Attention, Pokémon Trainers! The latest data mining reports are in, and they’re brimming with excitement. From the upcoming season titled “Adventures Abound” to the possibility of a second Master Ball, there’s a lot to unpack.
We are also invited to dive into the mysterious region of Paldea, with a branching quest line featuring all three Paldean starters. Not only that, but all non-legendary Paldean Pokédex entries have been updated! 🌍 🔍 📸
💡 Disclaimer: You know the drill by now. Please read through all of this with a grain of salt – we often post data mining reports that take months to release, and we don’t want our readers disappointed. Be smart, read this like speculation, and be happy once it goes live.
All this information is publicly provided by the PokéMiners and includes some of my commentaries. Remember, while the PokéMiners have provided this information, always take these updates with a grain of salt. Some of these features might take a while to go live, or may never go live at all.
Report highlights
- Go Fest Bonuses: Expect 2x Friendship bonuses for raids, no daily limit on Remote Raids, and six special trades per day.
- A Paldean Adventure: The season-long research for “Adventures Abound” is set to be a thrilling journey through Paldea.
- Choose Your Starter: Embark on unique quests based on your choice of Paldea starter Pokémon: Sprigatito, Fuecoco, or Quaxly. Each branch offers a deep dive into the characteristics and evolutions of these Pokémon.
- Master Ball Timed Research?: Speculation is rife about a new timed research for another Master Ball.
- Pokédex Updates: Several Pokémon descriptions have been updated, shifting from paranormal magazine references to old expedition journals.
- New Tasks: Get ready to snap pictures of various Pokémon types in the wild!
Go Fest Bonuses
RESOURCE ID: bonus_friendship_raid_double TEXT: 2× friendship bonus damage in raids RESOURCE ID: bonus_rrp_limit_uncap TEXT: No daily limit on Remote Raids RESOURCE ID: bonus_total_6_special_trades TEXT: Six total Special Trades per day
As announced 2x Friendship bonuses for raids, No remote raid limit, and Six special trades per day.
Season 12 – Adventures Abound
RESOURCE ID: event_season12_name TEXT: Current Season: Adventures Abound RESOURCE ID: combat_title_season_12 TEXT: GO Battle League: Adventures Abound RESOURCE ID: season_gbl_forecast_title_12 TEXT: Pokémon GO: Adventures Abound
It appears that the season will be called Adventures Abound
A Paldean Adventure
RESOURCE ID: quest_title_season12 TEXT: A Paldean Adventure
The Season long research for Adventures Abound will be called “A Paldean Adventure”
Step 1
RESOURCE ID: quest_title_season12_0 TEXT: A Paldean Adventure (1/5) RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_0_0 TEXT: %PLAYERNAME%, exciting news! In my most recent research, I came across an excerpt describing a region with little agricultural villages filled with port towns and lively markets called Paldea! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_0_1 TEXT: It has towering mountains and lakes, wilderness and rugged mountainous areas, and magnificent lands! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_0_2 TEXT: Pokémon live everywhere in nature, such as on trees and in rivers. You might have already guessed, but there are indeed Pokémon for us to encounter from this region! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_0_3 TEXT: I heard Paldea is a spectacular place, and it could very well exceed my imagination! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_0_4 TEXT: I've jotted down some quick notes, and I believe there's still more for us to discover! If you're up for it, please join me in finding out more about them!
Willow discovered Paldea.
Branch Choice – Choose your Starter
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_branch_0 TEXT: Which type of Pokémon would you like to start on your journey through Paldea, %PLAYERNAME%? Choose the one you're most drawn to and we'll be on our way!
It appears that the quests branch out into three branches here, and wouldn’t you know there’s a branch for each starter.
Sprigatito Branch
Sprigatito
Grass
RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_1_title_key TEXT: Adventure with Sprigatito RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_1_description_key TEXT: Choose this option to go on adventures with Sprigatito! RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_1_button_key TEXT: Adventure with Sprigatito
Step 2 – Sprigatito Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_1_0 TEXT: Great choice! Sprigatito is capricious and attention-seeking, and it's so full of life! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_1_1 TEXT: In fact, its fluffy fur is similar in composition to plants, allowing it to absorb sunlight for energy. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_1_2 TEXT: Sprigatito has an entrancing smell. The sweet scent its body gives off mesmerizes those around it. The scent grows stronger when this Pokémon is in the sun. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_1_3 TEXT: Let’s walk around and look for some Grass-type Pokémon as we have Sprigatito top of mind, %PLAYERNAME%.
