A serpentine surprise slithers into Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! A Mass Outbreak event featuring Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper is underway, celebrating the Year of the Snake and boosting Shiny encounter rates.
This limited-time event, running from January 9th to January 12th, offers players a heightened chance to snag Shiny versions of these three Pokémon. Silicobra will infest various land areas of Paldea, Ekans will overrun Kitakami, and Seviper will slither into the Terarium. These Pokémon will appear at levels ranging from 10 to 65, scaling with player progression in the main story.
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To participate, players must connect to the internet, access the Poke Portal via the in-game menu, and select "Get Poke Portal News." The Shiny encounter rate is boosted by 0.5% before any additional multipliers are applied. Crafting a Shiny Sandwich can further enhance your chances. Remember, Ekans and Seviper require a Salty or Spicy Herba Mystica and a Green Bell Pepper, while Silicobra needs Ham instead of a pepper.
This event follows the recent Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid, a fitting end to the Year of the Dragon. However, with Pokémon Legends: Z-A potentially launching in 2025, the future of Scarlet and Violet remains uncertain, leaving players wondering what The Pokémon Company has in store for the Year of the Snake.
Key Event Details:
- Event Duration: January 9th - January 12th (7:00 PM EST - 6:59 PM EST)
- Featured Pokémon: Silicobra, Ekans, Seviper
- Shiny Rate Boost: 0.5% (before multipliers)
- Location: Silicobra (various Paldea locations), Ekans (Kitakami), Seviper (Terarium)
- Level Range: 10-65 (based on game progress)
- Requirement: Internet connection
The increased Shiny odds make this a prime opportunity for trainers to expand their collections. Don't miss out on this slithery spectacle!
