Sylveon

Overview

Sylveon is a Fairy-type Pokemon in Pokemon Pokopia, classified as the Intertwining Pokemon (Dex #288). Sylveon is one of eight Eeveelutions available in the game, representing the Fairy-type branch of the Eevee family. It carries the Hype specialty, which means it will start dancing when it hears music, improving the mood of the surrounding area.

Sylveon is one of the more accessible Eeveelutions to unlock because its Special Challenge only requires encountering 10 different Pokemon in Palette Town, something that happens naturally through regular exploration.

Habitat

Sylveon can be found at one habitat exclusive to Palette Town.

Lovely Ribbon Cake

An adorable cake-themed habitat decorated with ribbons. This sweet habitat attracts Fairy-type Pokemon that enjoy cute and warm environments.

Sylveon is a Common visitor at the Lovely Ribbon Cake habitat. Like all Eeveelution habitats, the recipe follows the standard pattern of one seat, one table, and one unique food item. The Ribbon Cake is the key ingredient.

How to Unlock

To unlock the Ribbon Cake food item needed for Sylveon's habitat, you must complete the "Find more Pokemon!" Special Challenge in Palette Town. This challenge requires you to encounter 10 different Pokemon in Palette Town.

This is one of the friendliest unlock conditions among the Eeveelutions. If you have been actively exploring Palette Town and building habitats for other Pokemon, you will likely hit 10 encounters quickly. Check your Pokedex to see which species you have already met in Palette Town and consult the Habitat Dex to identify any habitats you have not yet built.

How to Befriend

After unlocking the Ribbon Cake food item, build the Lovely Ribbon Cake habitat by placing one Seat, one Table, and Ribbon Cake near each other in Palette Town. Sylveon is a Common visitor, so it should appear without a long wait. Walk up and interact with it to befriend it.

Specialties

Hype

Sylveon has the Hype specialty. Pokemon with the Hype specialty will start dancing when they hear music nearby, improving the mood of the entire area. This pairs well with music-related furniture like Speakers, Music Mats, and DJ Rotom setups. Place Sylveon near a music source and it will boost the atmosphere across your island.

Preferences

Sylveon prefers warm environments. Decorate near its habitat with cute items, nature elements, and fabric-based furniture to raise its Comfort Level. Its taste for Sweet-flavored foods means Sweet berries and pastries are the best gift choices.

Locations

Pokedex Information

Related Pokemon

Sylveon is one of eight Eeveelutions in Pokopia. All Eeveelutions are exclusive to Palette Town and each requires its own unique habitat. For a complete guide to finding every member of the Eevee family, see the Eevee and Eeveelutions article. For details on the Special Challenges needed to unlock each Eeveelution habitat, see Eeveelution Challenges.

The other Eeveelutions include Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, and Glaceon. Each one has a different specialty and habitat food item.

Tips

• Sylveon has the easiest unlock condition of all the Eeveelutions. If you build a few habitats and explore Palette Town naturally, you will encounter 10 different Pokemon quickly.

• The Hype specialty is fun but situational. It is most effective when combined with music furniture in high-traffic areas of your island where the mood boost benefits multiple Pokemon.

• Sylveon's preference for "Cute stuff" and "Fabric" makes ribbon and plush-themed decorations ideal companions for its habitat.

• Pair Sylveon with a DJ Rotom setup for maximum effect. The music from the DJ station triggers Sylveon's Hype specialty, creating a lively atmosphere.