Hello Trainers! A new bundle of texts has been pushed to the game today, bringing us glimpse of new snapshot-type quests, a few updated Pokédex entries and a handful of smaller changes.
You know the drill by now, everything in this article is datamined, and therefore subject to be changed or not even being released at all. You’ll see a running theme as we go along as well, that a lot of this seems unfinished. Credits go to Pokéminers.
Snapshot Quests
Several new Pokémon Snapshot quests were spotted. We are not sure if these are related to the Pokémon GO New Pokémon Snap Celebration Event or just standalone quests that appear to be added now. In any case, here we are:
- Note that these texts were updated shortly after this article went live, and they have been updated accordingly.
RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_ducklett_chinchou_finneonTEXT: Take a Snapshot of a Wild Luvdisc, Chinchou, or FinneonTEXT: Take a snapshot of Chinchou, Luvdisc, or Finneon in the wild RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_singularTEXT: Take a Snapshot of a wild PokémonTEXT: Take a snapshot of a wild Pokémon RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_trapinch_sandshrew_cacneaTEXT: Take a Snapshot of a Wild Geodude, Sandshrew, or CacneaTEXT: Take a snapshot of Sandshrew, Geodude, or Cacnea in the wild
Global Challenges
Some updates to the Global challenges texts, mostly changing them to not refer to Go Fest, and adding what looks like texts to share with your friends to get them to join you. And a blank one…
RESOURCE ID: no_friend_score_description_alt TEXT: Tell your friends to join you in the global challenge! RESOURCE ID: timed_challenge_bonus_modal_description TEXT: All Trainers must work together as a global community to complete this challenge. RESOURCE ID: timed_challenge_bonus_modal_description_alt TEXT: All Trainers participating in a global challenge will contribute to a global goal. Once Trainers achieve the goal, a timed bonus will activate for all participants. RESOURCE ID: no_friend_score_description TEXT:
Pokedex Updates
Several Pokémon received refreshed Pokédex updates, including Zygarde and Yveltal which are not yet released:
Chespin
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Spiky Nut Pokémon |
Quilladin
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It relies on its sturdy shell to deflect predators’ attacks. It counterattacks with its sharp quills. |
Exeggcute
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This Pokémon consists of six eggs that form a closely knit cluster. The six eggs attract each other and spin around. When cracks increasingly appear on the eggs, Exeggcute is close to evolution. |
Pangoro
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Although it possesses a violent temperament, it won’t put up with bullying. It uses the leaf in its mouth to sense the movements of its enemies. |
Aurorus
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The diamond-shaped crystals on its body expel air as cold as -240 degrees Fahrenheit, surrounding its enemies and encasing them in ice. |
Goomy
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The weakest Dragon-type Pokémon, it lives in damp, shady places, so its body doesn’t dry out. |
Sliggoo
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It drives away opponents by excreting a sticky liquid that can dissolve anything. Its eyes devolved, so it can’t see anything. |
Bergmite
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It blocks opponents’ attacks with the ice that shields its body. It uses cold air to repair any cracks with new ice. |
Yveltal
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When this legendary Pokémon’s wings and tail feathers spread wide and glow red, it absorbs the life force of living creatures. |
Zygarde
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When the Kalos region’s ecosystem falls into disarray, it appears and reveals its secret power. |
Hoopa
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In its true form, it possess a huge amount of power. Legends of its avarice tell how it once carried off an entire castle to gain the treasure hidden within. |
Volcanion
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It lets out billows of steam and disappears into the dense fog. It’s said to live in mountains where humans do not tread. |
Mr. Rime
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It’s highly skilled at tap-dancing. It waves its cane of ice in time with its graceful movements. |
Minor Updates
RESOURCE ID: spawn_wild_bug_types
Removed TEXT: More Bug-type Pokémon appearing in the wild
Added TEXT: More Bug-type Pokémon are appearing in the wild
They’ve fixed the text for the today view adding in the word are. This applies to every single type, not just the bug type shown.
That’s all for now Trainers, stay safe out there.
