Everything You Need to Know About the Pokémon GO Legendary Heroes Event

Event Overview

The highly anticipated Legendary Heroes event in Pokémon GO is set to take place from September 26, 2024, at 10 AM local time until October 1, 2024, at 8 PM local time. This event marks the exciting debut of Shiny Zacian, the legendary Pokémon known as the mascot from *Pokémon Sword*.

What to Expect

While this is an exciting time for players, it’s worth noting that Zacian's counterpart, Zamazenta, will not be included in this event, and its shiny form won’t be available at this time.

Event Features

Here are the key features of the Legendary Heroes event:

Event Bonuses

• Stardust Reduction: Special trades will require fifty percent less Stardust, making it easier to trade Pokémon with your friends.
• Evolving Koffing: Players can evolve Koffing into Galarian Weezing during this event.

Timed Research

This event includes new timed research tasks, offering players the chance to choose between two paths: the Sword Path and the Shield Path. Your choice will impact the Collection Challenge, as well as influence the types of Pokémon you encounter in the wild.

Wild Encounters

During the event, players can look forward to increased chances of encountering various Pokémon in the wild. These include:

• Galarian Ponyta
• Koffing
• Galarian Darumaka
• Grookey
• Scorbunny
• Sobble
• Skwovet

Featured Raids

The event will also feature special raids:

• One-Star Raids: Galarian Ponyta, Galarian Darumaka, Goomy, Jangmo-o
• Three-Star Raids: Turtonator, Drampa
• Five-Star Raids: Zacian
• Mega Raids: Mega Gardevoir

Collection Challenges & Field Research

A collection challenge focused on catching and trading Pokémon will be available during the event, offering rewards such as XP and encounters with event-themed Pokémon. Field research tasks will also be tied to the event, giving players more chances to earn rewards.

Conclusion

The Legendary Heroes event in Pokémon GO promises to be a thrilling experience for trainers, especially with the introduction of Shiny Zacian. Ensure you participate fully to maximize your rewards and enjoy all the new opportunities this event has to offer. Mark your calendar and get ready to catch some amazing Pokémon!