Niantic is gearing up for September with an exciting new event in Pokémon GO. The Falinks Raid Day offers players a unique opportunity to catch this Generation 8 Fighting-type Pokémon, along with several special bonuses to make the experience even more rewarding.
When Is Falinks Raid Day?
Mark your calendars! The Falinks Raid Day will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time. For three hours, Falinks will be appearing more frequently in raids, offering players a prime chance to add this unique Pokémon to their collection.
Event Bonuses and Features
The Falinks Raid Day comes with several enticing bonuses that will enhance your gameplay experience:
- Increased Raid Frequency: Falinks will appear more frequently in raids, including its shiny variant.
- Free Raid Passes: Players can earn up to five additional free Raid Passes by spinning Photo Discs at Gyms.
- Higher Shiny Chance: There’s a boosted chance of encountering a shiny Falinks during the event.
- Remote Raid Pass Limit Increase: From Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM CST to Sunday, September 8, 2024, at 10:00 PM CST, the Remote Raid Pass limit will be increased to 20.
Special Event Ticket
For those looking to maximize their rewards, a special event ticket will be available for purchase for $5 through the Pokémon GO web store. The ticket grants access to the following additional bonuses:
- Eight Extra Raid Passes: Spin Photo Discs at Gyms to receive eight additional Raid Passes, for a total of 14 in a day.
- Increased Rare Candy XL Drop Rate: A higher chance of earning Rare Candy XL from raids.
- 50% More XP: Earn 50% more XP from completing raids.
- Double Stardust: Get double the amount of Stardust from raids.
These bonuses will be active on Sunday, September 8, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM local time, giving you an extended period to enjoy the event’s benefits.
Conclusion
The Falinks Raid Day is set to be a thrilling start to September’s Pokémon GO events. Whether you’re looking to add a shiny Falinks to your Pokédex or simply enjoy the extra rewards, this event has something for every player. Don’t miss out on the action this September 8th!
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