How to get Exp. Charm in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Teal Mask DLC

Niladri Sarkar
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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet fans are thrilled with the return of the Exp. Charm in the Teal Mask DLC. Here’s how you can get this special item in Kitakami Island and use it in the game.

The Teal Mask DLC of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet marked the return of not just old Pokemon but also some really useful items. One of these returning items is the Exp. Charm, first introduced in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

While veteran players are excited at the opportunity to grab this item in the DLC, those who are new to the game are wondering what the Exp. Charm is all about.

So, regardless of whether you’re a seasoned trainer or a newbie, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the Exp. Charm in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Teal Mask DLC.

What is Exp. Charm in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Teal Mask DLC?

In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, the Exp. Charm is an item that increases the experience points that your Pokemon can get in the game.

You should note that this bonus Exp. does not apply to Exp. Candies and is limited to battles and catching Pokemon.

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Increasing Exp. points help your Pokemon level up quickly.

How to get Exp. Charm in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Teal Mask DLC

You can get Exp. Charm in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Teal Mask DLC by playing the Ogre Oustin’ balloon minigame in the Kitakami Festival of Masks.

The Ogre Oustin’ balloon minigame is a side quest that you can play by tagging along with Kieran and Carmine, alongside your ride Pokemon, Koraidon/Miraidon.

How to play the Ogre Oustin’ minigame in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Teal Mask DLC

Here’s how you can play the Ogre Oustin’ balloon minigame on Kitakami Island:

  1. Reach the Kitakami Hall and approach the Ogre Oustin booth.
  2. Talk to the NPC boasting an Ogerpon mask on the counter to start the minigame,
  3. Hop on to Kiraidon/Miraidon and blast balloons to collect berries.
  4. Deposit these berries on four colored stands to score points. Each color represents one type of berry and can carry a limited amount of them.
  5. Ensure that the berry stands are safe from Munchlax, Skoovet, and Greedent. Press the (R) button to scare them off.
  6. Complete this task before time runs out.

By completing three rounds of this minigame, you can get yourself an Exp. Charm.

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The task for getting an Exp. Charm is of ‘Easy’ level in the Ogre Oustin’ minigame.

How to use Exp. Charm in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Teal Mask DLC

The Exp. Charm is a passive item in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Teal Mask DLC, so you’ll only need to have it in your inventory bag to benefit from its Exp. boosting effects.

And that’s it! This is all you need to know about the Exp. Charm in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Teal Mask DLC. If you’re looking for more content on Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, be sure to check out our other guides:

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About The Author

Niladri is a Writer who specializes in Pokemon Go, Scarlet and Violet, and competitive VGC battles. With more than seven years of experience in copywriting and SEO content writing, Niladri has previously written for Pokémon GO Hub and Smogon. He has been covering Pokemon for CharlieIntel since June 2023. Niladri can be contacted at [email protected].