Shiny Meloetta Debuts in Pokemon Go Road to Unova Event: Wild Encounters, Paid Tickets & More

Get ready for an upcoming Pokemon Go event focusing on the Unova region, packed with fresh experiences! This special occasion marks the first appearance of Shiny Meloetta. Make sure to stay updated and be part of the excitement without missing a single detail.

The Pokemon Go Tour: Unova will break down into three main festivities. There will be two physical gatherings held in Los Angeles and New Taipei City, along with a global celebration.

First, a series of events known as the “Road to Unova” must occur worldwide, allowing Pokemon Go players the opportunity to capture the Mythical Meleotta in its Shiny form. This exciting creature will make its debut during this period, along with new encounters for wild Pokemon, Raid bosses, and an updated Pokedex visual design, among other additions.

Pokemon marked with an ‘*’ can be encountered as Shiny.

Road to Unova event: Date & time

The Pokemon Go Road to Unova event is scheduled for Monday, February 24, 2025, commencing at 10:00 AM and concluding on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the same hour, all according to local time.

For a limited period, all players will be given complimentary access to the Tour Pass. This allows them to earn rank-based rewards and bonuses. Players who desire enhanced benefits can opt for the Tour Pass Deluxe at an additional cost, offering superior rewards, quicker advancement, as well as an exclusive encounter with the Mythical Victini and a novel item called the Lucky Trinket.

As a dedicated fan, I’m excited to remind you all that the events in Los Angeles and New Taipei City are taking place from February 21, 2025, to February 23, 2025! The Global Tour is set to commence on March 1, 2025, and will wrap up on March 2, 2025. Don’t miss out!

Pokemon debuts

For the first time in Pokemon Go, players will be able to find and catch Shiny Meloetta.

Since 2021, Aria Forme of Pokemon has been a part of the game, yet it’s the Shiny version that is set to make its first appearance during the Road to Unova event.

To participate in the Masterwork Research, each player should buy a ticket that costs $4.99 USD (or the equivalent amount in your local currency). This offer will be available from the start of the event until March 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM in your local time zone.

The Masterwork Research does not expire, so players can complete it at their own pace.

Moreover, you’ll find both the standard Dynamax version of Darumaka and its Shiny counterpart being introduced to the game via Max Battles at designated Power Spots.

Wild encounters

The following Pokemon will appear more frequently in the wild during the Road to Unova event:

  • Snivy*
  • Tepig*
  • Oshawott*

Some trainers might even find:

  • Servine
  • Pignite
  • Dewott

Raid battles

The following Pokemon will appear as Raid Bosses during the event:

1-Star Raids

  • Snivy*
  • Tepig*
  • Oshawott*

3-Star Raids

  • Druddigon*

5-Star Raids

During the duration of this event, the raids will change daily. Additionally, each Pokemon will feature a unique Charged Move and be eligible for Raid Hours.

POKEMONCHARGED MOVESTATSDATE
Genesect*Techno Blast (Normal)Trainer Battles: 120 power
Gym/Raids: 120 power
February 24, 2025
Genesect (Shock Drive)*Techno Blast (Electric)Trainer Battles: 120 power
Gym/Raids: 120 power
February 24, 2025
Genesect (Burn Drive)*Techno Blast (Fire)Trainer Battles: 120 power
Gym/Raids: 120 power
February 24, 2025
Genesect (Chill Drive)*Techno Blast (Ice)Trainer Battles: 120 power
Gym/Raids: 120 power
February 24, 2025
Genesect (Douse Drive)*Techno Blast (Water)Trainer Battles: 120 power
Gym/Raids: 120 power
February 24, 2025
Cobalion*Sacred SwordTrainer Battles: 60 power
Gym/Raids: 50 power
February 25, 2025
Terrakion*Sacred SwordTrainer Battles: 60 power
Gym/Raids: 50 power
February 25, 2025
Virizion*Sacred SwordTrainer Battles: 60 power
Gym/Raids: 50 power
February 25, 2025
Tornadus (Therian Forme)*Bleakwind StormTrainer Battles: 60 power
Gym/Raids: 150 power
February 26, 2025
Thundurus (Therian Forme)*Wildbolt StormTrainer Battles: 60 power
Gym/Raids: 150 power
February 26, 2025
Landorus (Therian Forme)*Sandsear StormTrainer Battles: 60 power
Gym/Raids: 150 power
February 26, 2025
Reshiram*Fusion FlareTrainer Battles: 90 power
Gym/Raids: 140 power
February 27, 2025
Zekrom*Fusion BoltTrainer Battles: 90 power
Gym/Raids: 140 power
February 28, 2025

Eggs

These Pokemon will hatch from 2km Eggs:

  • Roggenrola*
  • Timburr*
  • Karrablast*
  • Shelmet*
  • Larvesta*

Road to Unova Paid tickets

Starting from February 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM, up to March 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM (local time), there will be two distinct types of tickets that can be bought for the upcoming event, each requiring payment.

