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NPC Trades
Complete list of all in-game NPC trades in Polished Crystal. Find out what Pokémon you can trade for, their stats, natures, abilities, and held items.
Introduction
Throughout your journey in Polished Crystal, you'll encounter various NPCs who are willing to trade their Pokémon for specific species. These in-game trades offer several advantages:
- Perfect IVs - All traded Pokémon have excellent Individual Values ($EE in all stats), making them immediately competitive
- Hidden Abilities - Every traded Pokémon comes with its Hidden Ability, which can be difficult to obtain otherwise
- Beneficial Natures - Each trade has a pre-determined nature that complements the Pokémon's strengths
- Held Items - Traded Pokémon come holding useful items, from type-boost items to evolution stones
- Special Poké Balls - Each Pokémon is contained in a unique Apricorn or special ball
All NPC Trades
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Last updated: January 2, 2026
