Exciting news for Pokémon GO enthusiasts! A new Team GO Rocket takeover event is set to take place from October 8 to October 11, 2024, offering players the chance to rescue the Legendary Shadow Heatran from the notorious Giovanni. This event promises thrilling gameplay and unique rewards for trainers ready to take on the challenge.
As the event approaches, players can anticipate the debut of several new Shadow Pokémon, including Shadow Caterpie, Shadow Mankey, Shadow Roggenrola, Shadow Venipede, Shadow Karrablast, and Shadow Shelmet. These Pokémon will be available through battles with Team GO Rocket Grunts, enhancing the excitement of the event.
The event kicks off at midnight local time on October 8 and runs until 8:00 PM local time on October 11. It will coincide with the ongoing Galarian Expedition event, ensuring that trainers have plenty of opportunities to engage with the game.
One of the major highlights of this takeover is the chance to encounter Shadow Heatran, a dual Fire/Steel-type Pokémon. Trainers gearing up for the battle should note that Heatran has a double weakness to Ground-types, making it essential to strategize accordingly. Players will be able to earn a Super Rocket Radar by completing the new Team GO Rocket Special Research introduced during this event.
This Special Research is available until December 3, 2024, at 9:59 AM local time, allowing players ample time to prepare for the showdown with Giovanni. Each encounter with Giovanni during the event guarantees a chance to capture Shadow Heatran, making it a must-have for collectors and competitive players alike.
In addition to the new Shadow Pokémon, trainers can expect increased encounters with Team GO Rocket at PokéStops and in balloons throughout the event. This means more opportunities for battles and the chance to obtain rare items and Pokémon. Players will also have the ability to use a Charged TM to help Shadow Pokémon forget the Charged Attack Frustration, offering a strategic advantage in future battles.
Event-themed PokéStop Showcases will feature the newly introduced Shadow Pokémon, providing a fresh experience for trainers visiting these locations. Furthermore, Shadow Raids will be available during the event, featuring a variety of Shadow Pokémon across different tiers. For instance, Tier One Shadow Raids will include Shadow Machop, Shadow Grimer, Shadow Exeggcute, and Shadow Sudowoodo, all of which can potentially be Shiny.
As Team GO Rocket leaders Sierra, Cliff, and Arlo are confirmed to use different Shadow Pokémon during this event, players can look forward to the possibility of encountering new Shadow Shinies. While Niantic has not specified which species will be included, players can typically expect at least one or two new Shadow Shinies with each event shift.
With the event just around the corner, trainers are encouraged to prepare their teams, stock up on supplies, and strategize for the encounters ahead. The Galarian Expedition: Taken Over event promises to be an exhilarating experience filled with challenges and rewards, making it a perfect opportunity for both casual and competitive players to engage with Pokémon GO in a new and exciting way.
Make sure to mark your calendars and get ready for the action-packed days ahead as you join fellow trainers in the quest to rescue Shadow Heatran and uncover the mysteries of Team GO Rocket!
