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Exclusive Guide: Unveiling Wonder Pick Secrets in Pokemon Pocket (Jan '25)

Author:Kristen Update:Jan 23,2025

Pokemon Pocket January 2025 Wonder Pick Event Guide: Charmander & Squirtle Promo-A Cards!

Pokemon Pocket's January Wonder Pick event offers a chance to snag two new Promo-A cards: Charmander (P-A 032) and Squirtle (P-A 033), boasting updated artwork while retaining original stats and moves. This guide covers everything you need to know, from event details to maximizing your rewards.

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January Wonder Pick Event Part 1:

  • Dates: January 6th (10:00 PM) - January 20th (9:59 PM) Local Time
  • Type: Wonder Pick
  • Rewards: Squirtle (P-A) and Charmander (P-A)

This two-week event uses a random number generator (RNG) to determine which Promo-A card (or regular variant) you receive.

How to Obtain Promo-A Squirtle and Charmander:

The event features two types of Wonder Picks:

  • Bonus Wonder Picks: These free picks offer a chance at one of the Promo-A cards (or their standard versions) plus Wonder Hourglasses or Event Shop Tickets. Data suggests a 20% chance of a Bonus Pick appearing each time a pick is offered.

  • Rare Wonder Picks: Appearing with a 2.5% chance, these guaranteedly reward you with one of the Promo-A cards. The number of slots each card occupies is random (1-4 slots), affecting your odds (25%-80%).

Wonder Pick Event Part 1 Missions and Rewards:

Complete five missions to earn Blastoise Event Shop Tickets, redeemable for thematic accessories.

Part 1 Mission Reward
Collect One Squirtle Card One Event Shop Ticket
Collect One Charmander Card One Event Shop Ticket
Wonder Pick Three Times Two Event Shop Tickets
Wonder Pick Four Times Two Event Shop Tickets
Wonder Pick Five Times Three Event Shop Tickets

Nine tickets unlock all three Part 1 accessories:

Part 1 Item Price
Blue (Backdrop) Three Event Shop Tickets
Blue & Blastoise (Cover) Three Event Shop Tickets
Tiny Temple (Backdrop) Three Event Shop Tickets

January Wonder Pick Event Part 2:

  • Dates: January 15th - January 21st
  • Type: Wonder Pick
  • Rewards: Blastoise & Blue-themed Accessories

Part 2 introduces no new cards, focusing on new missions and accessories.

Wonder Pick Event Part 2 Missions and Rewards:

Ten new missions reward up to 22 Event Shop Tickets.

Part 2 Mission Reward
Wonder Pick One Time One Event Shop Ticket
Wonder Pick Two Times One Event Shop Ticket
Wonder Pick Three Times One Event Shop Ticket
Wonder Pick Four Times Two Event Shop Tickets
Wonder Pick Five Times Two Event Shop Tickets
Wonder Pick Six Times Three Event Shop Tickets
Collect Five Fire-Type Pokemon Three Event Shop Tickets
Collect Five Water-Type Pokemon Three Event Shop Tickets
Collect Ten Fire-Type Pokemon Three Event Shop Tickets
Collect Ten Water-Type Pokemon Three Event Shop Tickets
Part 2 Item Price
Blue & Blastoise (Card Back) N/A
Blue & Blastoise (Playmat) N/A
Blastoise (Icon) N/A
Blastoise (Coin) N/A

Tips and Strategies:

  • Ticket Carryover: Tickets remain until January 29th. (31 tickets needed for all rewards, based on data).
  • No Notifications: Regularly check for Bonus and Rare Picks; the game doesn't notify you while offline.
  • All Picks Count: Any Wonder Pick contributes to mission progress.
  • Strategic Rare Picks: Prioritize Bonus Picks for Promo-A cards; only use Rare Picks if nearing the end and missing cards.