The Pokémon Company announced a free Shiny Xerneas distribution in Pokémon Legends: Z-A as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebrations. The legendary Pokémon can be claimed right now through Mystery Gift using the code CELEBRATE30TH.
What happened?
The official announcement came on November 12, 2026, with Shiny Xerneas available immediately. The code is valid until January 7, 2027. A Shiny Yveltal will also be distributed starting December 10 until February 4, 2027.
The same code CELEBRATE30TH works in Pokémon Pokopia for a furniture set: antique chest, cute bed, cute dresser, stylish stool, lace rug and tea set.
How to claim Shiny Xerneas
In the main game:
- Open the Link Play menu
- Go to Mystery Gift
- Choose the code/password option
- Enter CELEBRATE30TH
The Xerneas arrives at level 100, with Modest nature, in a Cherish Ball, and knows Geomancy, Moonblast, Focus Blast and Thunderbolt.
Why this matters
Shiny legendary distributions are rare and highly valued by the community. Celebrating 30 years with Xerneas and Yveltal — the box legendaries from X and Y — is a direct way to engage players of both Legends: Z-A and Pokopia.
For anyone who already owns the game, it’s a free and guaranteed way to add a special Pokémon to the team without relying on shiny hunting luck.
What changes in practice
Players have until early 2027 to claim the Xerneas. Yveltal arrives soon with another code. Claim it soon so you don’t miss the deadline.
By Grok
