragon Scale, so now you can unleash the power of Kingdra. Here’s how to evolve your Seadra into the majestic Water/Dragon type Pokemon:

What You’ll Need:

  • A Seadra
  • 100 Seadra Candy
  • One Dragon Scale

Steps to Evolve:

  • Open your Pokemon storage and find the Seadra you want to evolve.
  • Click on the “Evolve” button beneath your Seadra’s stats. If you have enough candy and a Dragon Scale, the button will be active.

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  • Just tap “Yes” to proceed and confirm that you want to use Dragon Scale.

Once you confirm, you will have the Kingdra. Kingdra — being a Water/Dragon type — will come with a wide range of resistance against numerous types — like Fire, Ground, and Rock. Plus, it has high Attack and Special Attack stat, so it can even withstand a few hits in the battles.

FAQs

How rare is a Dragon Scale in Pokemon go?

Dragon Scales have a drop rate of 1%, and there’s no guaranteed method to obtain them. As mentioned, you can use iWhere to locate areas with high PokeStop density and can increase your chances of encountering this rare item.

What special items can be used to evolve pokemon?

Evolution Item Evolves From Evolves To
King’s Rock Poliwhirl (Water/Ground) Politoed (Water/Ground)
King’s Rock Slowpoke (Water/Psychic) Slowking (Water/Psychic)
Dragon Scale Seadra (Water) Kingdra (Water/Dragon)
Sun Stone Gloom (Grass) Bellossom (Grass)
Sun Stone Sunkern (Grass) Sunflora (Grass)
Up-Grade Porygon (Normal) Porygon2 (Normal)
Metal Coat Onix (Ground/Rock) Steelix (Ground/Steel)
Metal Coat Scyther (Bug/Flying) Scizor (Bug/Steel)

Conclusion

All the evolution items, from Dragon Scales to Metal Coats, have their own unique qualities and hold transformative powers — but all require some time, luck and patience to get your hands on them. But then again, each evolution item is essential to evolve a specific type of Pokemon — so, you will need all of them. To start the saga, this guide provides you with the details of Dragon Scale, so you can acquire it and evolve Seadra into Kingdra quickly.

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