Pokemon have always had many different ways to evolve, all depending on the species. Some evolve through leveling up, which is the norm, but some Pokemon evolve through special items, unique methods, and even by becoming close to the trainer, which is how a Pokemon like Eevee can evolve into Umbreon, Espeon, or Sylveon.
Increasing a Pokemon's friendship levels in Scarlet & Violet can be done in multiple ways, but the best way to ensure a Pokemon becomes close to the trainer is by keeping it in the party and making sure it doesn't faint in battle. As long as it levels up, it'll become friendlier. However, there is a special item in Pokemon games that can be held by Pokemon to make them become friendlier faster. And that item is called the Soothe Bell. This guide will show players where to get Soothe Bells in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet.
Soothe Bell Locations in Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet
Delibird Presents Shops
Luckily, the Soothe Bell item can be purchased at several shops around the Paldea region. The most accessible location where players can buy a Soothe Bell is at the Delibird Presents shop in Mesagoza. The location of the shop will be marked on the map below, and players can grab it for 5000 Poke Dollars.
Also, the item can be purchased at two other Delibird Presents stores: one in Levincia and one in Cascarrafa. The item will cost the same price, so it doesn't matter where players go to buy it. The Levincia and Cascarrafa Delibird Presents locations can be seen below:
Levincia
Cascarrafa
Shop items might be tied to progress in the story, so if players are finding that the item is currently not in the shop, try getting some more badges to unlock more purchasable shop items.
Players can also find the Soothe Bell as a ground pick-up in Mesagoza by checking out the plaza that's a few steps west of the Mesagoza (East) Pokemon Center. Players can see its location in the image below.
It's worth grabbing this since players won't need to spend 5000 Poke Dollars at the shop and can save some cash.
Pokemon That Evolve Through Friendship
For players wondering which Pokemon should hold onto the Soothe Bell, here's a handy list of all Pokemon in Scarlet and Violet that evolve through friendship:
- Pichu
- Eevee
- Chansey
- Igglybuff
- Azurill
- Snom
- Riolu
Pokemon Scarlet & Violet are available for the Nintendo Switch.