December 19, 2022

January 2023 Community Day: Chespin Trainers, We’re excited to announce that Chespin, the Spiny Nut Pokemon, will be featured during January 2023 Community Day! Featured Pokemon Chespin will appear more frequently in the wild. Also, for the first time in Pokemon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Chespin—if you’re lucky! Featured attack Evolve Quilladin (Chespin’s Evolution) during the event or up to five hours afterward to get a Chesnaught that knows the Charged Attack Frenzy Plant. Trainer Battles: 100 power Gyms and raids: 100 power Community Day Special Research story: Quality Quills For US$1.00 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access the Chespin Community Day–exclusive Special Research story, Quality Quills Stay tuned for when tickets for the Special Research story go live. Don’t forget: you’re now able to purchase and gift tickets to any of your friends that you’ve achieved a Friendship level of Great Friends or higher with.* To gift a ticket, tap the Special Research ticket in the in-game shop, then tap the Gift button instead of the Buy button. Tickets are nonrefundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service). Please note that this Special Research will not include an in-game medal. Event Bonuses 2× Candy for catching Pokemon. 2× chance for Trainers level 31 and up to receive Candy XL from catching Pokemon. 1/4 Egg Hatch Distance when Eggs are placed in an Incubator during the event period. Lure Modules activated during the event will last for three hours. Incense (excluding Daily Adventure Incense) activated during the event will last for three hours. Take a few snapshots during Community Day for a surprise! One additional Special Trade can be made, for a maximum of two for the day.* Trades made during the event will require 50% less Stardust.* Bonus Raid Battles after Community Day After the three-hour Community Day event ends, Trainers will be able to take on special four-star Raid Battles. Claiming victory in one of these raids will cause more Chespin to appear around the Gym that hosted the raid for 30 minutes! Four-star Raid Battles Quilladin will appear in four-star raids! You can only join these raids using Raid Passes and Premium Battle Passes. Remote Raid Passes cannot be used to join these raids. Bonus for completing four-star Raid Battles Once you successfully complete a four-star Raid Battle against Quilladin, Chespin will appear around the Gym that hosted the raid for 30 minutes. If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!* *Chespin that appear under these circumstances will have the same chance of appearing as a Shiny Pokemon as those that appear during January Community Day’s three-hour event period. Stickers You’ll be able to get event-themed stickers by spinning PokéStops, opening Gifts, and purchasing them from the in-game shop. Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokemon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt-in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated. —The Pokemon GO team Source: Official Pokemon GO blog

Discover New Pokemon in Pokemon GO: Scatterbug, Spewpa, and Vivillon Introduction Pokemon GO players can rejoice as Niantic has recently announced the arrival of new Pokemon in the game. Say hello to Scatterbug, Spewpa, and Vivillon! These beautiful creatures are known for their intricate wing patterns, and trainers now have the opportunity to collect them from different regions of the world. In this article, we will explore the details of how to obtain these Pokemon and the various patterns they come in. Collect Postcards for Vivillon Patterns Trainers can acquire Vivillon with different patterns by pinning Postcards from their friends or the Postcards obtained from PokéStops or Gyms. By pinning Postcards from eligible regions, you unlock the Vivillon Collector medal and make progress on sub-medals associated with the origin of the Postcard. As you progress on these sub-medals, you will earn encounters with Scatterbug, which can evolve into different patterned Vivillon. To evolve Scatterbug into Spewpa, you will need 25 Scatterbug Candy, and to evolve Spewpa into Vivillon, you will need 100 Scatterbug Candy. Discovering Vivillon Patterns Vivillon’s wing patterns are influenced by the climate of their habitats. Currently, Pokemon GO features 18 different Vivillon patterns, each associated with a specific habitat. These patterns range from Archipelago to Tundra. To explore the various Vivillon patterns available, you can refer to the Vivillon Map in the Pokédex or the Vivillon Collector medal page. Unleash the Collector in You Tracking Vivillon Patterns To help trainers keep track of their Vivillon pattern collection, Niantic has introduced the Vivillon Collector medal. Whenever you pin a Postcard, you unlock this medal and receive a brief explanation of how to encounter Scatterbug. Additionally, trainers can collect sub-medals within the Vivillon Collector medal by pinning Postcards. These sub-medals are associated with different Vivillon pattern regions, and by collecting them, trainers can encounter Scatterbug from around the world. Pin Your Own Postcards Trainers can pin up to three of their own Postcards per day to make progress toward the Vivillon Collector medal. Each sub-medal requires collecting a specific number of Postcards associated with the Vivillon patterns. As trainers complete a sub-medal, they can continue progressing to higher ranks by gathering more Postcards and earn additional encounters with Scatterbug. It is worth noting that the number of Postcards needed to raise the sub-medal rank increases with each rank achieved. FAQs Q1: How can I get Scatterbug Candy to evolve my Pokemon? A1: You can obtain Scatterbug Candy by catching Scatterbug, Spewpa, and Vivillon. Additionally, you may receive Scatterbug Candy as rewards for completing certain in-game tasks. Q2: Can I find Vivillon patterns in the wild, or do I need to pin Postcards? A2: Vivillon patterns are not found in the wild. To obtain Vivillon with different patterns, you’ll need to pin Postcards from various regions of the world. Q3: How many patterned Vivillon are there in Pokemon GO? A3: Currently, there are 18 different Vivillon patterns available in Pokemon GO. Each pattern corresponds to a specific habitat and is influenced by the climate of that region. Q4: Can I trade patterned Vivillon with other trainers? A4: Yes, you can trade patterned Vivillon with other trainers, allowing both parties to expand their collections and discover new patterns. Q5: Are there any upcoming events related to Scatterbug, Spewpa, or Vivillon? A5: While no specific events have been announced at the moment, Niantic frequently introduces new events and content for Pokemon GO players. Keep an eye out for any future announcements to make the most of these Pokemon and their patterns! Conclusion With the introduction of Scatterbug, Spewpa, and Vivillon, Pokemon GO trainers have the opportunity to embark on an exciting journey to collect different patterned Vivillon. By pinning Postcards from various regions, trainers can unlock the Vivillon Collector medal and make progress toward encountering Scatterbug. The climate of each habitat influences the patterns of Vivillon, resulting in 18 unique patterns in the game. So, get ready to immerse yourself in the world of vibrant and diverse Vivillon patterns, connect with friends, and expand your Pokemon collection like never before! Source: Pokemon.com