That there are occasionally discrepancies between trainers in Pokémon GO is nothing new. However, an elderly lady is currently causing serious trouble while collecting coins. We have summarized what this is all about here on MeinMMO.
Which coins are we talking about? In Pokémon GO, there is a separate in-game currency called Poké Coins. You can earn these by occupying gyms or buy them with real money and then spend them in the shop for in-game items.
However, a retiree is currently driving the trainers in her town to frustration and not allowing them to collect coins anymore. What she is doing and how the players are reacting, we have summarized for you below.
Old lady prevents trainers from collecting coins
What did the lady do? On Reddit, the user No-Pilot-1252 shares a cry for help, because they have barely been able to collect coins for some time. An elderly lady is said to be responsible, who is harassing the players.
He explains in his post that a retiree claims all the gyms in her town for herself and immediately throws out other players as soon as they have entered, which makes it impossible for them to earn the 50 coins per day. Furthermore, she is said to follow the players throughout the town. He writes:
An elderly lady takes over all the gyms in the town and does not allow others to get their coins for the day. She basically drives around all day throwing others out of any gym that doesn’t “belong” to her. This has been going on for a while and has prevented others from playing. She has already been reported, and even the police were called due to harassment. What can we do?
No-Pilot-1252 via reddit.com
Edit: To clarify: I was not the one who called the police. Additionally, she was following people around the town step by step, even into their houses. She also sat in front of their houses.
The behavior of the woman has caused such a stir in the area that, according to No-Pilot-1252, there have been several reports. Now he is asking the community for tips on what they can still do.
Why is this a problem? The coins in Pokémon GO repeatedly cause problems between trainers. They are particularly important for many players to purchase items, stickers, or even expansions for their item and Pokémon storage. Those who want to secure such content without using real money are thus dependent on the coins from the gyms.
Trainers suggest tactical attacks
Trainers give tips: In the community, many can understand the frustration of the players. Some have also had experiences with such trainers in the past and give tips on what No-Pilot-1252 and his friends could do (via reddit.com):
- ElementoDeus:
There are two options: leave her in for weeks and then throw them all out on the same day (maximum 50 coins). Or you form a group, find out which gyms she owns, split up, and take the gyms at the same time. Make sure that every gym she wants to reclaim is focused on until she has no Pokémon, potions, revives, and coins left.
- Barber_Guy:
Or you can talk to the lady and explain to her that she is ruining your fun in the game.
- Chicken_X:
Here is what I did: Get a good gym defender (Heiteira, Woingenau, etc.) and level it up. Then take an afternoon to annoy the opponent. Hang around near the gym for hours. […] Have a good time, but bring a power bank. Collect golden raspberries beforehand. Invite other trainers to join you. […] Just sit there and feed your Pokémon every time. After 10 golden raspberries, you will eventually have to stop. BUT as soon as she puts hers in, you fight against it and start over. The idea is to waste their time and resources. If it’s a solo player, they will probably give up faster than you think, especially if they hit multiple areas.
However, there are also a number of players who find it excessive to call the police over a mobile game. Many trainers who do this are, in their opinion, only after the gold medal at the respective gyms, which is why they believe the problem will solve itself sooner or later.
Criticism of the coin system: Especially the current coin system is repeatedly criticized due to such reports. While in some areas trainers are voluntarily thrown out of gyms, players in rural regions often have to wait for weeks for the return of Pokémon. For this reason, many players have long been wishing for a change.
Reddit user coolcarters14 is also convinced that something needs to happen and writes:
I feel like the gym system in general is just bad and can be easily exploited. Do you live in a rural area? Your Pokémon get stuck in purgatory. Do you live in a crowded area? Your Pokémon get kicked out before they accomplish anything. And then there are situations like this. If there were coins for battling in gyms, or if you could automatically kick your Pokémon out after 8 hours, it might be a bit more pleasant.
coolcarters14 via reddit.com
Whether there will be changes here and if trainers will potentially be able to rejoice over a new coin system remains to be seen.
What are your experiences with other players? Have you also had difficulties getting your daily coins? And what have you done against trainers who constantly threw you out of gyms? Feel free to let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers.
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