Pokémon GO's Shadow Raid Day: A Fiery Ho-Oh Returns!
Get ready for a fiery showdown! Pokémon GO announces a Shadow Raid Day featuring the legendary Ho-Oh on January 19th, 2025. This marks the first Shadow Raid Day of 2025, giving trainers another chance to catch this powerful Fire-type Pokémon.
This event offers several exciting opportunities:
- Increased Shiny Chances: Encounter Shadow Ho-Oh in five-star raids with boosted shiny rates.
- Free Raid Passes: Spin Gyms to earn up to seven free Raid Passes.
- Exclusive Move: Teach your Shadow Ho-Oh the devastating Charged Attack, Sacred Fire (130 power in Trainer Battles, 120 in Raids/Gyms).
- Raid Pass Boost (Optional): A $5 ticket increases your Raid Pass limit to 15, plus offers bonus XP and Stardust. An Ultra Ticket Box ($4.99) also includes a Premium Battle Pass.
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, January 19th, 2025
- Time: 2 pm to 5 pm Local Time
- Featured Pokémon: Shadow Ho-Oh
The $5 ticket provides significant advantages beyond the increased Raid Pass limit. Players will also receive a 50% XP boost and double Stardust from raid battles, lasting until 10 pm local time on January 19th. The increased chance of obtaining Rare Candy XL is also a major benefit for powering up level 40 Pokémon.
This Shadow Raid Day follows the recent Sprigatito Community Day and the introduction of Fidough in 2025. More exciting events are on the horizon, including Community Day Classic (January 25th) and the Lunar New Year event (January 29th – February 2nd). Don't miss out on this chance to add a powerful Shadow Ho-Oh to your collection!
