Celebrate Lunar New Year with Snake Mass Outbreak in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

A Slither of Shiny Opportunities: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's Snakelike Mass Outbreak

Trainers, get ready! A special Mass Outbreak event in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, celebrating the Year of the Snake, is now live, boosting your chances of encountering Shiny Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper. This limited-time event runs until January 12th, offering a fantastic opportunity to add these serpentine Pokémon to your collection.

Following the recent Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid event, which concluded 2024's Year of the Dragon, this Snakelike Mass Outbreak provides a thrilling start to the Year of the Snake. The event, announced by Serebii.net, began on January 9th and will end on January 12th at 6:59 PM Eastern Time.

This event features increased spawns of Silicobra across all Paldea regions, Ekans in Kitakami, and Seviper in the Terarium. Pokémon levels range from 10 to 65, scaling with your game progress. To access the event, ensure your game is connected to the internet, then navigate to the Poke Portal via the in-game menu and select "Get Poke Portal News."

Key Details of the Snakelike Mass Outbreak:

• Event Duration: January 9th - January 12th (6:59 PM ET)
• Featured Pokémon: Silicobra, Ekans, Seviper (increased Shiny encounter rates)
• Locations: Silicobra (all Paldea), Ekans (Kitakami), Seviper (Terarium)
• Internet Connection Required: Yes

The Shiny encounter rate is boosted by 0.5% before any additional multipliers are applied. Smart trainers can leverage Shiny Sandwiches to further enhance their chances! For Ekans and Seviper, use a Salty or Spicy Herba Mystica with a Green Bell Pepper. For Silicobra, substitute the pepper with Ham.

With the anticipated release of Pokemon Legends: Z-A in 2025, the future of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet remains intriguing. The Pokemon Company's plans for the Year of the Snake are yet to be fully revealed, but this exciting Mass Outbreak event promises a thrilling start to the year. Don't miss out!