Pokemon GO's Fashion Week: Taken Over event introduces a highly anticipated feature: remote raid pass compatibility with Shadow Raids. This limited-time opportunity, running from January 15th, 12:00 a.m. to January 19th, 8:00 p.m. local time, allows trainers to participate in one-star, three-star, and five-star Shadow Raids remotely or in person.
This event presents a unique chance to catch Pokémon boasting superior IV stats from Shadow Raids. The convenience extends to the Shadow Ho-Oh Raid Day on January 19th (2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time), where remote participation is also enabled, boosting the odds of encountering a Shiny Shadow Ho-Oh and teaching it Sacred Fire. Furthermore, the event offers the chance to remove the Frustration move from Shadow Pokémon using a Charged TM.
While this functionality is temporary, it directly addresses a long-standing player request since Shadow Raids' 2023 introduction. The temporary nature of remote raid passes in Shadow Raids raises questions about future implementation. Given past criticism regarding the in-person requirement for challenging raids like Dynamax and Gigantamax battles, many players hope this feature becomes a permanent addition. For now, trainers should seize this limited opportunity to experience the convenience of remote Shadow Raids during Fashion Week: Taken Over.
