In Pokmon Violet, capturing legendary Pokmon like Zekrom involves a visual cue called a “catch ring.” This ring, which contracts and changes color, represents the capture difficulty. A smaller ring, especially when coupled with a critical capture animation where the ring shakes violently, signifies a higher probability of a successful capture. The color of the ring, ranging from green (easiest) to red (most difficult), also indicates catch rate. A small, shaking, green ring represents the ideal scenario for capturing Zekrom.
Understanding this mechanic is crucial for optimizing capture strategies. While factors like status effects (sleep, paralysis) and Pokball type increase the base catch rate, mastering the timing to throw a Pokball when the ring is at its smallest point maximizes the chances of success, even against challenging legendary Pokmon. This knowledge can save players valuable time and resources, especially in challenging rematches or limited-encounter scenarios.
