How Mutations Work
Wild Encounter
Mutations are rolled when you encounter an Evomon in the wild. Each encounter has a chance to spawn a mutated variant.
Egg Hatch
Mutations can also trigger when hatching eggs. The roll happens at hatch time, not when the egg is obtained.
Pity Counter
Each species has its own pity counter. Defeat enough of that species without a mutation and the game guarantees one.
Stat Bonuses
Mutations add bonus stats on top of base values. Rarer mutations give higher bonuses across all six stats.
Visual Effects
Each mutation has a unique visual effect — color changes, particles, auras, or translucent models.
All Mutations
Mutation Odds Calculator
Estimate the chance of encountering at least one mutation after N attempts.
Mutation Hunting Tips
- •Focus on areas with high spawn density — more encounters per minute means more chances.
- •Mutations trigger on both wild encounters and egg hatches. The roll happens at spawn/hatch time, not when you catch or obtain the egg.
- •Each species has a pity counter — defeat enough of that species and a mutation is guaranteed. The counter persists across sessions.
- •Shiny Charm items (if available) can boost mutation rates. Check the in-game shop.
- •Mutations are rolled per encounter, not per catch. You can check before using balls.
- •Shiny and Sparkle are the only officially confirmed mutations. Exact encounter rates are still being documented by the community.
- •Prismatic has been mentioned by some sources but is not yet officially confirmed. Treat it as speculative until verified.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many mutations are confirmed?
Two mutations are confirmed as of June 2026: Shiny (rarest, with random stat buffs) and Prismatic (more common, purely cosmetic with glowing effects). Exact encounter rates are still being documented by the community.
How does the pity counter work?
Each Evomon species has its own pity counter. If you defeat enough of that species without encountering a mutation, the game guarantees one. The counter is tracked per species and persists across sessions.
Do mutations trigger from wild encounters or eggs?
Both. Mutations are rolled when you encounter an Evomon in the wild and when you hatch an egg. The roll happens at spawn/hatch time, not when you catch or obtain the egg.
Do mutations stack with evolution?
Yes. Mutation bonuses are added on top of the evolved form's base stats. A Shiny Blazmane has +5 to all stats compared to a normal Blazmane. Prismatic carries through evolution but provides no stat bonuses.
Can I trade mutated Evomons?
Mutated Evomons can be traded. Rarer mutations command higher trade values in the community market.
What happens if I evolve a mutated Evomon?
The mutation carries through evolution. Your Shiny Blazpup will become a Shiny Embermane and then a Shiny Pyroclasm.