Pokémon Event: Year of the Snake Mass Outbreak Arrives in Scarlet and Violet

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's Snake-Themed Mass Outbreak: Shiny Hunting Opportunity!

A special Mass Outbreak event is underway in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, celebrating the Year of the Snake! Until January 12th, trainers can encounter increased numbers of Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper, with boosted Shiny Pokémon encounter rates.

This event follows the recent Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid, a fitting end to the Year of the Dragon. Now, with the Year of the Snake upon us, this Mass Outbreak provides a fantastic chance to add these serpentine Pokémon to your collection, potentially in their rare Shiny forms.

The event, running from January 9th to January 12th, features location-specific outbreaks: Silicobra across all land areas of Paldea, Ekans in Kitakami, and Seviper in the Terarium. Pokémon levels will vary (10-65) depending on your game progress. Remember to connect to the internet and check the Poke Portal News for the event details.

Key Details of the Snakelike Mass Outbreak:

• Duration: January 9th - January 12th, 2025
• Pokémon: Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper
• Increased Shiny Odds: A 0.5% boost to Shiny encounter rates (before any sandwich multipliers).
• Shiny Sandwich Recipes: Utilize Shiny Sandwiches to further enhance your chances! Salty or Spicy Herba Mystica with a Green Bell Pepper for Ekans/Seviper, and Ham instead of pepper for Silicobra.
• Online Connection Required: You must be connected to the internet to access the event.

While the future of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet in 2025 remains uncertain with the anticipated launch of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, this Mass Outbreak offers a thrilling opportunity for Shiny hunting and a fun way to celebrate the Year of the Snake.