Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day Event

Get ready for an action-packed event as Pokémon Go hosts the Sparring Partners Raid Day on April 13th from 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time. This three-hour window is your chance to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and engage in thrilling combat with some of the fiercest fighting-type Pokémon around.

The highlight of the event is the introduction of Mega Heracross in Mega Raids, bringing a new level of challenge and excitement. Alongside Mega Heracross, Hariyama and Scraggy will appear in regular raids, both with increased chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It's a perfect opportunity for trainers to test their skills against these powerful fighters.

Adding to the excitement, a new Charged Attack called Upper Hand will be introduced during the event. This move allows featured Pokémon to unleash a 70-power strike in Trainer Battles, with the potential to lower the opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power hit, giving you a strategic advantage in your battles.

To enhance your Raid Day experience, you can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs. For one weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit will increase to 20, allowing you more opportunities to participate in raids from anywhere.

For those looking to maximize their gains, a $4.99 ticket is available, offering additional Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Moreover, you can use *Pokémon Go codes* to claim various in-game rewards and freebies.

Don't miss out on the free Timed Research available during the event. Completing it before time runs out will reward you with a substantial amount of Stardust and other raid-related boosts. Additionally, a special ticket bundle in the Pokémon Go Web Store includes a Premium Battle Pass, further enhancing your event experience.