Upcoming Pokemon GO Event Adding 2 New Paldean Pokemon

Pokémon GO's Fashion Week: Taken Over event, launching January 15th, introduces Shroodle and Grafaiai, the Gen IX Pokémon, to the game. This event, running until January 19th at 8 PM local time, offers a variety of activities beyond these new additions.

Shroodle, a Poison/Normal type, will hatch from 12 km Eggs, evolving into Grafaiai with 50 Shroodle Candy. Team GO Rocket's presence increases, offering opportunities to help Shadow Pokémon forget Frustration using Charged TMs. Snapshot enthusiasts might encounter a fashionably dressed Croagunk.

Event Highlights:

• New Pokémon: Shroodle (12km Eggs), Grafaiai (evolution)
• Surprise Encounter: Croagunk (fashion-themed)
• Increased Team GO Rocket Encounters: PokeStops and Balloons
• Charged TM Utility: Remove Frustration from Shadow Pokémon

Event Additions:

• Special Research: Rescue Shadow Palkia.
• Field Research: Yields Mysterious Components, Charged TMs, and Fast TMs.
• Collection Challenges & Showcases: Event-themed activities.
• In-game Shop Bundle: 300 Coins for an Incubator, Rocket Radar, and Premium Battle Pass.

Shadow Pokémon Encounters:

• Wild Encounters: Taillow, Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott, Trubbish, Bunnelby.
• One-Star Raids: Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Totodile, Ralts.
• Three-Star Raids: Electabuzz, Magmar, Wobbuffet. Remote Raid Passes are usable.

The event also features numerous bonuses and challenges, ensuring a busy few days for Pokémon GO trainers. Further events are planned, including the Corviknight line debut on January 21st, a Shadow Raid Day, and a Ralts Community Day on January 25th.