Sprigatito has plant-like fur. Never would have guessed. You’ll need to catch some grass types for this step.
Step 3 – Sprigatito Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_2_0 TEXT: Welcome back, %PLAYERNAME%! How did it go? Exploring with your new Pokémon is the best way to grow your bond, and we've discovered even more characteristics! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_2_1 TEXT: Sprigatito washes its face regularly to avoid drying out, what a great self care regiment! I've heard that Sprigatito's evolution, Floragato is ready to bloom. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_2_2 TEXT: Let's get back out there and evolve one to see for yourself!
Sprigatito, the master of self-care. Now evolve one, it’s ready to bloom!
Step 4 – Sprigatito Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_3_0 TEXT: Wow, amazing progress %PLAYERNAME%! There never seems to be a dull moment with a companion such as Floragato! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_3_1 TEXT: Its fur can change in hardness depending on its mood — and becomes sharp as needles when it is ready to battle. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_3_2 TEXT: Floragato deftly wields a vine hidden beneath its long fur, slamming the hard flower bud against its opponents. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_3_3 TEXT: Make sure to give it some attention %PLAYERNAME%, Floragato needs proper nurturing! There's one more evolution... It'll be a great time to buddy up as you continue to press on!
Floragato’s fur becomes sharp as needles when it gets ready for battle. Interesting. Now evolve one!
Step 5 – Sprigatito Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_4_0 TEXT: Incredible! Meowscarada is indeed a special adventure buddy! With skillful misdirection, it rigs foes with pollen-packed flower bombs. Meowscarada sets off the bombs before its foes realize what's going on. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_a_4_1 TEXT: It's certainly comforting to know you're on the same team! We're all done for now, and I hope you continue to explore out there with your new Pokémon! Have a lovely day, %PLAYERNAME%.
Sneaky Meowscarada flower bombs!
Fuecoco Branch
Fuecoco
Fire
RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_2_title_key TEXT: Adventure with Fuecoco RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_2_description_key TEXT: Choose this option to go on adventures with Fuecoco! RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_2_button_key TEXT: Adventure with Fuecoco
Step 2 – Fuecoco Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_1_0 TEXT: Great choice! Fuecoco is full of energy! This energy is released from the dent atop Fuecoco’s head and flickers to and fro. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_1_1 TEXT: Let’s use that energy to walk around and look for some Fire-type Pokémon, %PLAYERNAME%.
Poor Fuecoco only gets two lines of dialog, and you guessed it: Catch some fire-types.
Step 3 – Fuecoco Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_2_0 TEXT: Welcome back, %PLAYERNAME%! How did it go? Exploring with your new Pokémon is the best way to grow your bond, and we've discovered even more characteristics! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_2_1 TEXT: It lies on warm rocks and uses the heat absorbed by its square-shaped scales to create fire energy. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_2_2 TEXT: I've heard that Fuecoco's evolution, Crocalor can really light things up! Let's get back out there and try to evolve one for ourselves! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_3_0 TEXT: Wow, amazing progress %PLAYERNAME%! There never seems to be a dull moment with a companion such as Crocalor!
Fuecoco creates fire energy by absorbing heat with its square-shaped scales. Fascinating. Evolve one!
Step 4 – Fuecoco Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_3_1 TEXT: The combination of Crocalor’s fire energy and overflowing vitality has caused an egg-shaped fireball to appear on the Pokémon’s head. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_3_2 TEXT: This Pokémon utters a guttural cry as it spews flames every which way. I'm fired up %PLAYERNAME%, Crocalor is red hot! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_3_3 TEXT: There's one more evolution... It'll be a great time to buddy up as you continue to press on!
“This Pokémon utters a guttural cry as it spews flames every which way.” That’s mildly terrifying. Now evolve one!
