Hello Trainers! Some updates were pushed to the Game master file tonight including hints at a Magikarp community day, and a Pidgey Go Battle League Day. Plus there are some changes to the Go Fest questline texts.
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Magikarp Community Day
RESOURCE ID: community_day_magikarp_event_name TEXT: Community Day: Magikarp RESOURCE ID: photobomb_five_magikarp TEXT: 5 Photobombs from Magikarp in GO Snapshot RESOURCE ID: spawn_magikarp TEXT: More Magikarp are appearing in the wild RESOURCE ID: ticket_magikarp TEXT: Ticket for Special Research story available in the Shop: Making a Splash
It looks like Magikarp is going to be getting a Community Day! Possibly August?
Pidgey Go Battle Day and Night?
RESOURCE ID: battle_day_pidgey TEXT: GO Battle Day: Pidgey RESOURCE ID: battle_day TEXT: GO Battle Day RESOURCE ID: battle_night TEXT: GO Battle Night RESOURCE ID: gbl_pokemon_featured_pidgey TEXT: Pidgey featured in GO Battle League RESOURCE ID: catch_stardust_double_pidgey TEXT: 2× Catch Stardust for Pidgey
It would appear that Pidgey is getting a Go Battle day, and maybe even a Go Battle night? It’s unclear if this is one event separated into phases or maybe two separate events. Double stardust for catching Pidgey’s is nice.
Go Fest Updates
Day 1 Text Updates
RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_0 Removed TEXT: Welcome to Pokémon GO Fest 2020, %PLAYERNAME%! GO Fest this year is a little bit different from previous years, but that doesn't mean it'll be any less fun--or challenging! Added TEXT: Welcome to Pokémon GO Fest 2020, %PLAYERNAME%! GO Fest this year is a little bit different from previous years, but it’ll be just as fun—and challenging! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_1 Removed TEXT: I’ve noticed an amazing phenomena, it seems as though different Pokémon are appearing in the area on what seems an hourly basis. I’m going to need your help collecting data on this situation. Added TEXT: I’ve noticed an amazing phenomenon—it seems as though different Pokémon are appearing in the area on what seems an hourly basis. I need your help collecting data on this situation. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_10 Removed TEXT: We will have another fun filled day tomorrow, but for now I'm going to start looking into this situation as it is reminding me of a certain mythical Pokémon. Added TEXT: We’ll have another fun-filled day tomorrow. For now, I’m going to start looking into this situation. Perhaps it’s related to a powerful Pokémon. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_2 Removed TEXT: I thought it would be fun to tie this phenomena to some tasks for you to complete. If you are able to complete them, I’ll make sure you get a reward for your hard work! Added TEXT: I thought it would be fun to give you some tasks to help you research this phenomenon. I’ll make sure you get a reward for your hard work! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_3 Removed TEXT: For more details, you can log into the Global Challenge Arena. Don’t delay, since these Pokémon seem to be rotating quickly, your time to complete the tasks are limited! Added TEXT: Don’t delay—since different Pokémon seem to be appearing each hour, you have limited time to complete these tasks! You can see Trainers’ progress by checking the Global Challenge Arena. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_4 Removed TEXT: To help with your tasks, be sure to equip a few Incense to attract Pokémon. You've worked hard to earn rewards during the weekly challenges and don’t want you to miss out! Added TEXT: To help with your research, be sure to use Incense to attract Pokémon. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_5 Removed TEXT: Tip: you can now equip several at once and have your Incense attract Pokémon to you for hours! Plus, I think they smell amazing. Added TEXT: Remember, you can now activate several Incense at once and have them attract Pokémon to you for hours! Incense smells amazing, doesn’t it? RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_6 Removed TEXT: Playing wherever you are doesn't mean you're playing alone! It brings a smile to my face knowing that there are millions of Trainers around the world right now working together because we all share a love for Pokémon. Added TEXT: It brings a smile to my face knowing that millions of Trainers around the world are working together right now because of their shared love of Pokémon. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_7 Removed TEXT: Furthermore, I've been sensing a great energy that has filled me with hope and determination, have you been feeling it as well? Added TEXT: Furthermore, I’ve been sensing a great energy that has filled me with hope and determination. Have you been feeling it as well? RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_8 Removed TEXT: I wonder if it has any connection to the strange happenings that has kicked off our research this weekend. Added TEXT: I wonder whether it’s connected to the strange happenings that kicked off our research this weekend. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_habitat_dialogue_0_9 Removed TEXT: I have a feeling we are about to start an exciting adventure and today is just the beginning! Added TEXT: I have a feeling today’s just the beginning of an exciting adventure!
