The Pokémon GO Holiday Cup: Little Edition is here! Running from December 17th to 24th, 2024, this PvP event introduces a 500 CP cap and restricts Pokémon types to Electric, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, and Normal. This creates a unique meta, demanding strategic team building.
Holiday Cup: Little Edition Rules
- CP Cap: 500
- Type Restrictions: Electric, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Normal
- Dates: December 17th - 24th, 2024
Crafting Your Winning Team
The lower CP cap and type limitations significantly alter the typical Pokémon GO meta. Finding suitable Pokémon under 500 CP is key. Smeargle, previously banned, returns and poses a significant threat with its move-copying ability. Consider strategies to counter its potential moves like Incinerate and Flying Press.
Team Suggestions:
Here are three sample team compositions to illustrate effective strategies:
Team 1: Counter-Smeargle Strategy
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
| Pikachu Libre | Electric/Fighting |
| Ducklett | Water/Flying |
| Alolan Marowak | Fire/Ghost |
This team utilizes dual-typing for broader coverage. Pikachu Libre's Fighting type counters Normal-type Smeargle, while Ducklett and Alolan Marowak offer additional type advantages. Skeledirge is a viable Alolan Marowak substitute.
Team 2: Embrace the Smeargle Meta
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
| Smeargle | Normal |
| Amaura | Rock/Ice |
| Ducklett | Water/Flying |
This team incorporates Smeargle, leveraging its move-copying ability. Ducklett counters Fighting types targeting Smeargle, and Amaura provides Rock-type coverage.
Team 3: Underdog Lineup
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
| Gligar | Ground/Flying |
| Cottonee | Grass/Fairy |
| Litwick | Ghost/Fire |
This team features less common Pokémon. Litwick counters Ghost and Grass types, Cottonee offers strong Grass moves, and Gligar provides advantages against Electric types and Fire-type resistance.
Remember, these are suggestions. Your optimal team depends on your available Pokémon and play style. Good luck in the Holiday Cup: Little Edition! Pokémon GO is available now.