Step 5 – Fuecoco Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_4_0 TEXT: Incredible! Skeledirge is indeed a special adventure buddy! Skeledirge’s gentle singing soothes the souls of all that hear it. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_4_1 TEXT: It burns its enemies to a crisp with flames of over 5,400 degrees Fahrenheit. It's certainly comforting to know you're on the same team! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_b_4_2 TEXT: We're all done for now, and I hope you continue to explore out there with your new Pokémon! Have a lovely day, %PLAYERNAME%.
Flames of over 5,400 degrees Fahrenheit?! What? That’s 2982.222 Celsius!
Quaxly Branch
Quaxly
Water
RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_3_title_key TEXT: Adventure with Quaxly RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_3_description_key TEXT: Choose this option to go on adventures with Quaxly! RESOURCE ID: season12_branch_3_button_key TEXT: Adventure with Quaxly
Step 2 – Quaxly Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_1_0 TEXT: Great choice! Quaxly is an earnest and tidy Pokémon. What a neat Pokémon to begin your journey with! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_1_1 TEXT: Quaxly's feathers secrete a glossy gel which protects its body against water and grime. There's rarely a misplaced feather in the lovely coif decorating its head! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_1_2 TEXT: Let’s walk around and look for some Water-type Pokémon as we have Quaxly top of mind, %PLAYERNAME%.
Quaxly gets three lines. Catch Water-types.
Step 3 – Quaxly Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_2_0 TEXT: Welcome back, %PLAYERNAME%! How did it go? Exploring with your new Pokémon is the best way to grow your bond, and we've discovered even more characteristics! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_2_1 TEXT: This Pokémon migrated to Paldea from distant lands long ago. Its strong legs let it easily swim around in even fast-flowing rivers. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_2_2 TEXT: I've heard that Quaxly's evolution, Quaxwell can really kick things up a notch! Let's dive in a little more and try to evolve one for ourselves!
Apparently, Quaxly migrated to Paldea. Fascinating, I wonder where from.
Step 4 – Quaxly Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_3_0 TEXT: Wow, amazing progress %PLAYERNAME%! There never seems to be a dry moment with a companion such as Quaxwell! RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_3_1 TEXT: These Pokémon constantly run through shallow waters to train their legs, then compete with each other to see which of them kicks most gracefully. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_3_2 TEXT: The hardworking Quaxwell observes people and Pokémon from various regions and incorporates their movements into its own dance routines. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_3_3 TEXT: It's a great reminder to tap your toes and put on your dancing shoes when the opportunity presents itself %PLAYERNAME%! There's one more evolution... It'll be a great time to buddy up as you continue on!
“There never seems to be a dry moment with a companion such as Quaxwell” Willow’s got jokes.
Step 5 – Quaxly Branch
RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_4_0 TEXT: Incredible! Quaquaval is indeed a special adventure buddy! A single kick from a Quaquaval can send a truck rolling. This Pokémon uses its powerful legs to perform striking dances from far-off lands. RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season12_c_4_1 TEXT: It's certainly comforting to know you're on the same team! We're all done for now, and I hope you continue to explore out there with your new Pokémon! Have a lovely day, %PLAYERNAME%.
If you ever want to roll a truck, Quaquaval is apparently the right Pokémon for the job.
A new Master Ball Timed Research?
RESOURCE ID: timed_trial_mb_research_title TEXT: Timed Investigation: Master Ball
Are we going to get timed research for another Master Ball? This would fall in line with my prediction we’d get one every season. This is the only line so far on this, so speculation abounds!
Added Pokémon Forms
Male Oinkologne
Oinkologne (Male)
Normal
RESOURCE ID: form_oinkologne_male TEXT: Male
Hero Form Palafin
Palafin (Hero)
Water
RESOURCE ID: form_palafin_hero TEXT: Hero Form
White Plumage Squakabilly
Squawkabilly (White Plumage)
Normal
RESOURCE ID: form_squakabilly_white TEXT: White Plumage
Stretchy Form Tatsugiri
Tatsugiri (Strety)
DragonWater
RESOURCE ID: form_stretchy TEXT: Stretchy Form
Paldea Pokédex Entries Updates
Iron Treads
Iron Treads
GroundSteel
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_0990 Removed TEXT: This Pokémon closely resembles a scientific weapon that a paranormal magazine claimed was sent to this planet by aliens. Added TEXT: Sightings of this Pokémon have occurred in recent years. It resembles a mysterious object described in an old expedition journal.
