Pokémon GO Leak Hints at New Adventure Effects for Black and White Kyurem
A recent Pokémon GO leak suggests exciting new additions tied to the upcoming arrival of Black and White Kyurem. These Legendary Pokémon, slated to debut during the GO Tour: Unova event on March 1st and 2nd, 2025, are rumored to introduce unique Adventure Effects.
Specifically, data miners at Pokeminers have uncovered two new Adventure Effects:
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Ice Burn (White Kyurem): This effect will temporarily slow down the target ring during Pokémon encounters, significantly improving the chances of landing Great or Excellent throws.
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Freeze Shock (Black Kyurem): This effect will temporarily paralyze the encountered Pokémon, preventing it from fleeing or disrupting the catch attempt.
These temporary bonuses could prove invaluable for capturing particularly elusive Pokémon.
More than just new effects:
The leak also reveals a potential new item: the "Lucky Trinket." This item would instantly grant Lucky Friend status to players who are already Great Friends or higher, facilitating Lucky Trades for a limited time. Considering the rarity of achieving Lucky Friend status, this item could be a game-changer.
Other upcoming events:
While the GO Tour: Unova event is still some time away, players can look forward to several other exciting events in the near future:
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Steely Resolve Event (January 21st): The Corviknight evolution line will be added to the game.
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Five-Star Raids (January 21st onwards): Deoxys and Dialga will be featured in five-star raids.
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Dynamax Legendary Bird Trio Raids (January 20th - February 3rd): Players will have a chance to encounter Dynamax versions of the Legendary Birds.
The arrival of Black and White Kyurem, along with their unique Adventure Effects and the potential Lucky Trinket, promises a thrilling addition to the Pokémon GO experience. Keep an eye out for official announcements from Niantic for confirmation.
