249. 9th Wish!

Pokémon GO turns 9 years old, and we’re celebrating with tons of events, new raids, and shiny surprises! This week, we break down the latest in-game happenings and what Trainers should keep an eye on this month.

🧠 Today’s Research Topics:

🎉 9th Anniversary Art Drop
Niantic shares a special tribute to 9 years of Pokémon GO!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/pokemongo-9th-anniversary-art

⚔️ Ultra Unlock Part 2: Steel & Scales
Dragon and Steel-types dominate in this epic second phase of the Ultra Unlock!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/ultra-unlock-steel-and-scales

🌸 Hisuian Lilligant Raid Day
Lilligant (Hisuian) debuts—get those raid teams ready!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/news/hisuian-lilligant-raid-day-2025?hl=en

💧 Water Festival 2025
A wave of Water-types, shinies, and bonuses rolls into GO!
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/water-festival-2025

🌊 G-Max Lapras Returns!
Gigantamax Lapras is back—don’t miss this Max Battle Day.
🔗 https://pokemongo.com/news/gigantamax-lapras-max-battle-day-2025?hl=en

🔥 Get Good, Get Rekt!
We jump into the PvP scene—updates, spice picks, and GBL highlights.

🃏 TCG Pocket Meta Chat
Quick takes on what’s hot in Pokémon TCG Pocket this week!

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