In Pokemon Legends: Z-A, players collect Mega Shards, but their purpose is not immediately clear.
The game introduces Mega Crystals, which can be shattered to obtain Mega Shards, early on in Lumiose City.
Mega Crystals are described as collections of Mega Energy and are easily spotted as rock-like formations with pink shards.
The true purpose of collecting Mega Shards in Pokemon Legends: Z-A isn’t immediately clear.
Author's summary: Mega Shards usage explained in Pokemon Legends Z-A.