Pokémon GO - Shadow Raids debut during the Rising Shadows event!

Shadow Raids debut during the Rising Shadows event! Can you face the shadows, Trainers? Shadows are rising. Team GO Rocket has grown audacious. They’ve discovered how to leave Shadow Pokémon to defend Gyms. These new Shadow Raids are unlike any challenge Trainers have yet faced in Pokémon GO.

What’s more, Shadow Mewtwo will return to Pokémon GO in Shadow Raids! Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Shadow Mewtwo—if you’re lucky! Will Team GO Rocket’s plan be thwarted? Or will darkness fall over Gyms worldwide? It’s up to you, Trainers! Read more about Shadow Raids here.

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Rising Shadows

Monday, May 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, May 28, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. local time

Shadow Raid debuts

Shadow Mewtwo will return to Pokémon GO in Shadow Raids. Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Shadow Mewtwo—if you’re lucky!

Shadow Mewtwo will appear in five-star Shadow Raids from Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, May 28, 2023, at 8:00 p.m local time.

Five-star Shadow Raids:

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Shadow Raids

The following Pokémon will be the first to appear in Shadow Raids! Gyms not under Team GO Rocket control may still host other raids.

From Monday, May 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, May 28, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. local time, a majority of Gyms will host Shadow Raids.

From 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time, Saturday, May 27, 2023, Team GO Rocket activity will spike, taking over all raids.


One-star Shadow Raids: Shadow Poliwag , Shadow Machop , Shadow Bellsprout, Shadow Beldum
Three-star Shadow Raids: Shadow Bayleef, Shadow Quilava, Shadow Croconaw, Shadow Sneasel

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Raids

The following Pokémon will appear in raids. Gyms may be taken over by either Shadow Raid Bosses or one of the Raid Bosses below.


One-star raids: Clefairy , Tentacool , Marill , Skrelp, Popplio
Three-star raids: Magneton, Lapras , Mawile , Empoleon
Five-star raids: Regigigas^ , Tapu Fini^^
Mega Raids: Mega Pinsir*^^ , Mega Altaria^

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Wild encounters

The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild.


Ekans , Golbat, Koffing , Houndour , Poochyena , Stunky, Skorupi
Some Trainers might even encounter the following: Hisuian Qwilfish, Scraggy

Event bonus

Team GO Rocket will appear more frequently at PokéStops and in balloons.

Field Research

Tasks focused on defeating Team GO Rocket and catching Pokémon will be available!

Trainers can earn a Mysterious Component and Stardust as rewards.

Seasonal Special Research: Let’s GO

Throughout Season 10: Rising Heroes, free Special Research will be available for Trainers! Willow’s back with some news on Team GO Rocket’s latest plans…and he has a gift for you.

You can claim the Special Research until the end of Season 10: Rising Heroes on June 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time.

Avatar pose

The following new avatar pose will be available from the event onwards!

Rising Hero Pose


Note: Avatar items sold separately.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/rising-shadows/

Alert! Alert! Team GO Rocket is back, and they’re bringing Shadow Raids to Pokémon GO! Brief yourself on Shadow Raid Bosses, Shadow Shards, and Purified Gems.

YouTube Clip - A new challenge is here: SHADOW RAIDS

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSM0ert1vmI

Shadow Raids are coming to Pokémon GO!

Trainers,
Team GO Rocket’s back, and they’re up to some big trouble!

In their newest scheme, Team GO Rocket plans to take over Gyms with hordes of Shadow Pokémon. Thankfully, we know our heroic Trainers will step up to face this challenge. Get ready for Shadow Raids!

Team GO Rocket will launch their plans during the Rising Shadows event, starting May 22, 2023. Read on to learn more about Shadow Raids, Shadow Raid Bosses, and how you can stop Team GO Rocket in their tracks!

Team GO Rocket’s coming to town!

Team GO Rocket’s machinations have led them to their latest and greatest plan: taking over Gyms with their Shadow Pokémon!

