Patterns of the Wild
Event
Featured Pokemon
Boosted spawns while the event is running
Event bonuses
Active for every trainer while the event runs
Incense will last for two hoursIncreased chance to encounter Pikachu wearing a batik shirt and other event-themed Pokémon while using IncenseIncreased chance to encounter Shiny featured wild Pokémon
Event guide
What to Prioritize
During the Patterns of the Wild event, focus on catching the featured Pokémon: Caterpie, Batik Shirt Pikachu, Oddish, Gloom, Bellsprout, Ledyba, Ledian, Hoppip, Skiploom, Sunkern, and Wurmple. While most of these Pokémon won't dramatically shift your battle team, if you’re a completionist or enjoy shiny hunting, this event is a goldmine. The standout here is the Batik Shirt Pikachu, which is a unique cosmetic variant that might appeal to collectors. Caterpie and Oddish can also evolve into Butterfree and Vileplume, respectively, which can be useful in lower leagues.
Bonuses Worth Using
Take advantage of the event bonuses, especially the two-hour Incense duration. This is a fantastic opportunity to maximize your catches, as you’ll have an increased chance to encounter both the event-themed Pokémon and shinies. The shiny count is high at 11, giving you a reasonable chance to nab those elusive variants. Make sure to stack Incense during the event to enhance your catch efficiency, particularly if you're targeting that shiny Batik Shirt Pikachu.
Is It Worth Your Time?
If you're passionate about shiny hunting or enjoy collecting unique Pokémon, this event is worth your time. The increased shiny rates and the charm of the special Pikachu make for an engaging experience. However, if you’re primarily focused on competitive battling or high-stakes raiding, you might find that the benefits don't outweigh the time investment. The featured Pokémon are mostly fun and nostalgic rather than meta-relevant, so consider your goals before diving in.
Event details sourced from the official announcement and cross-checked against the in-game news feed.