Pokémon Go to Test Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day

As you eagerly await the debut of Tinkatink, get ready for some intense battling action during Pokémon Go's Sparring Partners Raid Day on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a three-hour window to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and take on some of the fiercest fighting-types in the game.

Kicking off the event is Mega Heracross, making its grand entrance in Mega Raids with formidable power. But don't overlook Hariyama and Scraggy, who will be flexing their muscles in regular raids throughout the event, with increased chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It's a Fighting-type showdown, so bring your strongest counters to the battlefield.

The excitement doesn't stop at raids. Sparring Partners Raid Day also introduces a new Charged Attack called Upper Hand, available for featured Pokémon. This move packs a punch with 70 power in Trainer Battles and can potentially decrease your opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power hit. It's a versatile move that could give you the upper hand in your next battle.

To sweeten the deal, you'll have the chance to collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs. For one weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit increases to 20, offering more opportunities to join raids from anywhere. And for just $4.99, you can purchase a ticket that unlocks additional perks, including extra Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Don't forget to use *Pokémon Go codes* to claim a variety of free rewards!

Make sure to participate in the free Timed Research available during the event. Complete it before time runs out, and you'll be rewarded with a substantial amount of Stardust and additional boosts to enhance your raid performance. There's also a special ticket bundle available in the Pokémon Go Web Store, which includes a Premium Battle Pass to further elevate your gameplay experience.