In Shadow Raids, Trainers can take on powerful Shadow Raid Bosses, and have the chance to catch new Pokémon partners—if they can successfully defeat the Shadow Raid Boss, that is. Trainers can gather their friends for a better chance at victory in Shadow Raids.

While Team GO Rocket will be taking over a number of Gyms, those they’ve left untouched may still host other raids.

Trainers cannot join Shadow Raids using Remote Raid Passes, and Shadow Raids do not reward a team bonus for Premier Balls.

A Shadowy Strength

At Gyms hosting Shadow Raids, you’ll find that Team GO Rocket has placed especially powerful Shadow Pokémon as Raid Bosses.

Three-star and five-star Shadow Raid Bosses will grow enraged as you battle them, boosting their attack and defense. Continue to hold your ground and weaken the Shadow Raid Bosses to subdue them.

The Power of Purification

You can subdue Shadow Raid Bosses using Purified Gems, a new item that can be assembled from Shadow Shards.

Shadow Shards are mysterious gem pieces that may be dropped by Team GO Rocket. Gather enough shards to use Professor Willow’s newly invented Shard Refiner, and you’ll be rewarded with a Purified Gem.

There are multiple ways Purified Gems can assist your battle against enraged Shadow Raid Bosses.

When you use a Purified Gem during a Shadow Raid, the enraged Shadow Raid Boss’s attack and defense will be lowered temporarily. This can give you the opening you need!

You and your fellow Trainers can use more than one Purified Gem during a Shadow Raid. If used at the same time, their effects will stack.

If enough Purified Gems are used, the enraged Shadow Raid Boss will be subdued—returned to its non-enraged state—which might give you the edge you need to defeat it!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/shadow-raids/

Niantic has announced that the Master Ball is coming soon to Pokémon GO. A free Special Research will be available on May 22nd, 2023 and Trainers who complete the research will get a Master Ball.

Never miss with the Master Ball—coming soon to Pokémon GO!

Trainers,
In the course of your travels, you may have heard of the very best Poké Ball with the ultimate level of performance—the Master Ball. When used, it will catch any Pokémon you encounter in Pokémon GO without fail, whether it be in the wild, through Lure Modules, after Raid Battles, or while using your Daily Adventure Incense.

This powerful item will soon be available to all Trainers in Pokémon GO. What will you use it to catch?

Seasonal Special Research: Let’s GO

Throughout Season 10: Rising Heroes, free Special Research will be available. The final story will begin on May 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Willow’s back with some news on Team GO Rocket’s latest plans…and a gift.

You’ll be able to claim the Special Research until the end of Season 10: Rising Heroes, on June 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Trainers who complete the research will get a Master Ball as one of the rewards.

Receiving a rare and powerful Master Ball is a special occasion—think wisely about how you’ll use it, and keep a lookout for future opportunities in Pokémon GO to acquire more!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/masterball

Niantic has announced the dates for the Pokémon GO Community Days for the next season, taking place in the summer of 2023.

Save the dates for next Season’s Community Days!

Trainers,
Now that the final Community Day of Season 10: Rising Heroes is behind us, we’d like to share next Season’s Community Day dates!

• Saturday, June 10, 2023
• Sunday, July 9, 2023 (Community Day Classic)
• Sunday, July 30, 2023
• Sunday, August 13, 2023

Community Days aren’t the only events on the horizon—here are the dates for additional in-game events coming next Season!

• Saturday, June 3, 2023
• Saturday, July 22, 2023
• Saturday and Sunday, August 26–27, 2023 (Pokémon GO Fest 2023: Global)

Stay tuned for more details about June Community Day and beyond!

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/cd-savethedate-s11

It’s time to be a hero once again—Candela needs your help with some research! Are you ready to rise to the challenge and be A Valorous Hero?

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Trainers! Help out Candela during the upcoming A Valorous Hero event!

Trainers,
When a friend needs a hero, will you rise to the occasion? Candela may be a strong Trainer, but the Team Valor leader could use some research support! Get ready to enjoy an all-new event focused on powering up and battling Pokémon—A Valorous Hero!

