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Pokémon GO: How To get Shiny Celebi
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Shiny Pokémon are the ultimate prize for many trainers in Pokémon GO, and the elusive Shiny Celebi is no exception. This mythical Pokémon, known for its time-traveling abilities and vibrant green hue in its shiny form, is a highly sought-after addition to any collection. While obtaining a Shiny Celebi isn’t as straightforward as encountering a common Pokémon in the wild, there are specific methods and events that offer the best chances.
Understanding Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon GO
Before diving into Celebi specifically, it’s crucial to understand how shiny Pokémon work in Pokémon GO. Shiny Pokémon have a different color palette than their standard counterparts and are indicated by a sparkle animation and a special icon when encountered. The odds of encountering a shiny Pokémon are generally low, often around 1 in 500 for most species. Though, certain events, like Community Days or specific research breakthroughs, can temporarily boost thes odds.
The Primary Method: Special Research
The most reliable way to obtain a Shiny Celebi in Pokémon GO has historically been through Special Research stories. These are multi-part questlines that Niantic releases periodically, frequently enough tied to specific Pokémon or events.
The “A Ripple in Time” Special Research
The primary Special Research that introduced Celebi, and later Shiny Celebi, was titled “A Ripple in Time.” This research was made available to all players who completed the “A Mythical Discovery” questline (which rewards Mew).
How it Worked: Players progressed through several stages of the “A Ripple in Time” research, completing tasks such as catching Pokémon, spinning PokéStops, and evolving Pokémon. Upon reaching a specific stage, players were guaranteed an encounter with Celebi.
Shiny Availability: Crucially, when this Special Research was first released, the encounter with Celebi had a chance to be shiny.This meant that players who completed the research during its initial availability had a direct prospect to catch a Shiny Celebi.
Future Opportunities
While “A Ripple in Time” is no longer actively available for new players to start, Niantic has a history of re-releasing Special Research or making mythical Pokémon available through othre means.
Re-releases: It’s possible that “A Ripple in Time” or a similar Celebi-focused Special Research could be re-released in the future, perhaps with boosted shiny rates or as part of a global event. Keep an eye on official Pokémon GO announcements.
Limited-Time Events: Niantic sometimes offers Mythical Pokémon through limited-time ticketed events or as rewards for specific in-game achievements. These are often announced well in advance.
What If You Missed the Special Research?
If you’re a newer player or simply missed the window to obtain a Shiny celebi through the “A Ripple in Time” Special Research,don’t despair.While direct acquisition is currently limited, here’s what you can do:
Trading
The Possibility: If you have friends who were lucky enough to catch a Shiny Celebi during the Special Research, trading is a viable option.
The Catch: Trading a Shiny Mythical Pokémon is considered a special Trade. This means you can only perform one Special Trade per day, and both you and the person you’re trading with must have a high Friendship level (at least “Good Friends” for a standard trade, but higher levels are recommended for valuable trades). Shiny Pokémon also cost a significant amount of Stardust to trade, especially if you haven’t caught a similar Pokémon before.
Waiting for Future Events
As mentioned, Niantic frequently brings back Mythical Pokémon or offers new ways to encounter them. The most likely scenario for obtaining a Shiny Celebi if you missed the initial research is through:
A rerun of the Special Research: This is the most direct method.
A new Special Research: Niantic could introduce a new questline that rewards Celebi, potentially with a shiny chance.
* Global Events: Sometimes, Mythical Pokémon are featured