Go Tour, For All Time (and Space)

Not to forget, I have to deliver my "extended preview" of this year's Pokémon Go Tour, which I've already mentioned at the beginning of the season two months ago. It's also in line with those of the past years, despite those being on different days - although this one is too. As mentioned, this year's theme region is Sinnoh, which is a bit of an anomaly, and the event too will feature its own anomalies; both will be explained in due time. "Time" also regards the (features of the) event itself, which seems to be here to stay - that is, "for all time" - and with the region's Pokémon at hand, space is also involved, which also needs to be discerned.

The big draw for "all" is of course the Global edition of the event, which will take place on February 24 and 25, over the course of a weekend. As usual, typical event elements of this and Pokémon Go Fest in the midsummer will make the event, but I'll save that for when the event happens and they are realized. This time, there is also a twist (the "anomalies") in time and space, especially with the prime featured Legendary Pokémon of Dialga and Palkia as their "lords". Also as is the case in some past years, the event is free for all on this weekend; that much is certain, with more to be made certain when the time (and space) are at hand.

Also seemingly "for all time" is a live edition of the event, which will be held the week prior on February 17 and 18 in Los Angeles, centered on (the space called) Rose Bowl Stadium, a venue known for its role in certain ball sports. Much of the same event elements will be accessible for those who can purchase a ticket and attend, along with a few extra location-based and live perks, again as is the norm with similar live events. This too is like in some past years, though more prominent in more recent years - and its staying power seems to be affirmed.

For the matter of this edition itself being an anomaly, I've already explained the reasons why it would be as such in another post... and it looks like the anomaly is set to happen unless surprises manifest within the next couple of weeks. They have to do with completion of the featured region's species and the would-be available Shiny forms, though the latter is almost assured for what is already available; it would also be the first time in either regard. While I wouldn't hold my breath on this changing, I would also be wary of stuff "under the radar".

It's been four years of Pokémon Go Tour, and much has changed for the event as it has for Pokémon Go in general. Yet as is true of certain things, as its elements change, its elements also seemingly stay the same, at least according to what has been previewed for what will take place. The event as well as its process of changing seems definitely set "for all time" - and space, given the dynamics of the current featured region - to continue to serve in both realms.

One year ago: Pokémon Consulting?

Two years ago: Having Faith in (My) Pokémon

Three years ago: "Colored" Moves in Pokémon Games

Four years ago: Coming Up Roses

Five years ago: Cosplay: Eien no Kiseki

Six years ago: Seeking Confirmation

Seven years ago: Time