Pokemon Go A Poni Adventure Special Research tasks & rewards

Complete guide to A Poni Adventure Special Research in Pokemon Go with expert strategies, common pitfalls, and optimization tips.

Introduction to A Poni Adventure

Trainers embarking on the Pokemon Go A Poni Adventure Special Research quest are in for a treat focused on Poni Island’s mysteries. This guide delivers a comprehensive breakdown of every objective and the lucrative rewards that await, along with strategic insights to streamline your journey.

The A Poni Adventure Special Research has arrived as Pokemon Go’s latest narrative-driven quest, packed with unique challenges and the chance to earn a meeting with the guardian deity of Poni Island.

The Season of Alola has unfolded through a series of island-themed Special Research stories. Players have already conquered the Akala Adventure, Melemele Adventure, and Ula’Ula Adventure, each capturing the essence of their respective Alolan islands.

Now, the spotlight turns to Poni Island. This research narrative cleverly incorporates tasks centered on Water-type Pokemon, thematically aligning with the concurrent Water Festival event, and culminates in an encounter with the newly introduced Legendary Tapu Fini, the guardian of Poni.

Our guide goes beyond a simple list. You’ll find detailed strategies for each task, warnings about common errors, and optimization techniques to help both new and veteran trainers maximize their efficiency and rewards throughout this limited-time adventure.

Step-by-Step Tasks & Rewards

Below is the complete breakdown of the A Poni Adventure Special Research, organized into its four steps. Each task is accompanied by pro tips to complete it faster.

Step 1 of 4

• Catch 10 Pokemon – 10 Poke Balls
  Pro Tip: This is easily completed during your first walk of the day. Use an Incense if you’re in a low-spawn area to accelerate progress.
• Power up Pokemon 5 times – 5 Razz Berries
  Pro Tip: Power up low-level, low-Stardust-cost Pokemon like Pidgey or Weedle to conserve your valuable Stardust for more important species.
• Defeat 2 Team Go Rocket Grunts – 3 Potions
  Pro Tip: Seek out Balloons, which appear every 6 hours, or cluster your Grunt battles at known PokéStop hotspots to finish this task quickly.

Step 1 Rewards: Alolan Raticate encounter, 500 XP, and 500 Stardust
Note: Alolan Raticate is a Dark/Normal-type, useful for certain Team Rocket battles.

Step 2 of数和 4

• Catch 3 Water-type Pokemon – Tentacruel encounter
  Pro Tip: During the Water Festival, Water-type spawns are greatly increased. Use a Mossy Lure Module near water to guarantee spawns.
• Take a snapshot of a Water-type Pokemon – Wailmer encounter
  Pro Tip: You can snapshot a Water-type Pokemon you already have in your storage. No need to find a new one in the wild.
• Use 5 Berries to help catch Pokemon – Wingull encounter
  Pro Tip: Combine this with the “Catch 3 Water-type” task. Use Razz or Nanab Berries on every Water-type you encounter to make progress on both tasks simultaneously.

Step 2 Rewards: 1 Fast TM, 500 XP, and 500 Stardust
Note: Fast TMs are valuable for optimizing your PvP and Raid attackers’ move sets.

Step 3 of 4

• Walk 2km – Miltank encounter
  Pro Tip: Ensure your Adventure Sync is enabled and the game is fully closed to count distance accurately while doing other activities.
• Catch 15 Pokemon – 10 Great Balls
  Pro Tip: A great opportunity to use a Star Piece if you have one, as the combined XP from catches and step completion will be boosted.
• Spin 5 PokeStops or Gyms – Stufful encounter
  Pro Tip: Plan a short route that passes 5 stops/gyms. Using a Go Plus/Gotcha device can automate the spinning while you focus on catching.

Step 3 Rewards: 1 Premium Battle Pass, 1000 XP, and 1000 Stardust
Note: Save this Premium Pass for a high-value 5-Star Raid rather than using it immediately.

Step 4 of 4

• Send 5 Gifts to friends – 10 Great Balls
  Pro Tip: Open gifts first to replenish your gift inventory if you’re low, then send. Interact with Best Friends for a higher chance of getting Lucky Eggs or Lures.
• Catch 15 Pokemon – 7 Pinap Berries
  Pro Tip: Use Pinap Berries on any Pokemon you need candies for, especially if they are rare or part of an evolution line you’re working on.
• Win a Raid – Alolan Exeggutor encounter
  Pro Tip: Don’t waste your Premium Pass from Step 3 on a 1-Star raid. Team up locally or use a Remote Raid Pass to take down a 3-Star or higher raid for better overall rewards.

Step 4 Rewards: 15 Ultra Balls, 8000 XP, and 3000 Stardust
Important: This step concludes with an encounter against and the chance to catch Tapu Fini, the Water/Fairy-type Legendary guardian of Poni Island. Use a Golden Razz Berry and aim for Excellent throws.