As with previous generations of Pokemon, there are boards specifically for trading and battling with other players for Pokemon Sword/Shield. You can find them at any time using the dropdown in the menu bar for the game or use the links below:
Trading: https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/2000492-pokemon-sword-shield-trading
Battling: https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/2000493-pokemon-sword-shield-battling
Please use the appropriate board for all trading/battling topics. Thank you!
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