Iron Bundle
Iron Bundle
IceWater
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_0991 Removed TEXT: Its shape is similar to a robot featured in a paranormal magazine article. The robot was said to have been created by an ancient civilization. Added TEXT: It resembles a mysterious object mentioned in an old book. There are only two reported sightings of this Pokémon.
Iron Hands
Iron Hands
FightingElectric
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_0992 Removed TEXT: It is very similar to a cyborg covered exclusively by a paranormal magazine. The cyborg was said to be the modified form of a certain athlete. Added TEXT: This Pokémon shares many similarities with Iron Hands, an object mentioned in a certain expedition journal.
Iron Jugulis
Iron Jugulis
Dark
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_0993 Removed TEXT: It resembles a certain Pokémon introduced in a paranormal magazine, described as the offspring of a Hydreigon that fell in love with a robot. Added TEXT: It’s possible that Iron Jugulis, an object described in an old book, may actually be this Pokémon.
Iron Moth
Iron Moth
FirePoison
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_0994 Removed TEXT: This Pokémon resembles an unknown object described in a paranormal magazine as a UFO sent to observe humanity. Added TEXT: No records exist of this species being caught. Data is lacking, but the Pokémon’s traits match up with an object described in an old book.
Iron Thorns
Iron Thorns
RockElectric
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_0995 Removed TEXT: It has some similarities to a Pokémon introduced in a dubious magazine as a Tyranitar from one billion years into the future. Added TEXT: Some of its notable features match those of an object named within a certain expedition journal as Iron Thorns.
Frigibax
Frigibax
DragonIce
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_0996 TEXT: Frigibax absorbs heat through its dorsal fin and converts the heat into ice energy. The higher the temperature, the more energy Frigibax stores.
Iron Valiant
Iron Valiant
FairyFighting
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_1006 Removed TEXT: It has some similarities to a mad scientist’s invention covered in a paranormal magazine. Added TEXT: It’s possible that this is the object listed as Iron Valiant in a certain expedition journal.
Koraidon
Koraidon
FightingDragon
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_1007_2996 TEXT: This seems to be the Winged King mentioned in an old expedition journal. It was said to have split the land with its bare fists.
Miraidon
Miraidon
ElectricDragon
RESOURCE ID: pokemon_desc_1008_2997 Removed TEXT: Much remains unknown about this creature. It resembles Cyclizar, but it is far more ruthless and powerful. Added TEXT: This seems to be the Iron Serpent mentioned in an old book. The Iron Serpent is said to have turned the land to ash with its lightning.
Random Bits
Friendship Level XP Bonuses
RESOURCE ID: bonus_friendship_levelup_1.5x TEXT: 1.5× XP from increasing Friendship levels RESOURCE ID: bonus_friendship_levelup_2x TEXT: 2× XP from increasing Friendship levels
1.5x and 2x experience for increasing friendship levels? Might be time to start hoarding those Ultra and Best Friend interactions.
Bonus Raid Candy
RESOURCE ID: bonus_raid_6_candy TEXT: Six additional Candy from catching Pokémon in five-star, Mega, and Primal Raids
A bonus 6 candy for catching Pokémon in five-star, Mega, and Primal Raids.
Text for Hindi
RESOURCE ID: hindi Removed TEXT: हिन्दी Added TEXT: Hindi
New Tasks
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_dark_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Dark-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_dragon_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Dragon-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_electric_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Electric-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_fairy_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Fairy-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_fighting_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Fighting-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_flying_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Flying-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_ghost_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Ghost-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_grass_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Grass-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_ground_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Ground-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_ice_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Ice-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_normal_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Normal-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_poison_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Poison-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_psychic_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Psychic-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_rock_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Rock-type Pokémon
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_water_unique_plural
TEXT: Take snapshots of {0} different wild Water-type Pokémon
Take a snapshot of several different “typed” Pokémon. Looks like they’ll need to be unique too, so you can’t just spam 10 snapshots of the same Pokémon anymore.
