Pokémon GO is bringing back some of its heaviest hitters with an upcoming Raid Day focused on Origin Forme Palkia and Dialga. These legendary Pokémon aren’t just powerful they’re also rare, and their appearances come with a tight schedule and exclusive bonuses.
Trainers who’ve missed out on these alternate forms now have a chance to take them on in battle once more. As always with timed events, the opportunity is brief, and the stakes are high, especially for players chasing their shiny variants or finalizing their PvP rosters.
What to expect from the Raid Day event
The special Raid Day is scheduled to run for just three hours, packing in a high frequency of five-star raids featuring Origin Forme Palkia and Dialga. Remote Raid Passes are enabled, but capped, so players looking to make the most of the event will need to plan ahead.
Bonuses during the event include increased chances for shiny encounters and a daily Remote Raid Pass allocation. This sets up a competitive window for high-volume raiders or those looking to fill in Pokédex entries they might have missed earlier this year.
Why Origin Formes matter in gameplay
Unlike their standard forms, Origin Palkia and Dialga come with adjusted typings, stats, and moves that can offer an edge in raid counters and PvP formats. Their visual designs also stand apart, drawing from lore introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus and giving fans a thematic throwback.
Functionally, their performance in GO varies depending on current PvP metas, but in Master League and high-tier raids, both remain relevant. Players focused on efficiency or collection value will find them worth the effort especially with the added shiny odds.
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