Mega Pinsir will also make its Pokémon GO debut in Mega Raids. Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Tapu Fini—if you’re lucky!

A Valorous Hero

Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. local time

Mega Pinsir debut

Mega Pinsir will make its Pokémon GO debut in Mega Raids!


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Event Bonuses

: 2× Candy for catching Pokémon.
: Trainers level 31 and above will have twice the chance to obtain Candy XL from catching Pokémon.

Raids

The following Pokémon will appear in raids. Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to encounter Shiny Tapu Fini—if you’re lucky!


One-star raids: Hisuian Growlithe, Galarian Ponyta , Hoothoot
Three-star raids: Galarian Stunfisk , Druddigon , Hisuian Braviary , Hisuian Avalugg
Five-star raids: Tapu Fini
Mega Raids: Mega Pinsir

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Special Research story—A Valorous Hero

Special Research featuring the Team Valor leader, Candela, will be available! Trainers who complete the research will be rewarded with an encounter with Ponyta wearing a Candela-themed accessory! This is the only way to encounter Ponyta wearing a Candela-themed accessory during this Season.

Timed Research

Timed Research will be available throughout the event! Complete Timed Research to earn a Fast TM and a Charged TM.

Field Research task encounters

Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available. Complete Field Research to earn Stardust, Revives, Hyper Potions, and an encounter with Ponyta!


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Reminder: Seasonal Special Research—An Everyday Hero

Free Special Research will be available for Trainers throughout Season 10: Rising Heroes! Spend some time helping out Professor Willow to see what surprises you can discover!

The Special Research will be available to claim until the end of Season 10: Rising Heroes on June 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/a-valorous-hero/

Niantic has announced that Fennekin, the Fox Pokémon, will be featured Pokémon during the May 2023 Community Day which takes place on Sunday, May 21st, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time! That’s a lot of hot air for such a small Pokémon!

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PLAYER WARNING:

Niantic has restricted Four-star Raid Battles to Raid Passes and Premium Battle Passes only. Players cannot access Four-star Raid Battles featuring Braixen with Remote Raid Passes. If there are dangerous storms, health restrictions or other reasons that would endanger you during the time period for this event in your area, please do not force yourself to venture out to participate in this event. Damage to devices may also occur in extreme heat and cold weather conditions.

May 2023 Community Day: Fennekin

Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time

Trainers,
We’re excited to announce that Fennekin, the Fox Pokémon, will be featured during May Community Day!

Featured Pokémon

Fennekin will appear more frequently in the wild.


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Featured attack

Delphox - Evolve Braixen (Fennekin’s Evolution) during the event or up to five hours afterward to get a Delphox that knows the Charged Attack Blast Burn. While Braixen evolved into Delphox during the event will know Blast Burn, starting at the beginning of the event, Delphox will be able to learn the Charged Attack Mystical Fire. Delphox will still be able to learn Mystical Fire after the conclusion of the event.

Blast Burn - Trainer Battles: 110 power - Gyms and raids: 110 power
Mystical Fire - Trainer Battles: 60 power, and decreases your opponent’s Attack. Gyms and raids: 60 power

Community Day Special Research story – Fur and Flames

• For US$1.00 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), you’ll be able to access the Fennekin Community Day–exclusive Special Research story, Fur and Flames.
• Stay tuned for when tickets for the Special Research story go live.
• Don’t forget: you’re now able to purchase and gift tickets to any of your friends that you’ve achieved a Friendship level of Great Friends or higher with.* To gift a ticket, tap the Special Research ticket in the in-game shop, then tap the Gift button instead of the Buy button.

Tickets are nonrefundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service). Please note that this Special Research will not include an in-game medal.
*Certain restrictions apply. Gifting cannot be completed if the recipient has purchased a Special Research ticket or has been gifted one already.