Day 2 Text Updates
RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_0_1 Removed TEXT: Yes, that is Team GO Rocket confetti raining down from the sky. Yes, grunts are invading PokéStops all around the world. And yes...Team GO Rocket has taken over Pokémon GO Fest. And yes...I’m so glad you’re here. Added TEXT: Team GO Rocket confetti is raining down from the sky. Grunts are invading PokéStops all around the world. And...Team GO Rocket has taken over Pokémon GO Fest. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_0_2 Removed TEXT: We thought that when we defeated them and ended their takeover during the GO Fest Timed Research that that would be the end of them for the time being. Added TEXT: We thought we put a stop to them when we ended their take-over during our research leading up to GO Fest. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_0_3 Removed TEXT: It appears to have only been a part of a larger plan. What their ultimate end goal, though, is still to be determined. Regardless of what lies in wait, %PLAYERNAME%...you must prepare yourself. Added TEXT: But that take-over appears to have been only part of a larger plan. We have yet to determine Team GO Rocket’s ultimate goal, though. Regardless of what it is, %PLAYERNAME%...you must prepare yourself. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_0_4 Removed TEXT: I’ve been in contact with your fellow Trainers around the world and I’m impressed by your energy! As long as we work together, I know victory is within our reach! Added TEXT: I’m impressed by your energy and that of your fellow Trainers around the world! If we work together, I know victory is within our reach! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_1_0 Removed TEXT: Great work, %PLAYERNAME%. Your Pokémon are battle-ready and I bet your fellow Trainers are thankful for the supplies you’ve sent their way. We need to work together to keep Team GO Rocket at bay and save Pokémon GO Fest! Added TEXT: Great work, %PLAYERNAME%. Your Pokémon are ready for battle, and I bet your fellow Trainers are thankful for the supplies you’ve sent their way. We’ll need to work together to keep Team GO Rocket at bay and save Pokémon GO Fest! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_1_1 Removed TEXT: Oh, what’s this? Looks like the snapshots you took features some unwelcome guests! It's amazing that they're able to organize these massive takeovers, but they do seem a little silly. Added TEXT: Oh, what’s this? Looks like the snapshots you took feature some unwelcome guests! It’s amazing that Team GO Rocket can organize these massive take-overs, but its members do seem a little silly. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_1_2 Removed TEXT: Is this actually all a part of their scheme? Anyway, why don’t you go ahead and put all of that training to work? In the meantime, I’ll do some more investigating with the team leaders. Added TEXT: Or maybe these photobombs are actually all a part of their scheme? Anyway, why don’t you put all your training to use? In the meantime, I’ll do some more investigating with the team leaders. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_2_0 Removed TEXT: Looks like you’ve just caught a Golem for your hard work! Added TEXT: Thanks to your hard work, you’ve caught a Golem! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_2_1 Removed TEXT: The team leaders and I have been scoping out the Team GO Rocket members traveling via balloon and have discovered that the Team GO Rocket leaders are using Flying-type Pokémon. Added TEXT: The team leaders and I have been scoping out the Team GO Rocket balloons and have discovered that the Team GO Rocket Leaders are using Flying-type Pokémon. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_2_2 Removed TEXT: Sources are telling me that they might have captured some Legendary Pokémon and turned them into Shadow Pokémon! Added TEXT: Sources told me that Team GO Rocket might’ve captured some Legendary Pokémon and turned them into Shadow Pokémon, too! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_2_3 Removed TEXT: If I recall correctly, the team leaders saw one of these balloons at GO Fest last year and also during their takeover a few weeks ago. Added TEXT: If I recall correctly, the team leaders saw one of these balloons at GO Fest last year—and another during the Team GO Rocket take-over a few weeks ago. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_2_4 Removed TEXT: I wouldn’t have imagined that they’d rally resources behind such an...interesting means of transportation. However, it’s clear that the boss has put a lot of effort into equipping his grunts with balloons. Added TEXT: I wouldn’t have imagined that Team GO Rocket would spend resources on such an...interesting means of transportation. However, it’s clear that the boss has put a lot of effort into providing his Grunts with balloons. