Pokémon Pocket January 2025 Wonder Pick Event Guide: Charmander & Squirtle Promo-A Cards!
Pokémon Pocket's January Wonder Pick event features two new Promo-A cards: Charmander (P-A 032) and Squirtle (P-A 033), boasting updated artwork while retaining original stats and moves. This guide covers everything you need to know about maximizing your chances of acquiring these cards and earning event-exclusive accessories.
Quick Links
- January Wonder Pick Event Part 1 Details
- How to Obtain Promo-A Squirtle and Charmander
- Wonder Pick Event Part 1 Missions and Rewards
- January Wonder Pick Event Part 2 Details
- Wonder Pick Event Part 2 Missions and Rewards
- Essential Tips for Wonder Pick Events
The event is split into two parts, each offering unique missions and rewards. Let's dive in!
January Wonder Pick Event Part 1 Details
- Start Date: January 6th, 2025, 10:00 PM (Local Time)
- End Date: January 20th, 2025, 9:59 PM (Local Time)
- Event Type: Wonder Pick
- Featured Rewards: Squirtle (P-A) and Charmander (P-A)
Part 1 focuses on obtaining the new Promo-A Squirtle and Charmander cards through Bonus and Rare Wonder Picks.
How to Obtain Promo-A Squirtle and Charmander
This event introduces two types of Wonder Picks:
Bonus Wonder Picks: These free picks offer a chance at one of the Promo-A cards (or their standard counterparts) alongside Wonder Hourglasses or Event Shop Tickets. Data suggests a 20% chance of encountering a Bonus Pick each time a Wonder Pick is available.
Rare Wonder Picks: These appear with a 2.5% chance and guarantee one of the Promo-A cards. The number of slots occupied by each card (Squirtle or Charmander) varies, impacting your odds (25% to 80%).
Wonder Pick Event Part 1 Missions and Rewards
Complete five missions to earn Event Shop Tickets (Blastoise), redeemable for themed accessories:
| Part 1 Mission | Reward |
|---|---|
| Collect One Squirtle Card | One Event Shop Ticket |
| Collect One Charmander Card | One Event Shop Ticket |
| Wonder Pick Three Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
| Wonder Pick Four Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
| Wonder Pick Five Times | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Nine tickets are enough to unlock all three Part 1 accessories.
| Part 1 Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Blue (Backdrop) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
| Blue & Blastoise (Cover) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
| Tiny Temple (Backdrop) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
January Wonder Pick Event Part 2 Details
- Start Date: January 15th, 2025
- End Date: January 21st, 2025
- Event Type: Wonder Pick
- Featured Rewards: Blastoise and Blue-themed Accessories
Part 2 introduces new missions and rewards, focusing on Blastoise-themed accessories. No new Promo-A cards are introduced.
Wonder Pick Event Part 2 Missions and Rewards
Ten new missions reward additional Event Shop Tickets (up to 22):
| Part 2 Mission | Reward |
|---|---|
| Wonder Pick One Time | One Event Shop Ticket |
| Wonder Pick Two Times | One Event Shop Ticket |
| Wonder Pick Three Times | One Event Shop Ticket |
| Wonder Pick Four Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
| Wonder Pick Five Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
| Wonder Pick Six Times | Three Event Shop Tickets |
| Collect Five Fire-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
| Collect Five Water-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
| Collect Ten Fire-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
| Collect Ten Water-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
| Part 2 Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Blue & Blastoise (Card Back) | N/A |
| Blue & Blastoise (Playmat) | N/A |
| Blastoise (Icon) | N/A |
| Blastoise (Coin) | N/A |
Essential Tips for Wonder Pick Events
- Ticket Carryover: Tickets remain until January 29th. (You'll need 31 tickets for all items.)
- No Notifications: The game doesn't notify you of Bonus or Rare Picks; check regularly.
- All Picks Count: Any Wonder Pick contributes to mission progress.
- Strategic Rare Picks: Prioritize Bonus Picks; only use Rare Picks if nearing the end and missing Promo-A cards.
