While Shinys are a symbol of a Pokemon’s uniqueness, Marks have added a whole new depth to this concept. They’re back in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, and obtaining a few of them can be harder than finding certain Shiny species.
What Are Marks in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet?
Marks are special ornaments given to Pokémon under certain conditions that give them new titles. Most are granted automatically as soon as the Pokemon is caught, but some are obtained under special conditions. They’re very similar to Ribbons, but the main difference is that most of them are only obtained when catching the Pokemon.
They’ve been introduced in Pokemon Sword and Shield, and all Marks obtained in previous games will still be reflected in further games. You can increase the chances of getting a Mark Pokemon by eating special Sandwiches with Title Power effects, but not all Marks will be affected by it.
Most marks are tied to wild Pokemon only, so hatched Pokemon will never be able to have a few of them.
All Marks in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Listed
There are plenty of Marks to obtain in your Pokemon. If it doesn’t have it when you catch it, it won’t ever be able to receive it. The only exceptions are a few Special Marks, which must be grinded in a certain way.
All Fixed Marks in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
These Marks will always be present in specific Pokemon when you catch them. Those Pokemon might or might not have extra Marks depending on your luck.
| Mark Name | Title | Conditions |
| Alpha Mark | the Former Alpha | Given to former Alpha Pokemon caught in Legends: Arceus. |
| Titan Mark | the Former Titan | Given to former Titan Pokemon once you catch them as regular Pokemon. |
| Mightiest Mark | the Unrivaled | Given to Pokemon caught in 7-star Tera Raids. |
All Catching Marks in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
All wild Pokemon have a chance of having these marks when obtained under the correct conditions. Sometimes, the condition is just catching them and being lucky.
| Mark Name | Title | Conditions |
| Dawn Mark | the Early Riser | Catch a Pokemon during the morning. |
| Lunchtime Mark | the Peckish | Catch a Pokemon during the afternoon. |
| Sleepy-Time Mark | the Sleepy | Catch a Pokemon during the night. |
| Dusk Mark | the Dozy | Catch a Pokemon during the evening. |
| Cloudy Mark | the Cloud Watcher | Catch a Pokemon during cloudy weather. |
| Rainy Mark | the Sodden | Catch a Pokemon during the rain. |
| Stormy Mark | the Thunderstruck | Catch a Pokemon during a thunderstorm. |
| Snowy Mark | the Snow Frolicker | Catch a Pokemon during the snow. |
| Blizzard Mark | the Shivering | Catch a Pokemon during a blizzard. |
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| Sandstorm Mark | the Sandswept | Catch a Pokemon during a sandstorm. |
| Misty Mark | the Mist Drifter | Catch a Pokemon in misty areas. |
| Uncommon Mark | the Sociable | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Rare Mark | the Recluse | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Rowdy Mark | the Rowdy | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Absent-Minded Mark | the Spacey | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Jittery Mark | the Anxious | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Excited Mark | the Giddy | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Charismatic Mark | the Radiant | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Calmness Mark | the Serene | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
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| Intense Mark | the Feisty | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Zoned-Out Mark | the Daydreamer | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Joyful Mark | the Joyful | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Angry Mark | the Furious | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Smiley Mark | the Beaming | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Teary Mark | the Teary-Eyed | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Upbeat Mark | the Chipper | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Peeved Mark | the Grumpy | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Intellectual Mark | the Scholar | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Ferocious Mark | the Rampaging | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
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| Crafty Mark | the Opportunist | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Scowling Mark | the Stern | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Kindly Mark | the Kindhearted | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Flustered Mark | the Easily Flustered | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Pumped-Up Mark | the Driven | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Zero Energy Mark | the Apathetic | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Prideful Mark | the Arrogant | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Unsure Mark | the Reluctant | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Humble Mark | the Humble | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Thorny Mark | the Pompous | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Vigor Mark | the Lively | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
| Slump Mark | the Worn-Out | Randomly given to any caught Pokemon. |
All Special Marks in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
These marks are slightly different from others and have special conditions to show up on your recently caught Pokemon.
| Mark Name | Title | Conditions |
| Partner Mark | the Reliable Partner | Randomly given to Pokemon with 200 Friendship or more. |
| Gourmand Mark | the Gourmet | Randomly given to Pokemon once you make a sandwich. |
| Itemfinder Mark | the Treasure Hunter | Randomly given to Pokemon when they pick up items. |
| Jumbo Mark | the Great | Show a Pokemon with maximum size (scale of 255) to the Hiker in Mesagoza. |
| Mini Mark | the Teeny | Show a Pokemon with minimum size (scale of 0) to the Hiker in Mesagoza. |
| Destiny Mark | the Chosen One | Random chance of being given to any Pokemon caught during your Birthday. |
The Titan Pokemon are automatically eligible for the Jumbo Mark once you catch them.
All Unobtainable Marks in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
These marks are completely unobtainable in Gen IX games, but Pokemon from previous titles (namely Sword and Shield) will display them if they’re transferred. They’re unobtainable due to requiring older mechanics or weather that you can’t find in Paldea.
| Mark Name | Title | Conditions |
| Dry Mark | the Parched | Catch a Pokemon during harsh sunlight. |
| Fishing Mark | the Catch of the Day | Catch a Pokemon after fishing it. |
| Curry Mark | the Curry Connoisseur | Given to Pokemon that approach you after cooking curry. |
