Ultimate Guide to the Pokémon GO Steeled Resolve Event

The upcoming Steeled Resolve event in Pokémon GO promises an exciting challenge for Trainers, focusing on the resilient Steel-type Pokémon. This multi-day event will not only introduce new Pokémon debuts but will also feature a number of exclusive spawns, similar to previous Pokémon GO events. Participants can look forward to enhanced rewards and a variety of raid bosses, making it an engaging experience.

From Tuesday, January 21 at 10:00 AM to Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 08:00 PM, Trainers can immerse themselves in this special occasion. Additionally, the Steeled Resolve event will overlap with the Legendary Flight event, which will allow players to battle and catch Dynamax versions of iconic Legendary birds, including Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres during Max Battles. Prepare to take full advantage of the challenges, rewards, and new Pokémon arrivals!

All Pokémon Debuts During Steeled Resolve Event

Corviknight & Its Evolution Chain

Corviknight, Corvisquire, and Rookidee are set to make their Pokémon GO debut during the Steeled Resolve event. These raven-inspired Pokémon hail from Generation VIII and were initially featured in the Sword & Shield games. Known for their formidable Defense stats, Corviknight and its pre-evolutions are expected to be formidable additions to any Trainer’s lineup.

Evolving Rookidee into Corvisquire requires 25 Rookidee Candy. To further evolve Corvisquire into Corviknight, Trainers will need to gather 100 Rookidee Candy. Utilizing Pinap Berries while catching these Pokémon can significantly expedite candy collection. Additionally, appointing Rookidee as your Buddy Pokémon allows for extra candy with every set distance walked, and Rare Candies can also be utilized to reach candy requirements more efficiently.

Increased Spawns & Wild Encounters During Steeled Resolve Event

A Wide Variety of Encounters

During the Steeled Resolve event, Trainers will experience increased spawns of various Pokémon, including Clefairy, Marill, and Carbink. This event is an excellent opportunity for players aiming to complete their Pokédex or farm for candy. The following Pokémon will appear more frequently:

Clefairy
Machop
Totodile
Marill
Hoppip
Paldean Wooper
Shieldon
Bunnelby
Carbink
Mareanie

Notably, aside from Carbink, all featured Pokémon have the potential to be Shiny. This presents an ideal chance for enthusiastic Shiny hunters to expand their collections. While the odds can vary, with persistence and determination, Trainers should be able to encounter some Shiny Pokémon during this event.

All Raids During Steeled Resolve Event

Highlighting Legendary Raids

Pokemon Deoxys — Custom Image by Jorge Aguilar

The event will also feature an array of raid challenges, including both forms of Deoxys—Attack and Defense. Deoxys will be available alongside other raid bosses, such as Mega Gallade, Mega Medicham, Pancham, and Lickitung. Below is a schedule of raid availability during the event:

Raid Boss	Raid Level	Date & Time	Can It Be Shiny?
Lickitung	One	January 21 at 10:00 AM until January 26 at 08:00 PM local time	Yes
Crust	One	January 21 at 10:00 AM until January 26 at 08:00 PM local time	Yes
Pancham	One	January 21 at 10:00 AM until January 26 at 08:00 PM local time	Yes
Amaura	One	January 21 at 10:00 AM until January 26 at 08:00 PM local time	Yes
Deoxys (Attack Forme)	Five	January 21 at 10:00 AM until January 24 at 10:00 AM local time	No
Deoxys (Defense Forme)	Five	January 21 at 10:00 AM until January 24 at 10:00 AM local time	No
Dialga	Five	January 24 at 10:00 AM until January 26 at 08:00 PM local time	Yes
Mega Gallade	Mega	January 21 at 10:00 AM until January 24 at 10:00 AM local time	Yes
Mega Medicham	Mega	January 24 at 10:00 AM until January 26 at 08:00 PM local time	Yes

For the raids featured in Steeled Resolve, only Deoxys will not have a Shiny form available. However, players will still have ample opportunity to catch Shiny versions of other raid bosses, such as Shiny Dialga, with persistence and a bit of luck during their battles.

All Steeled Resolve Event Rewards

Farming Rookidee Candy Made Easy

The Steeled Resolve event also brings special bonuses for participants, including the Magnetic Lure. This item, when used at PokeStops, attracts an alternative range of Pokémon such as Onix, Beldum, Shieldon, and Rookidee, making it an effective tool for gathering Candy needed for evolution during its 30-minute use.

While specifics regarding Field Research tasks won’t be available until the event begins, players can expect rewards like Poké Balls, Revives, Super Potions, and extra encounters with the event’s featured Pokémon. Additionally, for $5 (or local equivalent), Trainers can unlock exclusive Timed Research that offers valuable rewards such as Stardust, XP, Elite Charged TMs, and more encounters with event-themed Pokémon.

As a bonus, players will also have the chance to have their Shadow Pokémon forget the Charged Attack Frustration by using a TM. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for January 21 so you can make the most out of Rookidee Candy farming and seize the chance to add Corviknight to your Pokémon GO collection.

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