Paldean Pokémon Duo to Debut in Upcoming GO Event

Pokemon GO's Fashion Week: Taken Over event, launching January 15th, introduces Shroodle and Grafaiai, the Gen IX Poison/Normal-type Pokemon. This event runs until January 19th at 8 PM local time.

Event Highlights:

• New Pokemon Debut: Shroodle hatches from 12km Eggs, evolving into Grafaiai with 50 Shroodle Candy.
• Surprise Encounters: Snapshots offer a chance to encounter a fashionably dressed Croagunk.
• Team GO Rocket Increased Presence: Expect more Team GO Rocket balloons and PokeStops.
• Shadow Pokemon Help: Use Charged TMs to remove Frustration from Shadow Pokemon.
• Shadow Palkia Special Research: A new Special Research story arc focuses on rescuing Shadow Palkia.
• Shadow Pokemon Encounters: Encounter Shadow Taillow, Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott, Trubbish, and Bunnelby.
• Shadow Raids: One-star raids feature Shadow Nidoran (♀ & ♂), Totodile, and Ralts. Three-star raids include Shadow Electabuzz, Magmar, and Wobbuffet. Remote Raid Passes are supported.
• Field Research Tasks: Earn Mysterious Components, Charged TMs, and Fast TMs.
• In-Game Shop Bundle: A 300-coin bundle offers an Incubator, Rocket Radar, and Premium Battle Pass.
• Collection Challenges & Showcases: Event-themed Collection Challenges and Showcases will be available.

Key Dates:

• Fashion Week: Taken Over: January 15th (12 AM) - January 19th (8 PM) local time.
• Corviknight Debut: January 21st.
• Shadow Raid Day: Date to be announced.
• Ralts Community Day: January 25th.

This Fashion Week event promises a packed schedule of activities, including new Pokemon, Shadow Pokemon encounters, and special research, offering players a diverse and engaging experience.