As this is the last day of the month, my usual monthly rollup of events in Pokémon Go needs to be made today, and it has to, since in fact the primary content of the events ran up all the way to yesterday. Speaking of which, that primary content started out way back at the very beginning of the month and proceeded with three-day "break" gaps between each event; some of these are also "complement" events to the usual main happenings of Pokémon Go around these months. With that, things become rather significant and require quite a bit of detailing.
Kicking off the month was the Stadium Sights event from June 1 to 4. This is one of the "complement" events, being the complement to this year's Asian edition of Pokémon Go Fest in Sendai. It featured Pokémon of the Fighting and Flying types, certainly those that could be seen in arenas or stadiums; a host of them appeared in the wild, 7 km Eggs, and Field Research task encounters, with the primary feature being Shiny Emolga that also co-debuts with the Sendai event. Those that wanted more could opt to purchase a Timed Research set with Emolga encounters as well as a Super Incubator and extra Emolga Candy. Increased Candy and Stardust bonuses for hatching helped seal the deal for Trainers to attain new heights with this event.
Following the event, there might have been demand for a rest, and that's where the Slumbering Sands event came in from June 7 to 12. As expected, the featured Pokémon were those related to sleep or dreams, or are lax in general. Komala is one of them, and its Shiny form made a debut, along with the Slakoth family wearing a visor. As expected, they appeared in the wild and Field Research task encounters, while Snorlax with a nightcap also appeared... for those who connect a Pokémon Go Plus + and gotten a Timed Research set. Another set could be obtained for payment, containing a fashion item, encounters, and helpful items. The event also featured a bonus of double XP for catching, photo bombs, a Collection Challenge, and showcases - so there may or may not have been enough rest for everyone.
Next on the "complement" agenda was the Spelunker's Cove event from June 15 to 18. This time, it was for the European edition of Pokémon Go Fest in Madrid. Now, to spelunk means to venture into caves, so appropriately, all the featured Pokémon were rocky, watery, or could be found by the beachside; this includes the slightly oddball Crabrawler, for which its Shiny form made its debut at this time. The Pokémon all appeared in the wild, raids, and Field Research task encounters. Like the earlier complement event, this one had a bonus (double Candy catch) and a Timed Research set with Crabrawler, Premium Battle Passes, and the Candy for the respective Pokémon, which might be a driver for further spelunking, as is this event in general.
Scorching Steps, the next event in line from June 21 to 25, heated things up a little - in particular since the event involved Eggs to be incubated (heated), with bonuses of extra Candy and reduced hatch distance (quarter for the first three with the widget, half for the rest) plus increased chances for Shiny Slugma and Litleo. Apart from that, the important debut was for Shiny Larvesta, which could be hatched from 2 km, 5 km, and 5 km Eggs, if not other fiery Pokémon. On the side of Research, Field Research had mainly the first two fiery Pokémon above, while a Timed Research set furnished essentials as well as some of the fiery Pokémon. Along with them, there were also showcases of the featured Pokémon, all bringing their own heat to the table.
The last event of the table is a complement to the game's founding - that is, its anniversary. The Anniversary Party, which started on June 28 and will run until July 3, brings forth the celebration. Since it's the eighth anniversary, Grimer (Dex number #88) comes to enliven things with a party hat version, also being able to evolve as Muk still with the costume. It joins previous Pokémon with party hats - as well as Pikachu with the cake hat - in the wild and raids. Starter Pokémon are also all around, with the ninth generation ones throughout in the wild, others from previous generations in two-day batches, and all of them in Field Research encounters plus possible Mega Energy. Bonuses for friendship and Gimmighoul Coins are also present throughout, while other bonuses come in two-day batches. The rest of the event features are Shiny Meltan and more frequent Mystery Box openings, Timed Research with party hat Pokémon and Meltan encounters (free) plus items and another encounter (paid), Shiny Celebi in a Masterwork Research for those who haven't gotten it with associated bonuses, and an Anniversary Box bundle in either shop, as well as fashion items, stickers, and showcases. Lastly, as a part of the above, on June 29, there were Mega Rayquaza Elite Raids, with additional Timed Research sets. There will be more on the anniversary aspect soon, but this event serves as a testament of it for now.
It is certain that the last of the events above is the major complement, but all the others have complements in their own ways, whether as part of the seasonal Go Fest celebrations or just being quirky in their own right. As significant as things go, this time of year for Pokémon Go is one of those times, and the events only have to make that fact more significant, including in detail.
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