Event Bonuses

: 3× Catch Stardust.
: 2× Candy for catching Pokémon.
: 2× chance for Trainers level 31 and up to receive XL Candy from catching Pokemon.
: Lure Modules activated during the event will last for three hours.
: Incense (excluding Daily Adventure Incense) activated during the event will last for three hours.
: Take a few snapshots during Community Day for a surprise!
: Trades made during the event will require 50% less Stardust.*
: One additional Special Trade can be made for a maximum of two for the day.*

*While most bonuses are only active during the three-hour event period, these bonuses will be active from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. local time.

Bonus Raid Battles after Community Day

Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. local time

After the three-hour Community Day event ends, Trainers will be able to take on unique four-star Raid Battles. Claiming victory in one of these raids will cause more Fennekin to appear around the Gym that hosted the raid for 30 minutes!

Bonus for completing four-star Raid Battles

Once you successfully complete a four-star Raid Battle against Braixen, Fennekin will appear around the Gym that hosted the raid for 30 minutes. If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!*

*Fennekin that appear under these circumstances will have the same chance of appearing as a Shiny Pokémon as those that appear during May Community Day’s three-hour event period.

Field Research

May Community Day-themed Field Research will be available! Catch Fennekin to earn rewards such as additional Fennekin encounters, Stardust, Ultra Balls, and more!

Stickers

You’ll be able to get event-themed stickers by spinning PokéStops, opening Gifts, and purchasing them from the in-game shop.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/post/communityday-may-2023-fennekin

Niantic is holding a special Raid Day on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local time to celebrate Kleavor’s Pokémon GO debut! Kleavor will appear in three-star raids. If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!

NOTE: Raids are currently the only way to obtain Kleavor. Scyther is currently unable to evolve into Kleavor in Pokémon GO.

YouTube Clip - Kleavor makes its Pokémon GO debut!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSKZ9LjOvlg

Kleavor makes its Pokémon GO debut during Kleavor Raid Day!

Trainers, Kleavor, the Axe Pokémon, will make its Pokémon GO debut in raids! In addition, you might encounter a Shiny one—if you’re lucky! Join us for Kleavor Raid Day, featuring the Pokémon GO debut of Kleavor, which was originally discovered in the Hisui region featured in the Pokémon Legends: Arceus game on Nintendo Switch. Read on for more details!

Kleavor debuts

Kleavor will make its Pokémon GO debut in three-star raids!


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!
^Raids are currently the only way to obtain Kleavor. Scyther is currently unable to evolve into Kleavor in Pokémon GO.

Event bonuses

: Kleavor will appear more frequently in raids.
: You’ll have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Kleavor.
: Earn up to five additional daily Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs during the event and up to two hours afterward.
: The Remote Raid Pass limit will be increased to 10 on Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. local time.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/kleavor-raid-day/

Pokémon GO Fest takes over August 2023 with a month packed with events! The biggest Pokémon GO event of the year is back, and Trainers can look forward to two gameplay areas in each city! Join with millions of Pokémon GO fans from around the world and get ready for double the adventures, double the exclusive gameplay opportunities, and even some mythical surprises—welcome to Pokémon GO Fest 2023!

Pokémon GO Fest 2023 Real-World Locations

The best way to experience Pokémon GO Fest is in-person, and we’re excited to announce the three cities hosting GO Fest 2023 events!

London, England - August 4, 5, and 6, 2023

Fresh from hosting the 2022 Pokémon World Championships, England’s exciting capital city will welcome Trainers to help kick off the opening weekend of Pokémon GO Fest 2023! Get ready to head to London and enjoy exploring the European host city for Pokémon GO Fest 2023!

Early Bird Discounted Pricing: £27
Park Experience: 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. BST
City Experience: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. BST
LOCATION: Brockwell Park, London, England

Pokémon GO Fest 2023 is coming to London, and we’re planning a capital event for England’s capital! GO Fest 2023: London is split into different experiences between two locations: Brockwell Park and throughout Greater London!

Attendees will enjoy exclusive gameplay, special bonuses, and more as they adventure alongside thousands of fellow Trainers and spend half their day in Brockwell Park and half exploring the larger London area!

Tickets purchased include both the Brockwell Park AND London experience—the only difference is the time of day Trainers are at each location.

