Catch ‘Em All: A Comprehensive Guide to Evolving Eevee into All Its Forms in Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum

Eevee, the Evolution Pokémon, is a fan favorite for a reason. Its unique ability to evolve into eight different forms (or “Eeveelutions”) makes it a highly sought-after Pokémon in any game. While Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum predate the existence of all of Eevee’s evolutions, you can still acquire the first five: Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, and Umbreon. This guide will take you step-by-step through how to obtain and evolve Eevee into each of these available forms, offering comprehensive instructions and tips to make the process as smooth as possible.

Acquiring Eevee

First and foremost, you need to get your hands on an Eevee! Unlike some Pokémon, Eevee isn’t found roaming in the wild in Diamond, Pearl, or Platinum. Instead, you’ll receive it as a gift from a specific NPC.

Location: Hearthome City

The Eevee you’ll be obtaining is gifted by Bebe, a Pokémon Breeder, who lives in a house next to the Pokémon Center in Hearthome City. This house is found to the left of the Pokemon Center if facing it. Bebe is introduced to the player through Rowan before you arrive in Hearthome and after you complete the events at Route 209.

Steps to Obtain Eevee:

1. Progress through the Game: You must have reached Hearthome City, this generally occurs shortly after obtaining the second gym badge.
2. Visit Bebe’s House: Enter the house to the left of the Pokémon Center.
3. Talk to Bebe: She will greet you and mention that she has been studying Eevee. She will then offer to give you one.
4. Accept the Eevee: Select ‘Yes’ to receive your Eevee.

Once you have your Eevee, you’re ready to begin the exciting journey of evolution! Remember you can only get one Eevee in the games. If you want all the evolutions you will need to breed it.

Evolution Methods: Overview

Eevee’s evolutions are triggered by various methods, each involving specific conditions or items. These methods include the use of elemental stones, time-based evolution, and friendship level. Here’s a quick overview of how each of the first five Eeveelutions available in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum are achieved:

• Vaporeon: Use a Water Stone on Eevee.
• Jolteon: Use a Thunder Stone on Eevee.
• Flareon: Use a Fire Stone on Eevee.
• Espeon: Evolve Eevee with high friendship during the day.
• Umbreon: Evolve Eevee with high friendship during the night.

Detailed Guide to Each Eeveelution

Now, let’s dive into the specifics of evolving Eevee into each of its available forms in Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum:

1. Vaporeon (Water-type)

Vaporeon, the Bubble Jet Pokémon, is an aquatic beauty, known for its graceful movements and water-based abilities. To obtain Vaporeon, you’ll need a Water Stone.

Obtaining a Water Stone:

There are several ways to acquire Water Stones in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum:

• Underground Exploration: Water Stones can be found in the Underground, a subterranean area that you can access using the Explorer Kit. You will need to dig in certain areas and these stones are not easy to find.
• Route 213: A Water Stone can be found near the rocky cliffs just east of Pastoria City. Follow the beach area south from Pastoria until you reach the rocky cliffs. Search the ground around them. It is often hidden so use a dowsing app.
• Solaceon Ruins: Another Water Stone is located in the central chamber of the Solaceon Ruins. You will need Surf to access the chamber. Head to the southeast of the ruins and surf into the building. The Water Stone is found near a wall.
• Pickup Ability: Certain Pokemon with the Pickup ability, such as Aipom, Munchlax, and Meowth, have a chance of holding a Water Stone after a battle, though the drop rate is very low.

Evolving into Vaporeon:

1. Obtain a Water Stone: Refer to the methods above.
2. Use the Water Stone on Eevee: Select the Water Stone from your bag and use it on your Eevee. The game will ask you if you want to evolve it, select yes.

Congratulations, you now have a Vaporeon!

2. Jolteon (Electric-type)

Jolteon, the Lightning Pokémon, is known for its electrifying speed and sharp quills. To get Jolteon, you’ll need a Thunder Stone.

Obtaining a Thunder Stone:

Like Water Stones, Thunder Stones can be found in a few places:

• Underground Exploration: Similar to the Water Stone, Thunder Stones can be found while mining in the Underground, though they can be quite rare.
• Route 229: The east of the Battle Zone has a Thunder Stone that is accessible with Surf. Head north along the right hand side of the route, surfing to the island, and picking the item up in the corner.
• Pickup Ability: Pokemon with Pickup ability have a very rare chance of finding this stone after a battle.

Evolving into Jolteon:

1. Obtain a Thunder Stone: Refer to the methods above.
2. Use the Thunder Stone on Eevee: Select the Thunder Stone from your bag and use it on your Eevee.

Well done, you now have a Jolteon!

3. Flareon (Fire-type)

Flareon, the Flame Pokémon, is known for its fluffy fur and intense fire abilities. You guessed it – you’ll need a Fire Stone to evolve Eevee into Flareon.

Obtaining a Fire Stone:

Fire Stones can be found in several locations:

• Underground Exploration: This is where Fire Stones are most commonly found while digging.
• Fuego Ironworks: There is a hidden Fire Stone on the eastern side of the Fuego Ironworks. You must use the Dowsing Machine in order to locate this stone near the water.
• Pickup Ability: Pokemon with the Pickup ability may rarely obtain one after a battle.