Road to Unova: Raids

In exchange for just $4.99 USD (or the corresponding price in your local currency), you’ll gain entry to special, event-limited Timed Research and additional bonus features related to raids, such as:

  • x5 Cobalion Candy XL
  • x5 Terrakion Candy XL
  • x5 Virizion Candy XL
  • x5 Tornadus Candy XL
  • x5 Thundurus Candy XL
  • x5 Landorus Candy XL
  • x10 Reshiram Candy
  • x10 Zekrom Candy
  • x25 Genesect Candy XL
  • Black and White Joggers (Avatar Item)
  • Additional 5,000 XP from completed Raids.
  • x1 extra Candy for catching Pokemon in 5-Star Raids.
  • x1 extra Candy XL for catching Pokemon in 5-Star Raids (Trainers 31+)
  • x2 Stardust from Raid Battles
  • x1 extra Raid Pass from spinning Photo Discs at Gyms each day

Road to Unova: Hatch

To enjoy exclusive Time-limited Research for events and additional perks themed around Egg hatching, you’ll need to pay a price of $4.99 USD (or its equivalent in your local currency).

  • Maractus* encounter
  • Sigilyph* encounter
  • Bouffalant* encounter
  • Black and White Hoodie (Avatar Item)
  • x2 Hatch XP
  • x2 Hatch Candy
  • x2 Hatch Stardust

To win their prizes, players need to finish all the assigned tasks on their tickets by March 2, 2025, exactly at 8:00 PM in their own time zone.

Timed Research

Individuals finishing the themed Time-Limited Research for the Pokemon Go Unova Tour can expect these specific encounters:

Those who accomplish the Unova-themed Time-Restricted Research during the Pokemon Go Tour will experience the following interactions:

Or simply:

Finishing the themed Time-Limited Research for the Pokemon Go Unova Tour grants these specific encounters:

  • Terrakion*
  • Cobalion*
  • Virizion*
  • Tornadus (Therian Forme)*
  • Thundurus (Therian Forme)*
  • Landorus (Therian Forme)*
  • Genesect*
  • Genesect (Shock Drive)*
  • Genesect (Burn Drive)*
  • Genesect (Chill Drive)*
  • Genesect (Douse Drive)*

The Pokemon obtained through the Timed Research won’t have Special Backgrounds.

Field Research Tasks

During the special Pokemon Go Tour, unique Field Research tasks centered around Unova region will be accessible. Completing these tasks rewards you with opportunities to encounter specific Pokemon from the Unova region.

  • Snivy*
  • Tepig*
  • Oshawott*
  • Roggenrola*
  • Timburr*
  • Karrablast*
  • Shelmet*

Event bonuses

These are the bonuses that will be active during the Road to Unova event:

  • 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance when Eggs are placed in an Incubator during the event.
  • The Remote Raid Pass limit will increase to 20 from February 24, until February 28.
  • There will be no limit on Remote Raids from March 1, until March 2.

Special Backgrounds

Catching 5-Star Raid Bosses in gameplay offers an opportunity for players to acquire unique Special Backgrounds, which serve as a testament to their journey and can be viewed on the respective Pokémon’s profile.

In this setup, we’ll have two distinctive backdrops, one reminiscent of Pokemon Black and the other of Pokemon White.

  • Either background: Cobalion, Terrakion, Virizion, Landorus (Therian Forme), and Genesect.
  • Black: Tornadus (Therian Forme), and Reshiram.
  • White: Thundurus (Therian Forme), and Zekrom.

Combining a Reshiram or Zekrom against a unique backdrop with a Kyurem possessing an opposing backdrop results in the merged Black/White Kyurem acquiring a novel version of its surroundings.

Avatar Items & Stickers

Two Avatar Items will be available to purchase in the in-game shop during the event:

  • Black Kyurem Wings
  • White Kyurem Backpack

More so, a Go Tour 2025 Tee will be available for free as a Tour Pass reward.

Pokemon Go Tour: Unova-themed stickers can be obtained from the in-game shop, PokeStops, and Gifts.

Key Updates

The Pokedex is set for a complete aesthetic overhaul, making it easier for trainers to identify the Pokemon they’ve caught and those still elusive in their collection.

Moreover, for enhanced gaming experience, you might find Pokémon appearing more diversely across various locations. This could include bustling cities, remote countryside, suburbs, or rapidly developing zones. This change will likely boost the frequency of Pokémon encounters and the number of places where these creatures are spotted.

You now know everything about the Road to Unova event in Pokemon Go. Keep yourself informed on upcoming events such as the Spotlight Hour schedule, current Community Day, and all the available Raid Bosses and Shadow Raid bosses.

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2025-01-24 01:56