Last updated: 2026-10-04 UTC A Pokemon's shininess depends on your Trainer ID (TID) and Secret ID (SID). Your TID is on your trainer card, but your SID is hidden.
Real Time Suggestions (Retail)
First you'll need your SID. Once you have it, you're ready for a shiny!
Emerald
Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum
Freeze Time Suggestions (Emulator)
Your overlay shows your TID and SID, so you can skip straight to the fun part!
Emerald
Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon