In Pokémon GO's Holiday Part 1 branching research, trainers face a crucial decision: aid Spark or Sierra. This guide helps you choose wisely. The event, running December 17th-22nd (9:59 AM local time), features a free research path with three parts. After completing the first, players must select their allegiance.
Choosing Spark or Sierra: The Key Differences
The core difference lies in the Pokémon types you'll focus on and the reward encounter. Both paths offer similar rewards in Part 3, but Part 2's reward encounter is the deciding factor.
Spark's Ice-Type Focus:
Choosing Spark means focusing on Ice-type Pokémon. Part 2 rewards you with an Alolan Vulpix encounter. The tasks are:
Spark - Part 2:
Research Task | Reward |
---|---|
Catch 10 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
Take 5 snapshots of different wild Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
Complete All Three Tasks | Alolan Vulpix, 2000 XP |
Spark - Part 3:
Research Task | Reward |
---|---|
Catch 25 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Ultra Balls |
Power Up Ice-Type Pokémon 10 Times | 1 Golden Razz Berry |
Collect MP from 3 Power Spots | 100 Max Particles |
Complete All Three Tasks | Sandygast, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust |
Sierra's Fire-Type Focus:
Opting for Sierra means concentrating on Fire-type Pokémon. The Part 2 reward is a Shadow Vulpix encounter. Tasks are:
Sierra - Part 2:
Research Task | Reward |
---|---|
Catch 10 Fire-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
Take 5 snapshots of different wild Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
Complete All Three Tasks | Shadow Vulpix, 2000 XP |
Sierra - Part 3:
Research Task | Reward |
---|---|
Catch 25 Fire-Type Pokémon | 10 Ultra Balls |
Power Up Fire-Type Pokémon 10 Times | 1 Golden Razz Berry |
Collect MP from 3 Power Spots | 100 Max Particles |
Complete All Three Tasks | Sandygast, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust |
The Verdict:
The best choice hinges on your desired Vulpix (Alolan or Shadow) and preferred Pokémon type for catching during the event. Pokémon GO is available now.