"Catch Karrablast, Shelmet in Pokémon Go's February Community Day"

Pokémon Go enthusiasts, mark your calendars for the February Community Day on February 9th, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time. This event is set to be a thrilling experience with Karrablast and Shelmet taking center stage. These Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild, giving you ample opportunities to catch them, including their rare Shiny variants.

Who Are the New Pokémon in the Pokémon Go February Community Day?

Karrablast and Shelmet are the stars of this Community Day. Evolving Karrablast during the event or until February 16th at 10:00 p.m. local time will grant you an Escavalier with the powerful Charged Attack, Razor Shell. This move boasts 35 power in Trainer Battles and a whopping 55 power in Gyms and Raids. On the other hand, evolving Shelmet in the same timeframe will yield an Accelgor equipped with the Charged Attack Energy Ball, delivering a consistent 90 power in both Trainer Battles and Gyms/Raids.

Participating in the Special Research during the event will reward you with encounters with Karrablast and Shelmet featuring special Dual Destiny-themed backgrounds, along with a Premium Battle Pass and a Rare Candy XL. Additionally, a Timed Research event will extend for a week post-Community Day, allowing you to unlock tasks that lead to more encounters with these Pokémon, complete with their unique backgrounds.

Don’t Forget the Bonuses

The February Community Day is packed with enticing bonuses. You’ll earn 3× XP for catching Pokémon, double Candy, and a 2× chance for Trainers level 31 and up to obtain Candy XL from catches. Both Lure Modules and Incense (excluding Daily Adventure Incense) will last for three hours. Plus, there's a delightful surprise awaiting those who take photos during the event. Make sure to download Pokémon GO from the Google Play Store and immerse yourself in this exciting event.