New Paldean Pokemon Added in Upcoming Pokemon GO Event

Get ready, Pokemon GO enthusiasts! Niantic has just unveiled that Shroodle and its evolution, Grafaiai, will make their debut in the game during the exciting Fashion Week: Taken Over event, starting on January 15. This event not only introduces these two new Pokemon but also promises a host of engaging activities and bonuses for players to enjoy.

Shroodle, a unique Poison/Normal-type Pokemon from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, features a distinctive large head and eyes that dominate half its body. At level 28, Shroodle evolves into Grafaiai, a lemur-like primate with intriguing large eyes and three-fingered hands. Both creatures, which have also made appearances in Pokemon Horizons, are set to captivate Pokemon GO players with their charm and abilities.

Event Details

• When: Wednesday, January 15, at 12 am to Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 8 pm local time
• New Pokemon: Shroodle (available in 12 km eggs) and Grafaiai (evolves with 50 Shroodle Candy)
• Surprise Encounters: Players taking a snapshot during the event might encounter Croagunk in a fashion week outfit.

Event Bonuses

• Team GO Rocket will appear more frequently at PokeStops and in balloons.
• Use a Charged TM to help Shadow Pokemon forget the Charged Attack Frustration.

Added for the Event

• Special Research to save Shadow Palkia.
• Field Research tasks rewarding Mysterious Components, Charged and Fast TMs.
• Collection Challenges and Showcases.
• A bundle costing 300 coins in the in-game shop, including an Incubator, a Rocket Radar, and a Premium Battle Pass.

Shadow Pokemon Encounters

• Shadow Taillow
• Shadow Snivy
• Shadow Tepig
• Shadow Oshawott
• Shadow Trubbish
• Shadow Bunnelby

Shadow Raids

• One-Star:
  • Shadow Nidoran♀
  • Shadow Nidoran♂
  • Shadow Totodile
  • Shadow Ralts
• Three-Star:
  • Shadow Electabuzz
  • Shadow Magmar
  • Shadow Wobbuffet

During the Fashion Week: Taken Over event, players will have the opportunity to participate in a new Special Research to save Shadow Palkia and encounter six new Shadow Pokemon, including starters from the Unova region. Shadow Raids will feature seven monsters, and for the first time, Remote Raid Passes can be utilized in these battles. New Field Research tasks will offer rewards like Mysterious Components, Charged and Fast TMs. The event will also include themed Showcases and Collection Challenges, and the in-game shop will feature a 300-coin bundle with essential items.

The next few days promise a flurry of exciting activities for Pokemon GO players. Following the Fashion Week event, the Corviknight evolutionary line will debut on January 21, and a new Shadow Raid Day will take place. Additionally, a Classic Community Day on January 25 will offer players another chance to catch Ralts. Stay tuned for more thrilling adventures in the world of Pokemon GO!