Get ready for Season 6! The ranked battles in Pokémon Legends: Z-A kick off on January 29, 2026, with the brand-new Swampertite as the top prize. Season 6 also offers a special chance to collect all the Mega Stones from previous seasons. Whether you're a new or returning trainer, this guide covers the rewards, rules, and strategies you need to know.

Season Schedule

Mark your calendars for the key dates:

Start: January 29, 2026, at 06:00 UTC

End: February 19, 2026, at 01:59 UTC

Duration: Nearly three weeks of competition.

All Rank-Up Rewards

As you climb the ranks, you'll earn special items. The main attractions are the Mega Stones:

• Rank Y: Earn the Greninjite, the Mega Stone for Greninja.
• Rank X: Unlock the Delphoxite for Delphox.
• Rank W: Claim the Chesnaughtite for Chesnaught.
• Rank V: Receive the Baxcalibrite for Baxcalibur.
• Rank U: Obtain the Sceptilite for Sceptile.
• Rank S: Reach this milestone to get the season's premier new item: the Swampertite for Swampert.

Lower ranks also grant useful items like Dream Balls and Experience Candy. For trainers looking to accelerate their progress or complete their item collection even faster, pkmza provides secure access to a wide range of essential in-game held items.

End-of-Season Prizes

After the season ends, you get bonus rewards based on your final rank. Higher rank means better items.

Rank A Rewards

3 Gold Bottle Caps

5 Silver Bottle Caps

3 Master Seeds

1 Big Nugget

Rank B–E Rewards

2 Gold Bottle Caps

3 Silver Bottle Caps

2 Master Seeds

2 Nuggets

Rank F–I Rewards

1 Gold Bottle Cap

2 Silver Bottle Caps

1 Master Seed

2 Nuggets

Rank J–M Rewards

1 Silver Bottle Cap

1 Master Seed

2 Nuggets

Rank N–R Rewards

1 Master Seed

1 Nugget

Rank S & Below

1 Nugget (Requires at least 1 battle played)

Battle Format & Rules

Season 6 uses a special 4-player free-for-all format. Key rules:

Match Time: Each battle lasts only 3 minutes.

Eligible Pokémon: Includes every species found in the Lumiose Pokédex (No. 001–232) and the Hyperspace Pokédex (No. 001–132). Building the strongest legal team starts with having the right Pokémon. If your Pokédex has gaps, pkmza provides solutions to help you complete your roster.

Big Change: You can now include one "Restricted" Legendary on your team. This includes powerhouses like Xerneas, Yveltal, Mewtwo, Kyogre, Groudon, and Rayquaza.

Levels: All Pokémon are set to Lv. 50 for battles.

Team Rules: No duplicate Pokémon or held items.

How to Join

Participating is simple:

First, unlock the Z-A Battle Club by progressing in the main story.

In-game, press X, select "Connect & Play".

Choose "Ranked Battles" to enter matchmaking.

3 Key Winning Tips

The chaotic 4-player format needs smart play.

Go for First Actions. Earn bonus points for dealing the first damage, getting the final hit, or being the first to Mega Evolve. These points help you rank up faster.

Grab the Field Buffs. Colored orbs appear during battle. Grabbing them first gives your whole team a heal or stat boost. Control these to swing the match.

Build a Meta-Ready Team. With Mega Swampert and Legendaries allowed, prepare strong counters. Include moves that hit multiple foes, as you'll face three opponents at once.

Final Thoughts

Season 6 is the ultimate challenge and collection opportunity. The new Swampertite and last chance for past Mega Stones make it a must-play.

Test your skills, complete your collection, and climb the ladder when Season 6 begins on January 29th!