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Should You Choose Spark or Sierra in the Pokemon GO Holiday Part 1 Research?

by Scarlett Jan 25,2025

In Pokémon GO's Holiday Part 1 branching research, trainers face a crucial decision: assist Spark or Sierra. This guide clarifies the choices, helping you optimize your gameplay. The event, running from December 17th to December 22nd at 9:59 AM local time, features a free research path with three sections. After the initial tasks, you'll choose your path.

The Spark vs. Sierra Dilemma

The core difference lies in the Pokémon types and reward encounters. The choice isn't drastically impactful, but it influences your focus.

Spark's Ice-Type Path

Pokemon GO Spark

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Choosing Spark directs your efforts towards Ice-type Pokémon.

Part 2 Tasks & Rewards

Research Task	Reward
Catch 10 Ice-Type Pokémon	10 Pinap Berries
Take 5 snapshots of wild Pokémon	20 Poké Balls
Complete 5 Field Research Tasks	500 Stardust
Complete All Three Tasks	Alolan Vulpix & 2000 XP

Part 3 Tasks & Rewards

Research Task	Reward
Catch 25 Ice-Type Pokémon	10 Ultra Balls
Power Up Ice-Type Pokémon 10x	1 Golden Razz Berry
Collect MP from 3 Power Spots	100 Max Particles
Complete All Three Tasks	Sandygast, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust

Sierra's Fire-Type Path

Pokemon GO Rocket Leaders

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Selecting Sierra focuses your attention on Fire-type Pokémon.

Part 2 Tasks & Rewards

Research Task	Reward
Catch 10 Fire-Type Pokémon	10 Pinap Berries
Take 5 snapshots of wild Pokémon	20 Poké Balls
Complete 5 Field Research Tasks	500 Stardust
Complete All Three Tasks	Shadow Vulpix & 2000 XP

Part 3 Tasks & Rewards

Research Task	Reward
Catch 25 Fire-Type Pokémon	10 Ultra Balls
Power Up Fire-Type Pokémon 10x	1 Golden Razz Berry
Collect MP from 3 Power Spots	100 Max Particles
Complete All Three Tasks	Sandygast, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust

The Verdict

Your choice hinges on your desired Vulpix encounter (Alolan or Shadow) and preferred Pokémon type for catching during the event. Pokémon GO is currently available for play.

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