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Karrablast, Shelmet to Headline Pokémon Go Community Day in February

by Ethan Feb 21,2025

Get ready for a double dose of Community Day fun in Pokémon GO! Karrablast and Shelmet will be the stars of the February event, appearing at significantly increased rates in the wild.

Event Details:

  • Date: Sunday, February 9th
  • Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Local Time)
  • Featured Pokémon: Karrablast and Shelmet (Shiny versions possible!)

Catching plenty of Karrablast and Shelmet during this window will allow evolution into Escavalier and Accelgor, respectively, each learning a powerful exclusive charged attack:

  • Escavalier: Razor Shell (35 power in Trainer Battles, 55 in Gyms and Raids)
  • Accelgor: Energy Ball (90 power in all battle types)

Special Research & Bonuses:

A ticketed Special Research story ($2 or local equivalent) offers encounters with Karrablast and Shelmet featuring a Dual Destiny-themed background, plus extra encounters, a Premium Battle Pass, and Rare Candy XL. A free Timed Research quest will also be available for those who log in during the event, offering further chances to catch these Pokémon and their Shiny forms.

Enjoy these event bonuses throughout the three-hour event window:

  • Triple XP for catching Pokémon
  • Double Candy for catching Pokémon
  • Increased Candy XL chance for Trainers level 31+
  • Three-hour Lure Modules and Incense
  • One extra Special Trade
  • 50% Stardust cost reduction for trading

Community Day-themed Field Research tasks will reward Stardust, Great Balls, and more encounters. Keep an eye out for PokéStop Showcases as well!

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Stock up early! Two Community Day bundles will be in the in-game shop, and an Ultra Community Day Box will be available on the Pokémon GO Web Store starting February 3rd. Don't miss out on this exciting Community Day event!

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