Sharing is Caring: How to Snag that EXP Share in Pokémon Diamond
Ah, the EXP Share. That magical little keychain that turns your weaker Pokemon into experience-sucking black holes. Training a new team member? Unevolved underdog proving itself in battle? The EXP Share is your best friend. But how do you get your hands on this glorious item in Pokémon Diamond? Well, strap in, trainers, because we're about to embark on a journey that's both thrilling... and requires seeing a bunch of digital creatures.
Method 1: Professor Rowan's Assistant Plays Favorites (But Really Wants You to Be a Pokedex Master)
This method is all about research (or catching a bunch of stuff, whichever sounds more exciting). You see, Professor Rowan's assistant is apparently a big fan of the Pokedex. Fill those pages with information on at least 35 different Pokémon (gotta catch 'em all... or at least see 'em all) and then head back to the Eterna City Gate (that fancy entrance thingy past Cycling Road). There, you'll find the aforementioned assistant practically bursting to give you an EXP Share.
Pro Tip: Exploring new areas and battling wild Pokemon is a surefire way to see new creatures. But if you're feeling a bit peckish (or your encounter rate is mysteriously low), grabbing a bite at the restaurant in Sandgem Town can temporarily boost your chances of a wild Pokemon encounter. More encounters, more Pokemon seen... you get the drill.
Method 2: The Daily Lotto: Where Dreams are Made (and EXP Shares are Won... Maybe)
This method involves a little bit of luck and a whole lot of hoping you don't accidentally buy laxatives instead of lottery tickets (trust me, it's happened). Head to the Jubilife City TV Station and tune in to the Daily Lotto. If the last three digits of your Trainer ID number match the winning numbers, BAM! EXP Share is yours.
Now, here's the not-so-fun part: The odds of this happening are roughly the same as finding a shiny Pokemon in the tall grass without any fancy tricks. So, this method is best attempted if you're feeling particularly lucky, or if you have a lot of free time (and possibly a very patient Pikachu).
The Choice is Yours, Trainer!
So there you have it, future Poke Masters! Will you diligently fill your Pokedex or tempt fate with the Daily Lotto? No matter which method you choose, remember: patience is a virtue, and sometimes, catching a Pidgey for the 50th time is a small price to pay for a happy EXP-guzzling team. Now get out there and explore!