New Paldean Pokemon Added in Upcoming Pokemon GO Event

Niantic has exciting news for Pokemon GO enthusiasts: Shroodle and its evolution, Grafaiai, are set to make their debut during the Fashion Week: Taken Over event, kicking off on January 15. This event promises a blend of new Pokemon introductions and engaging activities, enhancing the gaming experience for players.

Shroodle, a unique Poison/Normal-type from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, features a large head and eyes that dominate its appearance. At level 28, it evolves into Grafaiai, a primate-like Pokemon reminiscent of a lemur, known for its distinctive large eyes and three-fingered hands. Both creatures have appeared in the Pokemon Horizons series, adding to their allure.

During the Fashion Week: Taken Over event, from January 15 at 12 am to January 19 at 8 pm local time, players can encounter Shroodle by hatching 12 km eggs. With 50 Shroodle Candy, you can evolve it into Grafaiai. The event also introduces surprise encounters with Croagunk donning a fashion week outfit when trainers take a snapshot.

Upcoming Pokemon GO Event Adds Shroodle, Grafaiai, and Features Shadow Pokemon

• When: Wednesday, January 15, at 12 am to Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 8 pm local time
• New Pokemon: Shroodle (12 km eggs) and Grafaiai (evolves with 50 Shroodle Candy)
• Surprise encounters: Croagunk (when taking a snapshot during the event)

Event Bonuses

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

Added for the Event

• Special Research to save Shadow Palkia
• Field Research tasks rewarded with Mysterious Components, Charged and Fast TMs
• Collection Challenges
• Showcases
• Bundle costing 300 coins in the in-game shop

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

The event will also feature a new Special Research storyline aimed at saving Shadow Palkia, along with the introduction of six new Shadow Pokemon, including the Unova starters. Shadow Raids will showcase seven different monsters, and for the first time, players can use Remote Raid Passes in these battles. New Field Research tasks will reward players with Mysterious Components, Charged and Fast TMs. Themed Showcases and Collection Challenges will be available, and the in-game shop will offer a 300-coin bundle including an Incubator, a Rocket Radar, and a Premium Battle Pass.

The excitement doesn't stop there. The Corviknight evolutionary line is scheduled to debut in Pokemon GO on January 21, and a new Shadow Raid Day will occur over the coming days. Additionally, the Classic Community Day on January 25 will provide another opportunity to catch Ralts, ensuring a packed schedule of events for Pokemon GO players.