Do event Pokemon mean anything?

Event Pokémon, also called costumed Pokémon, are specifically made for events with visual attributes closely related to the event theme, such as themed hats, clothes, or costumes. Both regular and shiny can be obtainable during certain events. Some Event Pokémon have only the male/female gender available.

What is special about Event Pokémon?

In Pokémon GO, Event Pokémon, also known as costumed Pokémon, are special forms that have appeared during various events for a limited time. These forms are usually an otherwise-normal Pokémon with an event-relevant costume. Some Event Pokémon can potentially be Shiny as well, or know event-exclusive moves.

Is there any point in keeping Event Pokémon?

Generally, you should keep Event, Legendary, and Shiny Pokemon. Of the above, Legendary Pokemon are the most worth keeping because capturing them requires a lot of work and effort. The only way to capture a Legendary Pokemon is to use a Raid Pass to join a 5-star Raid.

Are Event Pokémon good for anything in Pokemon go?

Event Pokémon are special variants of regular Pokémon, such as a Pikachu wearing a Santa hat. These generally return from time to time, so transferring them, while I don't recommend it, you can do it. However, DO NOT TRANSFER A SHINY POKÉMON! Shiny Pokémon are extremely rare (1/450 chance) and have serious trade value.

How do Event Pokémon work?

Event Pokémon are Pokémon that are distributed through outside promotional sources; either via the internet, at live in-person events or attractions, promotional sales (including movie premieres), or from promotional bonus discs or other special cross-promotional transfers from another game.

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Do event Pokemon have random IVs?

All event Pokémon do not start with any EVs. They will have random IVs and random natures, unless they are predetermined.

Do you need event Pokemon to complete Pokédex?

1 Answer. No event Pokemon are not necessary to complete the National Pokedex.

What are the rarest Event Pokémon in Pokémon Go?

Should you purify Shadow Pokémon?

Purifying a Shadow Pokémon will improve their appraisal and reduce the amount of Stardust and Candy required for them to Power Up, Evolve, or learn a new attack. When Purified, a Shadow Pokémon will forget Frustration and learn Return, a Charged Attack that's exclusive to Purified Pokémon.

Should I keep Shiny Pokemon?

There is no statistical difference between typical Pokemon and their shiny variants. Being shiny doesn't give any type of advantage aside from bragging rights. For this reason, there are no restrictions on how and when shiny Pokemon can be used in-game. Any shiny can be used in battle the same way its counterpart can.

Do Pokémon event cards expire?

Download codes purchased from retailers or bundled with Nintendo products do not expire. However, download codes given out for a specific promotion (Hyrule Warriors DLC pack, Pokémon distributions, etc.) and those obtained through My Nintendo will usually have an expiry date.

Can you reset Event Pokémon?

The event will remain there until you collect it, and they stack. But you will always get the first one. Their stats and IVs and such, unless locked by the event, are determined when you accept them. If an event is like the Celebi from the bank, where it is dropped directly into your box, you can't do reset.

Should you catch repeat Pokémon?

While catching duplicates is helpful, you should get rid of them afterwards in order to save precious storage space. Simply open your collection, tap a Pokémon you want to get rid of and select Transfer -- you'll be rewarded with some sweet Pokémon-specific candy that you can use towards evolving that character.

Should I purify Pokémon in Pokémon GO?

Purified Pokemon will have better Appraisal and receive 2 points towards all their IVs. This can potentially bring a 2-star Shadow Pokemon to a 3-star if it's purified. Purified Pokemon will receive a significant boost in Combat Power (CP).

Why can't I transfer shiny Pokemon in Pokémon GO?

You're unable to transfer multiple Shiny Pokémon, Lucky Pokémon, or Buddy Pokémon with whom you've reached Good Buddy status or above at a time. Additionally, certain Legendary and some Mythical Pokémon (e.g. Mew, Celebi) are not able to be selected for transfer.

Can you transfer Event Pokémon to home?

Not all Pokémon can be transferred from Go to Home. Specifically, you can't transfer Spinda, Kyurem Black/White, any Shadow or Mega Evolved Pokémon, or any of the special event Pokémon that have an altered appearance, like Armoured Mewtwo, Party Hat Pikachu or the Flower Crown Eeveelutions.

Should I purify a 3 star Shadow Pokémon?

Purifying a Shadow Pokémon will improve their appraisal and reduce the amount of Stardust and Candy required for them to Power Up, Evolve, or learn a new attack. When Purified, a Shadow Pokémon will forget Frustration and learn Return, a Charged Attack that's exclusive to Purified Pokémon.

When should you not purify Pokémon?

If you're attempting to complete research, attain a goal, or some other third oddity in the game, by all means, Purify all your Pokemon. But if you're seeking the most rare Pokemon in Pokemon GO, or you like Pokemon that WIN in Raids, keep your Shadows!

What is the strongest Shadow Pokémon?

1 Shadow Mewtwo

Undoubtedly, Shadow Mewtwo is the single best Shadow Pokemon to use in Raids as it has the strongest Attack stat (300), and that's after Niantic nerfed it. But, more than that, Shadow Mewtwo can learn almost any move of any type-specific move, from Thunderbolt to Hyper Beam.

What is the 3 rarest Pokémon?

The Lake Guardians - Uxie, Mesprit and Azelf

Uxie, Mesprit and Azelf are the Lake Guardians of the Sinnoh and, despite being the only legendary Pokémon to appear in the wild outside of events and Daily Adventure Incense, they're three of the rarest Pokémon in the game.

What is the 1 rarest Pokémon?

What is the #1 rarest Pokémon in Pokémon GO?

Pikachu Libre is the rarest and most desirable costumed Pokémon, though you can also try to catch many other Pikachu variants. If you don't catch Pikachu Libre or other costumed creatures during their specific events, you can still trade with other players to complete your Pokédex.

What happens when you catch all 151 Pokémon?

If a trainer manages to capture all 151 Pokemon - minus Mew - they receive an in-game diploma from GAME FREAK. While an unsubstantial award, it does imbue players with a sense of accomplishment.

What happens if you complete all research tasks for a Pokémon?

Completing All Research Tasks. When a player has completed enough Research Tasks, their Research Level will continue to climb. At 10, they'll be able to view their entry. Completing all Pokemon's entries in the Pokedex is the only way to get the Shiny Charm in Pokemon Legends: Arceus.