Slowpoke Yawn Quest
Complete Guide to Onix Rescue & Bulldoze Unlock
Quest Summary: Restore the Withered Wasteland by building a habitat, creating a path, controlling humidity, performing a rain ritual, and rescuing Onix to unlock the powerful Bulldoze ability.
Your Progress
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2-4 hours
With materials ready
Hard
Complex multi-step quest
Bulldoze
Essential ability unlock
Prerequisites Checklist
Quest Overview
Why This Quest Is Challenging:
- •Requires precise habitat placement in a specific location
- •Demands significant material investment (100+ lumber equivalent)
- •Involves complex environmental mechanics (humidity, rain)
- •Multiple steps must be completed in exact order
- •Easy to make mistakes that waste hours of work
The Reward Is Worth It:
Completing this quest unlocks Bulldoze, one of the most important abilities in the game. Bulldoze allows you to:
- • Clear large rocks blocking paths and resources
- • Access new areas and biomes
- • Unlock additional quests and content
- • Terraform terrain for base building
Build the Slowpoke Habitat
Exact Location
The habitat must be built at the dried-up pond in the center of Withered Wasteland, near the large dead tree.
Step-by-Step Placement:
- Fast travel to Withered Wasteland Pokémon Center
- Head northeast for about 150 meters
- Look for the cracked, dry pond bed with dead vegetation
- The habitat marker should appear when you're in the correct spot
- Place the habitat facing south (toward the water source)
Required Materials:
20x Lumber
= 40 Small Logs
15x Stone
From rock deposits
10x Vine Rope
= 20 Vines
5x Clay
From muddy areas
Common Mistakes:
- ✗Building in the wrong location (quest won't progress)
- ✗Facing the habitat the wrong direction
- ✗Not having enough materials before starting
Build the Wooden Path
Restore Humidity & Vegetation
Perform the Rain Ritual
Rescue Onix & Unlock Bulldoze
Complete Material Summary
Raw Materials Needed:
- Small Logs80+
- Stone15
- Vines20
- Clay5
- Oran Berry Seeds5
- Fertilizer5
Special Items:
- •Castform Charm (from Dream Island)
- •Watering Can (starter tool)
- •50 Life Coins (for Dream Island)
Required Abilities:
- •Chop (Scyther/Heracross/Pinsir)
- •Build (Machop/Machoke)
- •Strength (Machamp/Golem)
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Quest won't progress after building habitat
Possible causes:
- • Habitat is in the wrong location (must be at dried pond)
- • Habitat is facing wrong direction (should face south)
- • You haven't talked to Slowpoke after building
Solution: Demolish and rebuild in correct spot, or interact with Slowpoke.
Can't find the water valve
Solution: The valve is at the very bottom of the stairs. Make sure you've built all 10 stair sets. Look for a stone wheel mechanism on the ground.
Humidity level won't increase
Checklist:
- ✓ Water valve has been turned
- ✓ All 5 Oran Berry trees are planted
- ✓ Trees have been watered
- ✓ Wait 5-10 in-game minutes for humidity to rise
Castform Charm didn't work
Requirements not met:
- • Must be between 6 PM - 4 AM in-game time
- • Weather must be Cloudy (not Clear or Rainy)
- • Must be standing in center of dried pond
- • All previous steps must be completed
Warning: If used incorrectly, you'll need another charm (50 more Life Coins).
Slowpoke won't yawn after rain starts
Solution: Wait for the rain to continue for at least 2 in-game hours. The yawn cutscene triggers automatically. If it still doesn't work, try leaving the area and returning.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this quest take to complete?
With all materials prepared, the quest takes 2-4 hours. However, gathering materials can add another 2-3 hours. The time-gated rain ritual (must wait for cloudy weather at night) can add additional waiting time.
Can I complete this quest solo?
Yes, this is a solo quest. However, having friends help gather materials beforehand can save significant time. The actual quest steps must be completed by you alone.
What happens if I fail the rain ritual?
If you use the Castform Charm at the wrong time or in wrong weather, it will be consumed. You'll need to visit Dream Island again (50 Life Coins) and get another Pikachu Doll to obtain a new charm. Always double-check conditions before using!
Is Bulldoze really that important?
Yes! Bulldoze is essential for game progression. It unlocks access to Rocky Ridges, Crystal Caverns, and several late-game areas. Many quests and resources are locked behind rocks that only Bulldoze can clear. It's considered a "must-have" ability.
Can I redo this quest if I mess up?
The quest itself cannot be reset, but individual steps can be corrected. If you build something in the wrong place, you can demolish and rebuild. The only non-recoverable mistake is wasting the Castform Charm, which requires getting another one from Dream Island.
What's the best order to gather materials?
Start with lumber (takes longest to process). While your Chop Pokémon are working, gather stone, vines, and clay. Get the Castform Charm last, right before you're ready for the ritual. This minimizes waiting time and keeps your inventory organized.
💡 Pro Tips & Time Savers
Before Starting:
- 1.Gather ALL materials before beginning construction
- 2.Check weather forecast for upcoming cloudy nights
- 3.Save 50 Life Coins for Dream Island visit
- 4.Unlock all required transformation abilities first
During Quest:
- ✓Save game before each major step
- ✓Use grid overlay (G key) for precise placement
- ✓Take screenshots of your progress
- ✓Mark locations with custom waypoints
Material Efficiency:
- •Process lumber in batches while doing other tasks
- •Gather 20% extra materials as safety buffer
- •Use material calculator to optimize gathering routes
Common Shortcuts:
- ⚡Fast travel to Pokémon Center, then walk to quest area
- ⚡Buy Oran Seeds from merchant instead of farming
- ⚡Use time skip (sleep) to reach night time faster
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