In Pokémon GO the new Rocket event is coming – and with it a change regarding Shinies. And this is supposedly going to last in the long run.
What kind of event is this? Currently, in Pokémon GO the new “Let’s GO” event is ongoing. As part of this event, a new Rocket takeover will also be initiated next Saturday, March 25, 2023, which will run until March 29, 2023.
This Rocket event will bring some bonuses again. For example, Giovanni will change his Pokémon, the leaders will probably also get new monsters, and the move Frustration can be unlearned during this time.
However, another bonus from the announcement stands out and is well received by trainers.
Crypto-Ruffians now equipped with Shiny Pokémon – But for how long?
This is the change: In the announcement of the Rocket takeover, Niantic writes: “Among the Pokémon you rescue from Team GO Rocket Ruffians, there might even be Shiny Pokémon with a bit of luck!” (via pokemongolive.com).
This is an exciting change, as previously, Shiny Crypto Monsters could only be obtained from Rocket bosses, Giovanni, or special opponents like Jessie and James. The fact that the “normal” Rocket Ruffians can now also distribute Shinies regularly is new.
Particularly exciting is the fact that the change is supposedly not just to last for the event. Pokémon GO YouTuber “TrainerTips” reports in his current video that Niantic confirmed to him that the change is also supposed to last after the event. This would make Shiny Cryptos from Rocket Ruffians available in the long term.
On Twitter, the account “@PokeProfNet” also reported having received relevant information from Niantic (via Twitter). The well-known community website “Pokémon GO Hub” also shared information that it is supposed to be a permanent feature (via Twitter).
Why is it still uncertain? In the official announcement from Niantic, the bonus has only been mentioned officially in the context of the Rocket takeover so far, so the information should be taken with some caution. However, it looks like Rocket Ruffians could now potentially provide Shiny options in the long term.
The prospect of this opportunity is being received positively in the community, for example in the subreddit “TheSilphRoad”:
- “Finally a reason to challenge each and every one” says a user (via reddit).
- “That would be really cool. I already do many Ruffian battles for Stardust, that would be another incentive” comments another (via reddit): “Now I’m just waiting for Niantic to release the Pokémon of the 2nd and 3rd evolution stage that are locked with a Shiny lock for no reason.”
- “That’s cool, I love a good Shiny hunt. I usually ignore Rocket balloons or stops because I already have a Shiny Crypto Metagross, and nothing else interests me with the leaders. But this opens up so many new opportunities” (via reddit)
This is still unclear: While the bonus itself is confirmed, and a longer period seems at least possible, there are still a few points unclear. This applies, for example, to which monsters can be Shiny when Ruffians send them into battle. Whether all are possible, or for example only those already available as Crypto Shiny from the leaders, is still unknown.
So it remains to wait – either until official information exists or at the latest by the start of the event. Then it should quickly become clear what the Shiny pool looks like. We will keep you updated here at MeinMMO.
What do you think about the change? Could the Crypto Shinies motivate you to a few Rocket battles? Let us know in the comments!
Otherwise, during the Let’s GO event, the Pokémon Meltan is in the spotlight – also as a Shiny. How to get Meltan with the wonder box, you can find out here.