Special early bird ticket pricing is available NOW until Thursday, 15 June 2023. These discounted tickets are limited, so snag them early to take advantage of this cheaper ticket price!

Osaka, Japan - August 4, 5, and 6, 2023

Our Asia region host city for Pokémon GO Fest 2023 is Osaka, Japan! Osaka is hosting a GO Fest event for the first time. We can’t wait to bring GO Fest adventures back to Japan!

Early Bird Discounted Pricing: ¥3,000
Park Experience: 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. JST
City Experience: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. JST
LOCATION: Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, Osaka, Japan
One-day tickets are ¥3,500 (including applicable taxes)

Pokémon GO Fest 2023 is coming to Osaka, and we have big plans for one of the largest urban areas in the world! Pokémon GO Fest 2023: Osaka is split into two different experiences between two locations: Expo ’70 Commemorative Park and in Suita City & Osaka City*!

Attendees will enjoy exclusive gameplay, special bonuses, and more as they adventure alongside thousands of fellow Trainers and spend half their day in Expo ’70 Commemorative Park and half exploring the larger Osaka area!

Tickets purchased include both the Expo ’70 Commemorative Park AND Osaka experience—the only difference is the time of day Trainers are at each location.

Special early bird ticket pricing is available NOW until June 15, 2023. These discounted tickets are limited, so snag them early to take advantage of this cheaper ticket price!

New York City, USA - August 18, 19, and 20, 2023

Kicking off the second weekend of Pokémon GO Fest 2023 is our New York City event! Join thousands of Trainers from all over the world and experience all the Big Apple has to offer!

Early Bird Discounted Pricing: $25USD
Park Experience: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
City Experience: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. ET
LOCATION: Randall’s Island Park, New York City, USA
One-day tickets are US$30 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

Pokémon GO Fest 2023 is coming to New York City, and we’re planning a big event for the Big Apple! GO Fest 2023: New York City is split into different experiences between two locations: Randall’s Island Park and throughout New York City!

Attendees will enjoy exclusive gameplay, special bonuses, and more as they adventure alongside thousands of fellow Trainers and spend half their day in Randall’s Island Park and half exploring the larger New York City area!

Tickets purchased include both the Randall’s Island Park AND New York City experience—the only difference is the time of day Trainers are at each location.

Special early bird ticket pricing is available NOW until June 15, 2023. These discounted tickets are limited, so snag them early to take advantage of this cheaper ticket price!

Pokémon GO Fest 2023: Global

There will also be a concluding two-day digital event available to Trainers around the world! Join millions of other Trainers and play from anywhere during this special digital GO Fest 2023 event.

Global event tickets are also available now! Global tickets will be available to purchase up until the last day of the event—unlike the in-person events, Trainers don’t need to worry about the global event selling out!

More information for all four events will be shared at a later date.

Worldwide - August 26 – 27, 2023

A global event will crown the final weekend of Pokémon GO Fest 2023! Join millions of Trainers and experience your slice of the world in a whole new way!

Sources: https://pokemongolive.com/events/gofest-2023

Niantic has announced that the Instinctive Hero event will take place from Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, May 8th, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. local time. Larvesta, the Torch Pokémon, and Volcarona, the Sun Pokémon, will make their Pokémon GO debuts! Our instincts are telling us that the team leader Spark could use some research support! Get ready to enjoy an all-new event focused on hatching Pokémon—An Instinctive Hero!

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Trainers! Help out Spark during the An Instinctive Hero event!

Trainers,
A hero is needed once again. Spark is busy running around with his Elekid, so the Team Instinct leader could use some research support! Get ready to enjoy an all-new event focused on hatching Pokémon—An Instinctive Hero!

Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, Larvesta will be available to hatch from Eggs! You’ll also be able to hatch Shiny Mantyke—if you’re lucky!

An Instinctive Hero

Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, May 8, 2023, at 8:00 p.m. local time

Larvesta and Volcarona debut

Larvesta, the Torch Pokémon, and Volcarona, the Sun Pokémon, will make their Pokémon GO debuts! Starting with this event, Larvesta will be available to hatch from 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km Eggs.