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_2_5 Removed TEXT: …Anyway, your Rock-type Golem might be a helpful addition to your battle party, since Flying types are weak to Rock! It’s time to rock their world, %PLAYERNAME%, and save those Shadow Legendary Pokémon! Added TEXT: Your Golem might be a helpful addition to your battle party, since Flying types are weak to Rock-type attacks! %PLAYERNAME%, it’s time to rock Team GO Rocket’s world and save those Legendary Shadow Pokémon! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_0 Removed TEXT: Great job defeating Arlo, Cliff, and Sierra. Now all that’s left is their boss, Giovanni. %PLAYERNAME%, are you ready? Added TEXT: Great job defeating Sierra, Cliff, and Arlo. Now all that’s left is their boss, Giovanni. %PLAYERNAME%, are you ready? RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_1 Removed TEXT: Candela, Blanche, and Spark can handle the Team GO Rocket leaders from here while you prepare to face the boss. It's extremely interesting to see the Team GO Rocket Leaders commanding these Shadow Legendary Pokémon which are usually reserved for the boss himself. Added TEXT: Spark, Blanche, and Candela can handle the Team GO Rocket Leaders while you prepare to face the boss. It’s interesting that the Team GO Rocket Leaders are commanding these Legendary Shadow Pokémon, which are usually reserved for the boss himself. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_2 Removed TEXT: I wonder what this means as we uncover more of their devious plans and what Pokémon he now has under his control. Added TEXT: Perhaps we’ll learn what this means as we uncover Team GO Rocket’s devious plans and discover what Pokémon Giovanni now has under his control. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_3 Removed TEXT: I was worried about them but I received an encouraging message from the team leaders about a mysterious phenomenon. Remember that mysterious energy I was detecting yesterday? Added TEXT: On the bright side, I received an encouraging message from the team leaders about a mysterious phenomenon. Remember that powerful energy I detected yesterday? RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_4 Removed TEXT: They and Trainers worldwide were suddenly overcome with a great energy that is filling them with hope and determination that they can win. I started digging through my research and found references to the very same energy. Added TEXT: The team leaders reported that Trainers worldwide suddenly felt a similar energy that filled them with hope and determination. Through my research, I found references to that very same energy. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_5 Removed TEXT: It documents a Mythical Pokémon that shares infinite energy and guarantees a winning battle. I have a feeling this is why Team GO Rocket is here. Added TEXT: They document a Mythical Pokémon that shares its infinite energy with others and guarantees a winning battle. I have a feeling that’s why Team GO Rocket is here. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_6 Removed TEXT: Perhaps they hope to use this powerful Pokémon to further their evil plans, since they’ve been so unsuccessful in the past? Added TEXT: Perhaps Team GO Rocket hopes to further its dastardly plans by using this powerful Pokémon? RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_3_7 Removed TEXT: I hear Giovanni often begins his battles with his Buddy Pokémon, Persian, which is weak to Fighting-type moves. That Machamp that you caught earlier in your research might help you here. Added TEXT: I hear Giovanni often begins his battles with his Buddy Pokémon, Persian, which is weak to Fighting-type attacks. The Machamp you caught earlier might help you here. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_4_0 Removed TEXT: %PLAYERNAME%, you did it! You defeated Giovanni and he appears to be retreating! Who would have thought that he could even turn Mewtwo into a Shadow Pokémon. Added TEXT: %PLAYERNAME%, you did it! You defeated Giovanni and sent him packing! Who would’ve thought that he could turn even Mewtwo into a Shadow Pokémon? That alone is a mystery we need to investigate. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_4_1 Removed TEXT: It was a tough battle, but the fact that you defeated it really proves what an amazing Trainer you are. This alone is a mystery we need to investigate. Added TEXT: It was a tough battle, and the fact that you defeated Mewtwo proves what an amazing Trainer you are. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_4_2 Removed TEXT: However, I'm afraid that investigation will have to wait: we've just saved Pokémon GO Fest! It's time to celebrate! Added TEXT: Spark, Blanche, and Candela were victorious against the Team GO Rocket Leaders and drove them away, too. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_4_3 Removed TEXT: Candela, Blanche, and Spark were victorious battling the Team GO Rocket leaders and I’m now receiving word that they are retreating as well. Added TEXT: Thanks to everyone’s efforts, we’ve saved Pokémon GO Fest! It’s time to celebrate! