In Pokémon GO's Holiday Part 1 branching research, trainers face a crucial decision: aid Spark or Sierra. This guide clarifies the choices, helping you optimize your gameplay.
Pokémon GO Holiday Part 1 Research: Dates & Details
While the official Niantic announcement omits the free event research, it runs from December 17th to December 22nd, 9:59 AM local time. This three-part research, "Holiday Part 1," presents a choice after the initial tasks: assist Team Instinct's Spark or confront Team GO Rocket's Sierra.
Choosing Spark or Sierra: A Comparative Analysis
The core difference lies in the Pokémon types: Ice for Spark, Fire for Sierra. The reward encounters also differ. Let's examine each path:
Spark's Research: Ice-Type Focus
Spark's research tasks center on Ice-type Pokémon. Completing Part 2 rewards an Alolan Vulpix encounter.
Part 2 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
| Take 5 snapshots of different Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
| Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Alolan Vulpix & 2000 XP |
Part 3 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 25 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Ultra Balls |
| Power Up Ice-Type Pokémon 10 Times | 1 Golden Razz Berry |
| Collect MP from 3 Power Spots | 100 Max Particles |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Sandygast & 3000 XP & 2000 Stardust |
Sierra's Research: Fire-Type Focus
Sierra's research emphasizes Fire-type Pokémon, culminating in a Shadow Vulpix encounter in Part 2. Part 3 rewards remain consistent with Spark's path.
Part 2 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Fire-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
| Take 5 snapshots of different Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
| Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Shadow Vulpix & 2000 XP |
Part 3 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 25 Fire-Type Pokémon | 10 Ultra Balls |
| Power Up Fire-Type Pokémon 10 Times | 1 Golden Razz Berry |
| Collect MP from 3 Power Spots | 100 Max Particles |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Sandygast & 3000 XP & 2000 Stardust |
Conclusion: Your Choice
The optimal choice hinges on your desired Vulpix variant (Alolan or Shadow) and preferred Pokémon type for catching and powering up during the Holiday Part 1 event. Pokémon GO is available now.
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