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Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pokemon GO Crown Clash event preparation guide: All bonuses, Pokemon debuts, shiny features, best tips, and more
The long-awaited debut of Kingambit is finally happening in the Pokemon GO Crown Clash event . Alongside the Big Blade Pokemon, trainers can look forward to crowned versions of Nidoking and Nidoqueen, special raids, and plenty of bonuses. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Here's everything you need to know about the Pokemon GO Crown Clash event, from dates to wild encounters and exclusive rewards. Pokemon GO Crown Clash event dates and times The Crown Clash event runs from Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM to Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 8:00 PM local time. This gives players eight full days to collect enough Candy to evolve Pawniard into Bisharp and then into Kingambit. Pokemon GO Crown Clash Event bonuses Trainers can take advantage of these bonuses: - 2x XP for evolving Pokemon - Increased Shiny odds for: - Crowned Nidoqueen - Crowned Nidoking - Slowpoke - Combee - Litleo - King's Rock possible reward from catching Slowpoke New Pokemon debuts during the Crown Clash event in GO The event introduces three new Pokemon: - Kingambit (Dark/Steel-type) - Nidoqueen wearing a crown* - Nidoking wearing a crown* Pokemon marked with (*) can appear as Shiny. Crown Clash event Wild encounters Several Pokemon will appear more frequently in the wild during the event: - Slowpoke* - Slakoth* - Piplup* - Combee* - Snivy* - Litleo* - Pawniard* Pokemon GO Crown Clash event Raid bosses Different raid tiers will feature the following Pokemon: 1-Star Raids - Sneasel* - Klink* - Pawniard* 3-Star Raids - Nidoqueen wearing a crown* - Nidoking wearing a crown* Crown Clash event Field research task rewards Completing event-themed Field Research tasks grants encounters with special Pokemon: Task Reward Catch 10 Pokémon Piplup* or Litleo* encounter Win a Raid Sneasel* encounter Win 2 Raids Crowned Nidoqueen or Nidoking encounter Evolve 2 Pokémon Slowpoke*, Combee*, or Snivy* encounter Power up Pokémon 5 times Sneasel* or Klink* encounter Pokemon GO Crown Clash Collection challenge rewards A special Crowned Collection Challenge will be available, rewarding XP, Stardust, and a Pawniard encounter upon completion. Crowned Collection Challenge tasks - Catch a Snivy → Evolve a Serperior - Catch a Piplup → Evolve an Empoleon - Catch a Slakoth → Evolve a Slaking - Catch a Combee → Evolve a Vespiquen - Catch a Slowpoke → Evolve a Slowking - Catch a Litleo → Evolve a Pyroar Trainers at Level 31 and above also get one guaranteed Candy XL for evolving Pokemon after completing the challenge. Also read: Don't miss out on the Crown Clash event—Kingambit, crowned Pokemon, and plenty of bonuses await!
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How to get Nidoking with a crown in Pokémon GO?
(Image via Niantic) Looking to add a royal touch to your Pokédex? Nidoking wearing a crown has officially entered Pokémon GO , and fans are racing to get their hands on this regal variant. Whether you're in it for the flex or the Shiny hunt, here's a crisp and clear breakdown of how to catch this exclusive version before it disappears. Where to Find Nidoking Wearing a Crown? This limited-time form is available only during the Crown Clash event , running from Saturday, May 10 (10 AM) to Sunday, May 18, 2025 (8 PM local time). Operation Sindoor 'Pakistan army moving its troops in forward areas': Key takeaways from govt briefing 'Pak used drones, long-range weapons, jets to attack India's military sites' 'Attempted malicious misinformation campaign': Govt calls out Pakistan's propaganda Once the event ends, so does your shot at catching this majestic beast — at least for now. There are two main ways to get Nidoking with a crown : 1. Battle in 3-Star Raids Your best shot at encountering this form is by defeating it in three-star raids. It will appear alongside Nidoqueen wearing a crown and Kingambit, so be prepared to scan your nearby raid list. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Want Lower Bills Without Changing a Thing? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo Raid Tips: Type Weaknesses : Nidoking is vulnerable to Water, Ice, Ground, and Psychic-type moves. Top Counters : Bring Pokémon like Mewtwo, Kyogre, Garchomp, and Glaceon to breeze through the battle. Raid Remotely or In-Person : You can use Remote Raid Passes or join friends locally. Up to 20 trainers can take part. CP Ranges When Caught: Level 20 (No Weather Boost): 1,351 – 1,421 CP Level 25 (Cloudy or Sunny Boost): 1,689 – 1,777 CP 2. Trade with a Friend If you're unable to win a raid or simply miss the spawn window, your next best option is trading. A friend who caught the crowned Nidoking can send it your way, provided you meet trade requirements (and have enough Stardust). 'Pokémon GO Crown Clash Event Guide: Kingambit Debut! #pokemongo Can You Get a Shiny Nidoking with a Crown? Yes, and that's part of the hype. During the Crown Clash event, Shiny Nidoking wearing a crown is available , and its odds are slightly better than usual. Shiny Rate : Estimated at around 1 in 64, every raid gives you a solid shot. Visual Cue: The Shiny form comes with a distinctive purple-to-pink hue — paired with the crown, it's an eye-catcher. Pro Tip: Shiny rates only apply to raid encounters . Trades won't give you a fresh Shiny roll. Nidoking wearing a crown is one of the most stylish drops in Pokémon GO this season — and with its limited-time window and Shiny potential, it's a must-raid. Stock up on passes, coordinate with friends, and don't miss this royal opportunity.
