In Pokémon GO's Holiday Part 1 branching research, trainers face a choice: aid Spark or Sierra. This guide clarifies the differences to help you decide. The event, running December 17-22 (9:59 AM local time), features a free research path with three sections. After the first, you select your path.
Pokémon GO Holiday Part 1: Spark vs. Sierra
The core difference lies in the Pokémon types you'll focus on and the reward encounter. Both paths offer similar rewards in Part 3, including a Sandygast encounter.
Choosing Spark directs your efforts towards Ice-type Pokémon. Your Part 2 reward is an Alolan Vulpix.
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
| Take 5 snapshots of different wild Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
| Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Alolan Vulpix encounter, 2000 XP |
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 25 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Ultra Balls |
| Power Up Ice-Type Pokémon 10 Times | 1 Golden Razz Berry |
| Collect MP from 3 Power Spots | 100 Max Particles |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Sandygast Encounter, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust |
Sierra's path centers on Fire-type Pokémon, rewarding you with a Shadow Vulpix in Part 2. Part 3 rewards remain consistent with Spark's path.
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Fire-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
| Take 5 snapshots of different wild Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
| Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Shadow Vulpix encounter, 2000 XP |
Your decision hinges on your preferred Vulpix variant and the Pokémon type you wish to prioritize catching. Pokémon GO is available now.
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