How To Get Regice In Pokemon Sword And What You Need

Pokemon Sword players exploring The Crown Tundra expansion will eventually come across the mysterious ancient ruins housing the Legendary Titans. Among these legendary giants is Regice, the Iceberg Pokemon, which requires solving a specific puzzle before you can initiate battle. Knowing where to locate its shrine and preparing the necessary items ahead of time will save you valuable effort.

Prerequisites for Encountering Regice in The Crown Tundra

Before attempting to catch Regice, you must gain access to The Crown Tundra DLC area in Pokemon Sword. Once you arrive at the Crown Tundra station, follow Peony's storyline until he gives you Legendary Clues to investigate. You will specifically need to track down the clues regarding the Legendary Giants hidden in ruins across the region.

Locating the Iceberg Ruins

The Iceberg Ruins where Regice resides can be found within the Slippery Slope area of the tundra. Navigate down the snowy hills towards the northern side until you spot the massive stone temple structure surrounded by snow. Approach the front door of the temple to read the inscription etched onto the entrance.

Solving the Door Puzzle to Unlock the Shrine

To open the door of the Iceberg Ruins, you must solve a specific riddle presented at the entrance. The riddle instructs you to walk with a living legend of ice, requiring a Cryogonal to lead your party. Place Cryogonal as the first Pokemon in your party lineup and interact with the entrance door to make it slide open.

Preparing Your Team for the Regice Battle

Regice is a pure Ice-type Legendary Pokemon that spawns at level 70 with formidable defensive stats. Bring a solid team equipped with Fire, Fighting, Rock, or Steel-type moves to lower its health safely without knocking it out. Stock up on Ultra Balls, Dusk Balls, or Timer Balls along with status-inflicting moves like Paralysis or Sleep to improve your capture chances.