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The Pokémon GO Catch Mastery: Phantump event runs on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time, putting the spotlight on the Stump Pokémon and rewarding Trainers for precise throws.
During the event, players can enjoy an increased chance to encounter Shiny Phantump, 2× XP for Nice Throws or better, and bonus Candy for accurate catches. Phantump will be available through Field Research, free Timed Research, and paid Timed Research.
Here’s everything you need to know about event bonuses, spawns, research tasks, and Shiny Pokémon during the Catch Mastery: Phantump event.
Event Bonuses
The following bonuses are active during the Pokémon GO Catch Mastery: Phantump event:
Phantump, the Stump Pokémon, will appear in Field Research, free Timed Research, and paid Timed Researcht
Increased chance to encounter Shiny Phantump, Drifloon and Cherubi
2× XP for successfully catching Pokémon with Nice Throws or better.
Increased Candy for successfully catching Pokémon with Nice Throws or better
Phantump
Phantump
Phantump, the Stump Pokémon, will appear in Field Research, free Timed Research, and paid Timed Research, with an increased chance of being shiny! It has an incredible shiny, and is perfectly chosen for spooky season.
Shiny sprites
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon are appearing more frequently in the wild:
There is an increased chance to encounter Shiny Drifloon and Cherubi in the wild.
Field Research
Tasks focused on your Poké Ball–throwing accuracy are available. Cherubi and Drifloon may also be available as rewards for completing specific Field Research tasks. We will update with this information when we have it.
| Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Make 10 Nice Throws | |
| Make 3 Great Throws in a row | |
| Make 7 Great Throws | |
| Make an Excellent Throw |
Free and Premium Timed Research
Free and Premium Timed Research featuring Phantump will be available. Trainers can purchase another set of the same Timed Research for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency), and repeat it again as a Premium Timed Research.
Timed Research rewards include the following:
- Encounters with Phantump
- XP
- Stardust
- more
💡 Note on Timed Research
Please note that Timed Research expires. The tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time..
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Phantump Catch Mastery Ultra Ticket Box
The Phantump Catch Mastery Ultra Ticket Box is available for US$1.99 (or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency) and includes an event ticket and two Rare Candies.
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