Codex

Evolution Crosswalk Guide

The crosswalk connects evolution names, icons, affinities, build pages, and player search phrases.

Answer first

The crosswalk connects evolution names, icons, affinities, build pages, and player search phrases.

Codex and wiki quick answer

Use Codex pages as trackers rather than single-source truth. They connect evolutions, genetics, achievements, challenges, and animals back to playable routes.

Patch-sensitive totals should stay tied to Steam, official news, and the in-game Codex instead of unverified third-party trophy pages.

Run checklist

  1. Open the evolution index for exact page links, then use this page to decide which build family the card belongs to.
  2. Use the current public eight-branch list as the baseline, then keep extra lockout terms patch-sensitive unless a newer official source adds them.
  3. When a localized name is missing, keep the English name visible so players can match screenshots.
  4. Route pages should link back to the individual evolution page rather than duplicate the same explanation.

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How to verify

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Evidence and verification

The links below support specific dated claims, mechanics, or player-route observations on this page; after a patch, use the current in-game text for exact values.

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