Swirlix only evolves into Slurpuff in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A when it’s traded while holding a Whipped Dream. That’s the entire requirement. The rest is securing the item and completing a quick Link Trade, either locally or online.
Evolve Swirlix into Slurpuff (trade with Whipped Dream)
To trigger the evolution:
- Make sure your Swirlix is holding a Whipped Dream.
- Trade that Swirlix to another player via Link Trade (local or online).
Slurpuff will form immediately on the recipient’s side once the trade completes. If you want your original Pokémon back, arrange a quick tradeback with your partner.
Get Whipped Dream (Side Mission 14 and late‑game drops)
You can obtain Whipped Dream early and reliably through a specific side mission, with more available as a rare drop later on.
| Method | Availability | Details | Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side Mission 14 “Slurpuff’s Café Visit” | After completing Main Mission 6 | Pick up the mission on Estival Avenue | 2 Whipped Dreams |
| Infinite Royale matches | After rolling credits | Random post‑game reward with a low drop rate | Chance for additional items |
Once you have a Whipped Dream, assign it to Swirlix in your bag so it’s held for the trade.
Trade steps (Link Trade and Link Code)
Follow the in‑game path to set up a trade. Local trades require two nearby players; online trades require both players to be connected to the internet.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Press X to open the main menu |
| 2 | Select Link Play |
| 3 | Select Link Trade |
| 4 | Choose Nearby Players (local) or Faraway Players (online) |
| 5 | Enter an 8‑digit Link Code to match with your trade partner |
| 6 | Select your Swirlix that’s holding a Whipped Dream and complete the trade |
Swirlix will evolve into Slurpuff as soon as the trade goes through. If you’re trading over the internet, an active Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for both players. You can start or manage a membership at nintendo.com/switch/online.
Swirlix location in Lumiose City (cafés and spawn behavior)
If you still need a Swirlix, it doesn’t roam the Wild Zones. Look for it around cafés in Lumiose City. It frequently perches on top of food trucks and canopy umbrellas in outdoor seating areas; if a spot lacks a truck, scan the covered tables. Spritzee can appear in the same places, so you may need to return later to cycle the spawns.
| Spot | Area | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Nouveau Café | Southwest Lumiose City | On food trucks; umbrellas in outdoor seating |
| Café Gallant | Near Prism Tower | On food trucks; umbrellas in outdoor seating |
After evolution: in‑world availability
Slurpuff does not appear in the wild and cannot show up as an Alpha. If you want more Slurpuff, repeat the trade‑with‑item method using additional Whipped Dreams.
That’s everything you need: secure a Whipped Dream, make the Link Trade with Swirlix holding it, and line up a quick tradeback if you want to keep your original partner.
