Pokémon Go ‘Dark Flames’ Timed Research and event guide
The “Dark Flames” Pokémon Go event features new Timed Research, Turtonator, and more. We list out all the perks, research, and Collection Challenge.
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Pokémon Go is hosting a “Dark Flames” event, featuring both dark- and fire-type Pokémon, from June 29 until July 2.
The event debuts Turtonator and its shiny form, alongside Mega Sableye. Heatran caught during this time will also know a legacy move: Magma Storm.
In addition to these new features, you’ll get 25% more XP and three additional candy from completing raids.
You can see all the perks, Timed Research, Collection Challenge, and other bonuses below.
‘Dark Flames’ Timed Research and rewards
Rewards: 3 Rare Candy, 5 Razz Berries, 1,000 Stardust
After you complete the first step, the quest will branch into two options: dark or fire. The main rewards for completing the steps are the same, but the individual rewards differ and the steps will rely on focusing more on whatever Pokémon type you chose.
Notably, whichever type you pick will spawn more when using Incense.
Rewards: 2,500 XP, 15 Poké Balls, 1,500 Stardust
Rewards: 2,500 XP, 15 Poké Balls, 1,500 Stardust
Rewards: 5,000 XP, 1 Premium Battle Pass, 2,000 Stardust
Rewards: 5,000 XP, 1 Premium Battle Pass, 2,000 Stardust
Rewards: 7,500 XP, 50 Litten Candy, 2,500 Stardust
Rewards: 7,500 XP, 50 Litten Candy, 2,500 Stardust
Pokémon Go ‘Dark Flames’ Collection Challenges
Rewards: 100 Houndoom Mega Energy, 5,000 XP
Rewards: 100 Houndoom Mega Energy, 5,000 XP