Pokémon GO Leak Hints at New Adventure Effects for Black and White Kyurem
A recent Pokémon GO leak suggests the upcoming arrival of Black and White Kyurem will introduce exciting new Adventure Effects. These Legendary Pokémon, the fusion of Kyurem with either Zekrom or Reshiram, are slated to debut during the GO Tour: Unova event on March 1st and 2nd, 2025.
According to data miners Pokeminers, two new Adventure Effects are on the horizon:
- Ice Burn (White Kyurem): This effect temporarily slows the target ring during Pokémon encounters, improving the chances of landing Great or Excellent throws.
- Freeze Shock (Black Kyurem): This effect temporarily paralyzes the encountered Pokémon, preventing it from moving or knocking away Poké Balls.
These effects promise to significantly aid in catching challenging Pokémon.
Beyond the Kyurem Duo:
The leak also revealed a potential new item: the "Lucky Trinket." This item would instantly grant Lucky Friend status with another player, provided they are already Great Friends or better. While the effect is temporary (lasting only a few hours), this could be a game-changer for securing those rare Lucky Trades.
Other Upcoming Events:
While the GO Tour: Unova is still some time off, players can look forward to:
- Steely Resolve Event (January 21st): Featuring the Corviknight evolution line.
- Five-Star Raids: Deoxys and Dialga will be featured in five-star raids.
- Dynamax Legendary Bird Trio Raids (January 20th - February 3rd): Don't miss your chance to encounter the Dynamax versions of Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres.
The addition of Black and White Kyurem, alongside these new Adventure Effects and the potential Lucky Trinket, promises an exciting update to Pokémon GO.