Evolving into Flareon:

1. Obtain a Fire Stone: Refer to the methods above.
2. Use the Fire Stone on Eevee: Select the Fire Stone from your bag and use it on your Eevee.

Excellent, you now have a Flareon!

4. Espeon (Psychic-type)

Espeon, the Sun Pokémon, is a graceful and intelligent Psychic-type known for its deep purple fur and psychic prowess. Unlike the previous evolutions, Espeon evolves based on friendship and time.

Increasing Friendship:

Friendship in Pokémon games, sometimes referred to as “Happiness,” is a hidden stat that influences certain evolutions. To increase your Eevee’s friendship, you can do the following:

• Walking with Eevee: The more you walk with Eevee in your party, the happier it will become.
• Battling with Eevee: Participating in battles and winning with Eevee will gradually boost its friendship level. Make sure the Eevee is not knocked out in battle.
• Giving Eevee Berries: Certain berries, particularly those that remove stat points, can boost happiness. You need to use these carefully.
• Avoid Knocking Out Eevee: Fainting in battle decreases friendship.
• Massages: In Veilstone City there is a woman who offers Pokemon massages, these will greatly improve friendship when done once per day.
• Vitamin Boosters: Using items such as proteins or zinc will increase friendship.
• Keep Eevee in your party: When you win battles make sure the Eevee is not fainted and in your party. This will gradually improve its happiness.

Checking Friendship:

You can check your Eevee’s friendship level with the Friendship Checker app on your Pokétch. The Pokétch has several apps, if you do not have this app then make sure to return to Eterna City and receive it from the NPC near the Pokémon Center. The Friendship Checker will show your Eevee’s happiness via the size of the hearts it gives. Two large hearts indicate that it is happy enough to evolve.

Evolving into Espeon:

1. Increase Eevee’s Friendship: Follow the steps above to raise its friendship.
2. Evolve During the Day: Level Eevee up during the daytime. The day hours are 06:00 – 17:59 in-game time. Any level up will initiate the evolution if the friendship is high enough.

Fantastic, you now have an Espeon!

5. Umbreon (Dark-type)

Umbreon, the Moonlight Pokémon, is known for its sleek black fur and luminous rings. Similar to Espeon, Umbreon also evolves based on friendship but during the night.

Increasing Friendship:

Use the same methods described for Espeon to increase your Eevee’s friendship.

Evolving into Umbreon:

1. Increase Eevee’s Friendship: Follow the steps above to raise its friendship.
2. Evolve During the Night: Level Eevee up during the night time. The night hours are 18:00 – 05:59 in-game time. Any level up will initiate the evolution if the friendship is high enough.

Amazing, you now have an Umbreon!

Breeding Eevee for Multiple Evolutions

Since you only receive one Eevee from Bebe, you’ll need to breed it if you want multiple Eeveelutions. To breed Eevee, follow these steps:

1. Obtain a Ditto: Ditto is a versatile Pokémon that can breed with almost any Pokémon. You can catch Ditto in Route 218, Route 219, and Route 224, or in the Trophy Garden. You could also breed with other Eevee evolutions if you have them.
2. Visit the Pokémon Day Care: The Pokémon Day Care is located on Route 208, east of Hearthome City.
3. Leave Eevee and Ditto: Deposit your Eevee and Ditto into the Day Care. Alternatively you could deposit one male Eevee with a female Eevee evolution, or the other way around.
4. Wait for an Egg: Walk around for a bit or play the game as normal. The Day Care man will face the gate to show an egg is present.
5. Collect the Egg: Talk to the Day Care man to receive the Eevee egg.
6. Hatch the Egg: Place the egg in your party and walk until the egg hatches into a new Eevee.

Repeat this process as many times as you need to get enough Eevee to obtain each of its available evolutions. Remember, you may get multiple male/female versions of the Eevee. The gender of the Eevee will not affect its evolution.

Tips for Success

• Patience is Key: Evolving Eevee, especially Espeon and Umbreon, can take some time. Don’t rush the process, enjoy the journey!
• Use the Pokétch: The Pokétch applications are incredibly helpful. The Dowsing Machine can help locate hidden items, and the Friendship Checker will let you know when your Eevee is happy.
• Explore Thoroughly: Search every nook and cranny when looking for stones. They can sometimes be hidden in the least obvious places.
• Save Often: Before initiating an evolution, save your game. That way if anything goes wrong, you can easily reset.
• Take advantage of Time of Day: Make sure to pay attention to when the day/night cycle changes if trying to evolve Espeon or Umbreon, use the day/night cycle in-game as a reminder.
• Use the Pickup Ability: If you have Pokemon with Pickup, then add them to your team, this can reduce time spent mining in the underground.

Conclusion

Evolving Eevee into Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, and Umbreon in Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum is a rewarding experience that requires patience, exploration, and dedication. By following the detailed steps in this guide, you’ll be able to expand your Pokémon collection and add these unique and powerful evolutions to your team. Happy hunting, and may your Eevee always find the perfect form!