Ultra Balls are essential for catching stronger Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, offering a much higher success rate than regular Poké Balls and Great Balls—perfect for tougher encounters across Lumiose City.

 

 

How to Get Ultra Balls

1. Earn Them From Side Missions

Several side missions reward you with Ultra Balls upon completion. These missions also offer valuable extras like Mega Shards, Scope Lens, and even Pokémon, making them worth completing early.

Mission 40: A Holovator Without Power (Vert District)

Reward: Ultra Ball ×3

Unlock by completing the Canari Quiz Whiz Contest during Main Mission 14.

Mission 54: Get ENERGIZED! (Magenta District)

Reward: Ultra Ball ×3

Unlock after defeating Gwynn during Main Mission 19.

Mission 77: Catch Mawile If You Can (Magenta District)

Reward: Ultra Ball ×20

Unlock once you begin Main Mission 26.

These missions also provide additional rewards like Mega Shards, Scope Lens, and even Pokémon themselves, making them excellent all-around objectives.

 

2. Purchase Them at Pokemon Centers

Once you've progressed far enough in the story to unlock them, you can buy Ultra Balls from the shop inside any Pokémon Center. They cost ₽600 each. While it's a significant investment, it's the most straightforward way to ensure you always have a healthy supply before heading into a dangerous area or hunting for a specific rare Pokémon.

 

3. Scour the Streets of Lumiose

Ultra Balls can also be found scattered across Lumiose City—especially near market stalls, parks, and benches. Keep an eye out while exploring different districts to pick up extra ones along the way.

 

How to Use Ultra Balls Effectively

Lock and Throw Controls

To use an Ultra Ball, lock on with ZL and throw with ZR. While its higher catch rate helps, technique still matters—use the following tips to improve your chances.

 

Tips for Higher Catch Rates

Lower HP first: Damaging the Pokémon makes captures much easier.

Use status effects: Sleep, paralysis, or stun effects dramatically improve catch success.

Sneak attacks matter: Catching from behind gives a small bonus to your throw.

Time your throws: Wait for a moment when the Pokémon is still or distracted.

Ultra Balls are especially valuable when you're trying to catch rare or evolved Pokémon that appear in late-game areas. They also shine during dynamic encounters where Pokémon flee easily—saving you from wasting multiple Great Balls.

 

When to Use Ultra Balls

Save your Ultra Balls for:

High-level wild Pokémon that resist regular Poké Balls.

Rare encounters such as starter evolutions, pseudo-legendaries, or event Pokémon.

Powerful overworld bosses that only appear under special conditions.

For weaker or common Pokémon, stick to Poké Balls or Great Balls to conserve resources.

 

Want to put your Ultra Balls to the test?

Check out our complete guide to all rare Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Z-A to find out where to hunt the city's most elusive creatures.