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How to evolve Bisharp into Kingambit in Pokémon GO?

Trainers eager to acquire Kingambit in Pokémon GO, introduced during the Crown Clash event on May 10, 2025, must evolve it from Bisharp. This evolution requires catching Pawniard, evolving it into Bisharp with 50 Pawniard Candy, setting Bisharp as your buddy, and winning 15 raids with Bisharp as your buddy. Finally, evolving Bisharp into Kingambit costs 100 Pawniard Candy.
How to evolve Bisharp into Kingambit in Pokémon GO?
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If you're chasing down Kingambit in Pokémon GO, you're not alone. With its official debut in the Crown Clash event on May 10, 2025, trainers everywhere are eager to add this steel-dark powerhouse to their team. But here’s the twist—Kingambit can’t be caught in the wild or from raids. You must evolve it from Bisharp, and yes, there’s a catch. Let’s break down the exact steps you need to follow.

Step 1: Start with a Pawniard

The journey to Kingambit begins with catching a Pawniard, a Steel/Dark-type Pokémon. You can get Pawniard from:
  • Crown Clash raids
  • 12 km Strange Eggs
  • Research tasks (if available)
Pro tip: Catch as many as you can. You’ll need a bunch of Pawniard Candy later.

Step 2: Evolve Pawniard into Bisharp

Once you’ve got your Pawniard, evolve it into Bisharp using 50 Pawniard Candy.If you’re low on candy:
  • Walk with Pawniard as your Buddy
  • Use Pinap Berries to double catch candy
  • Transfer duplicates
  • Hatch more Pawniards
  • Convert Rare Candy

Step 3: Set Bisharp as Your Buddy

Before you can even think about evolving Bisharp into Kingambit, you’ll need to build a bond. Set Bisharp as your Buddy Pokémon. This step is crucial—it won’t evolve unless it’s your current Buddy.

Step 4: Win 15 Raid Battles While Bisharp is Your Buddy

Here’s the actual challenge.To unlock the evolution to Kingambit:
  • Win 15 Raid Battles
  • Bisharp must be your Buddy during these wins
  • The raids should feature Steel- or Dark-type bosses
Good news? Bisharp doesn’t need to fight. It just needs to be by your side.During the Crown Clash event, watch for raid bosses like:
  • Sneasel (Dark)
  • Klink (Steel)
  • Pawniard (Steel/Dark
Pro tip: Focus on Pawniard raids—you’ll gain Candy and fulfill evolution requirements.
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Step 5: Evolve Bisharp into Kingambit

Once you’ve:
  • Set Bisharp as your Buddy
  • Won 15 raids with it as your Buddy
Now, you’re ready for the final step.Just feed Bisharp 100 Pawniard Candy and evolve it into Kingambit. Total Candy needed from start to finish? 150 Candy:
  • 50 to go from Pawniard → Bisharp
  • 100 to go from Bisharp → Kingambit
Kingambit is a beast in PvP, especially in the Master League. With strong resistances, powerful moves, and solid bulk, it’s built for serious battles. Even in PvE, it’s a reliable Gym Defender and a solid counter in certain raids. If you're serious about competitive battling—or just want a flex-worthy Pokédex—Kingambit delivers.
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