A second blade enters the fight! For the first time in Pokémon GO, Trainers will be able to encounter Shiny Keldeo. A ticket for Masterwork Research that leads to an encounter with Shiny Keldeo will be available for purchase globally at the start of the Final Justice event!
Tickets will be available in the in-game shop for US$7.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency, plus any applicable taxes and fees) from Tuesday, November 25, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time. Tickets cannot be purchased with PokéCoins. All ticket purchases are nonrefundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service).
Masterwork Research is designed to be completed over a long period of time and does not expire—so you can take your time and finish it at your own pace!
You may encounter event-themed Pokémon in the wild, including Hitmonlee*, Hitmonchan*, Hitmontop*, and more! You might even encounter Hisuian Sneasel* and Crabrawler*!
You’ll also have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Hitmonlee, Shiny Hitmonchan, and Shiny Hitmontop!
The following Pokémon will appear in raids:
One-Star Raids
Three-Star Raids
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete Field Research tasks:
Complete certain Field Research tasks to earn Keldeo Candy.
Complete the Collection Challenges to receive XP, Stardust, and Premium Battle Passes!
The Pony Tales Masterwork Research Ultra Ticket Box will be available for US$7.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) and includes an event ticket, a Premium Battle Pass, and a Star Piece!
Check it out in the Pokémon GO Web Store!