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_4_4 Removed TEXT: Turns out the Mythical Pokémon that Team GO Rocket was after was Victini, the Victory Pokémon! They say that this Pokémon brings victory and that Trainers with Victini always win, regardless of the type of encounter. Added TEXT: Turns out, Team GO Rocket was after Victini, the Victory Pokémon! Some say this Pokémon brings victory to its Trainer, regardless of the contest. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_4_5 Removed TEXT: I am now sure that energy we were all feeling was thanks to Victini. I’m in utter awe at your tenacity and determination. Pokémon GO Fest was saved thanks to your hard work. Thank you, %PLAYERNAME%. Added TEXT: I’m now sure that the energy we were all feeling was thanks to Victini. I’m in utter awe of your tenacity and determination. Pokémon GO Fest was saved because of your hard work. Thank you, %PLAYERNAME%. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_5_0 Removed TEXT: Phew! Now I think you would agree it is time to get back to having fun—there’s still time to enjoy the festivities! Added TEXT: Phew! Now, I think we should get back to having fun. There’s still time to enjoy the festivities! RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_5_1 Removed TEXT: While this year was quite a bit different from our previous GO Fests, I’m still overjoyed that Trainers all over the world came together to celebrate, and protect, our beloved Pokémon. Added TEXT: While this year’s GO Fest was quite a bit different from previous ones, I’m overjoyed that Trainers all over the world could still come together to celebrate—and protect—our beloved Pokémon. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_5_2 Removed TEXT: Even when we’re apart, we’re still together and tied by our shared love of Pokémon. No matter what obstacles appear in our path, you can always know that your Pokémon and your fellow Trainers will be here for you. Added TEXT: Even when we’re apart, we’re still united by our love of Pokémon. No matter what obstacles appear in your path, you can always count on your Pokémon and your fellow Trainers. RESOURCE ID: gofest2020_quest_rocket_dialogue_5_3 Removed TEXT: I know we’ll all meet again in the same park and under the same sky soon, so until then—let’s GO! Added TEXT: I know we’ll all meet again under the same sky someday, so until then...let’s GO!
Just text updates to the questlines. I liked the old day 2 intro better, to be honest.
Clothes
RESOURCE ID: avatar_f_shirt_victinitshirts_00_bundle_icon TEXT: Victini Tee RESOURCE ID: avatar_m_shirt_victinitshirts_00_bundle_icon TEXT: Victini Tee
Text for the previously discovered Victini Tee
New Cities
RESOURCE ID: city_bengaluru TEXT: Bengaluru RESOURCE ID: city_delhi TEXT: Delhi RESOURCE ID: city_mumbai TEXT: Mumbai
New Cities for the Go Fest challenge
Ultra Unlock
RESOURCE ID: ultra_unlock_event_2020 TEXT: Ultra Bonus Unlock 2020 RESOURCE ID: ultra bonus unlock: part 1 (1/5) TEXT: Ultra Bonus Unlock 2020 (1/5) RESOURCE ID: quest_title_ultra_unlock_1 TEXT: Ultra Bonus Unlock 2020 (2/5) RESOURCE ID: quest_title_ultra_unlock_2 TEXT: Ultra Bonus Unlock 2020 (3/5) RESOURCE ID: quest_title_ultra_unlock_3 TEXT: Ultra Bonus Unlock 2020 (4/5) RESOURCE ID: quest_title_ultra_unlock_4 TEXT: Ultra Bonus Unlock 2020 (5/5)
It appears that the Ultra Unlock quest will be 5 parts.
GO Battle League Bonuses
RESOURCE ID: gbl_double_dust_end_of_set TEXT: 2× Set Reward Stardust in GO Battle League RESOURCE ID: gbl_double_dust_rank_up TEXT: 2× Rank Reward Stardust in GO Battle League RESOURCE ID: gbl_double_dust_win TEXT: 2× Win Reward Stardust in GO Battle League
These bonuses could be related to Pidgey Go Battle Day, or they could not… Given they were added at the same time it’s likely that these are related to Pidgey day. The naming suggests they’ll be reused for future GBL days.
AR Scanning
RESOURCE ID: ar_scan_landing_directions
TEXT: Get directions
RESOURCE ID: ar_scan_landing_info
TEXT: What is Pokéstop scanning?
RESOURCE ID: ar_scan_landing_pokestop
TEXT: Scan Pokéstop
RESOURCE ID: ar_scan_landing_walk_closer
TEXT: Walk closer to scan this Pokéstop.
RESOURCE ID: titan_ar_mapping_scan_cautiously_text
TEXT: Be respectful of others while scanning.
Remember to stay safe and be aware of your surroundings.
RESOURCE ID: titan_ar_mapping_scan_cautiuosly_title
TEXT: Scan Cautiously
RESOURCE ID: geotarget_quest_description
TEXT: Scan {0}
Some helpful texts for the AR Pokéstop scanning, and a potential quest?
Flying Cup
RESOURCE ID: flying_cup TEXT: Flying Cup live in GO Battle League
Text for the potentially upcoming Flying Cup
Conclusions
Are you attending this year’s Go Fest? Are you excited about Shadow Mewtwo?! I am very excited!!
That’s all for this update, stay safe out there trainers.
