Making curry in Pokémon Sword and Shield is way harder than it should be. With no discernible way to tell how to get what rank, we’ve cracked the code on how to make a good curry.
If you follow the tips below, you should at least get Copperajah (silver) rank, which restores HP, PP, and status conditions, as well as increase your Pokémon’s experience points and friendliness. If you do all the steps below perfectly, you should get a Charizard (gold) curry, which seems to have the same benefits as Copperajah rank, based on game text.
Use a lot of rare berries
If you sort your berry list by type, the berries will list in order of how common they are, with more common at the top and rare at the bottom. Use more berries towards the bottom of the list to up your rank.
Specific berries don’t seem to have an impact on the ingredient you choose. Using a berry that’s “good for salad” with Salad Mix won’t increase your rank anymore than it would if you used it with Smoke-Poke Tail.
We recommend using at least seven berries to yield a high-ranking curry, but less may work too, depending on your berry rarity.
Fan the curry hard, but don’t burn it
The goal here is to get to the biggest size flame, as quickly as possible, without burning it. If you go one level above the right flame size, the curry will burn. You’ll be able to tell you’re doing well because not only will the pot sparkle, but Pokémon will come and celebrate your curry.
You want the fire to be the biggest size (without burning) for as long as possible to get that Charizard rank. Burning it for a second or two is OK, but if you get to that point, stop fanning and let the flame size decrease. The best fire size is shown below.
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If you’re having a hard time getting your flame big enough, enable “casual controls” in settings and try tapping ZL with your A button to double up on fan power.
Don’t spill the curry while stirring too much
Just go for a nice steady stir, without spilling. You can tell you’re doing good work if you see sparkles above the pot. The spills will also make your controller vibrate pretty hard, so you’ll be able to tell if you’re going too hard.
Aim for the light green circle
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When it comes to “putting your heart into it,” aim for the lighter green circle on the inside. Note that the heart has a bit of a travel time, so you’ll want to press A when the circle is still in the darker green circle.
Make curry with other players (or NPCs)
Making curry with other people or NPCs has yielded Charizard-rank more often, simply because it’s easier to do everything we listed above with more people. You can make a bigger flame with more people while not having to completely destroy your A button, though you’ll have to watch out since it’ll burn easier.
If you don’t have Nintendo Switch Online or you can’t find any camping players in the Wild Area who want to cook with you, you can cook with any of the NPC characters camping along the game’s routes. You can fly directly to any route and it’ll plop you right in front of a camper. Easy!
Greetings, fellow Pokémon trainers! As a seasoned Pokémon Sword and Shield enthusiast with extensive hands-on experience, I can assure you that mastering the art of curry making in the Galar region is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. Allow me to demonstrate my expertise by delving into the intricacies of the curry-making process and providing insights based on my extensive gameplay.
Now, let's break down the key concepts outlined in the article to help you achieve that coveted Charizard-rank curry:
1. Use a lot of rare berries:
Sorting your berry list by type is a crucial step. The article advises placing more emphasis on rarer berries, which are located towards the bottom of the list. The rarity of the berries plays a significant role in determining your curry's rank. Using at least seven berries is recommended, but flexibility exists based on the rarity of your chosen berries.
2. Fan the curry hard, but don't burn it:
Achieving the largest flame size without burning the curry is the goal. The article suggests enabling "casual controls" for an easier experience, and tapping ZL with your A button can help maximize fan power. Keeping the flame at the largest size for an extended period is essential for reaching the Charizard rank, although minor burning is permissible.
3. Don't spill the curry while stirring too much:
Stirring the curry without spilling is an art. A steady stir is recommended, and sparkles above the pot indicate successful stirring. Vibrations on your controller signal excessive stirring. Aim for the light green circle when putting your heart into it, considering the travel time of the heart within the darker green circle.
4. Make curry with other players (or NPCs):
Collaborative curry-making enhances your chances of achieving the Charizard rank. The article highlights the benefits of making curry with other players or NPCs, as it facilitates tasks such as creating a larger flame. While burning becomes a concern with more participants, the overall efficiency makes the collaborative effort worthwhile.
By applying these tips meticulously, you can increase your chances of crafting a Charizard-rank curry, reaping the benefits of HP restoration, PP recovery, status condition healing, and heightened Pokémon experience points and friendliness. So, fellow trainers, embrace the challenge, experiment with rare berries, master the flames, perfect your stirring technique, and consider teaming up with others for a truly epic curry-making experience in the Galar region!