You can use 400 Larvesta Candy to evolve Larvesta into Volcarona.

Event Bonuses

: Increased chance of hatching Shiny Pokémon from 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km Eggs.
: 2× XP for hatching Pokémon.
: 2× Stardust for hatching Pokémon.

Eggs

The following Pokémon will hatch from 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km Eggs.


The following Pokémon will hatch from 7 km Eggs. Also, for the first time in Pokémon GO, you’ll be able to hatch Shiny Mantyke—if you’re lucky!


Mime Jr. , Happiny , Mantyke , Timburr , Karrablast , Axew , Shelmet , Goomy
: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Special Research story—An Instinctive Hero

Special Research featuring the leader of Team Instinct, Spark, will be available! Trainers who complete the research will be rewarded with an encounter with Elekid wearing a Spark-themed accessory! This is the only way to encounter Elekid wearing a Spark-themed accessory during this Season.


: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Field Research task encounters

Event-themed Field Research tasks will be available. The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks!


Magneton, Chansey , Electabuzz , Magmar , Snorlax , Mantine , Chimecho

: If you’re lucky, you might encounter a Shiny one!

Reminder: Seasonal Special Research—An Everyday Hero

Free Special Research will be available for Trainers throughout Season 10: Rising Heroes! Spend some time helping out Professor Willow to see what surprises you can discover!

The Special Research will be available to claim until the end of Season 10: Rising Heroes on June 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. local time.

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/an-instinctive-hero/

Niantic has announced a Regidrago global makeup event will take place on Saturday, May 13th, 2023 due to technical issues that occured during the Elite Raids on Saturday, March 11th, 2023.

PLAYER WARNING:

Niantic has restricted Elite Raids to Raid Passes and Premium Battle Passes only. Players cannot access Elite Raid Battles with Remote Raid Passes. If there are dangerous storms, health restrictions or other reasons that would endanger you during the time period for this event in your area, please do not force yourself to venture out to participate in this event. Damage to devices may also occur in extreme heat and cold weather conditions.

Elite Raids: Regidrago returns in global makeup event

Trainers,
We apologize for the inconvenience our dedicated Trainers experienced during the initial appearance of Regidrago in March. Due to technical issues that occurred during this event, we’re holding a special global event on Saturday, May 13, 2023. We’re also releasing a special bundle for Trainers in the GMT +13 time zone who were most impacted by these issues.

During this event, all Trainers will be able to access the Timed Research originally planned for the Regidrago and Regieleki Elite Raid Days—even those who already completed it! All other gameplay aspects will be the same as the previous event.

Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your continued passion for Pokémon GO!

Elite Raid: Regidrago

Regidrago will be appearing in Elite Raids around the world—again! Regidrago will hatch from Raid Eggs at the following times.

Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. local time
Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. local time
Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. local time

Timed Research

Two exclusive Timed Researches will be available to all Trainers from 11:00 a.m. local time to 6:00 p.m. local time on Saturday, May 13, 2023!

Complete the research tasks to earn Regirock Candy, Regice Candy, and Registeel Candy!

What are Elite Raids?

• Elite Raids are a challenging variety of Raid Battle that appear from special Raid Eggs. Once the Raid Egg hatches, a Raid Boss will appear for 30 minutes—but take note that Elite Raid Bosses can only be battled in-person. Gather your friends and prepare for an epic confrontation!
• Defeat Regidrago in an Elite Raid, and you’ll earn an opportunity to catch it.
• Remember, Trainers will not be able to participate in Elite Raids using Remote Raid Passes.

To Our Trainers in the GMT +13 Time Zone

As a special thank-you for your patience with the issues experienced in your time zone, a bundle will be available in the in-game shop.

This bundle will be available for Trainers in the GMT +13 time zone from Friday, May 12, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. local time to Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. local time and will contain the following.

• 3 Premium Battle Passes
• 2 Silver Pinap Berries

Source: https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/elite-raids-regidrago-returns/