Pokemon GO's Shadow Raid Day: A Ho-Oh Extravaganza on January 19th
Get ready for a fiery showdown! Pokemon GO is hosting a Shadow Raid Day featuring the legendary Ho-Oh on January 19th, 2025, from 2 pm to 5 pm local time. This marks the first Shadow Raid Day of 2025, offering trainers a prime opportunity to catch this powerful Fire-type Pokemon.
This event builds on the success of Shadow Raids introduced in 2023, providing a thrilling way to acquire these formidable Pokemon. Past events, like the return of Shadow Moltres and Shadow Mewtwo, have proven immensely popular. Now, Ho-Oh takes center stage, promising increased shiny encounter rates.
Event Highlights:
- Increased Raid Pass Availability: Spin Gyms to receive up to seven free Raid Passes (a $5 ticket boosts this to fifteen!).
- Sacred Fire Mastery: Utilize a Charged TM to teach your Shadow Ho-Oh the devastating Sacred Fire attack (130 power in Trainer Battles, 120 in Raids/Gyms).
- Shiny Hunting Opportunity: Enjoy boosted chances of encountering a shiny Shadow Ho-Oh.
- Bonus Ticket Benefits: A $5 event ticket unlocks a 15 Raid Pass limit, 50% increased XP, and double Stardust from raids (until 10 pm local time). An Ultra Ticket Box ($4.99) bundles the event ticket with a Premium Battle Pass.
The event falls amidst a busy start to the Pokemon GO year, following the Sprigatito Community Day and the Fidough debut. Further exciting events, including Community Day Classic and the Lunar New Year event, are on the horizon. Don't miss this chance to add a powerful Shadow Ho-Oh to your collection!
