Pokémon Go Players Can Unlock Gigantamax Rillaboom, Cinderace, or Inteleon with New Timed Research
Pokémon Go trainers, prepare for a powerful new challenge! Ahead of the debut of Eternatus, a limited-time “Gigantamax Journey” Timed Research is now available, offering the chance to obtain Gigantamax Rillaboom, Cinderace, or Inteleon. The research, accessible via a promotional code, is considered a worthwhile endeavor for dedicated players, but choosing the right starter Pokémon requires careful consideration.
To claim this exclusive research, players must input the following promo code on the Pokémon Go Web Store: [Promo Code Link]. The code is valid until August 24th, so swift action is recommended due to the time-sensitive nature of several research steps. Once redeemed, players will be prompted to select their desired starter – Rillaboom, Cinderace, or Inteleon – from the regular research screen, with the “Gigantamax Journey” then appearing in the Timed Research hub. The research itself also expires on August 24th.
Choosing Your Gigantamax Starter: Rillaboom, Cinderace, or Inteleon?
According to sources, all three Gigantamax forms represent the pinnacle of attack power for their respective types. Rillaboom excels as a Grass-type attacker, Cinderace dominates as a Fire-type, and Inteleon reigns supreme as a Water-type. The optimal choice, therefore, hinges on individual player needs and existing Pokémon collections.
“You should just pick whichever Pokémon or type you’re missing,” one analyst noted. For example, a player possessing Inteleon but lacking Cinderace or Rillaboom – and already owning a Gigantamax Charizard but not Venusaur – would benefit most from selecting Rillaboom. While the Kanto starters remain viable options, the Galar starters are generally considered superior.
Players who have actively participated in Max Battle weekends and already possess a diverse collection of Gigantamax Pokémon may prioritize selecting the starter they need candy for. Alternatively, those seeking a Pokémon with optimal Individual Values (IVs) can use this research as an opportunity to potentially obtain one.
Interestingly, Gigantamax Inteleon boasts the highest attack stat of all Gigantamax Pokémon. However, the recommendation remains to prioritize selection based on existing collection gaps and type coverage.
“Gigantamax Journey” Timed Research: A Step-by-Step Guide
The “Gigantamax Journey” Timed Research consists of five steps, with variations in rewards based on the chosen starter Pokémon. Here’s a breakdown of the confirmed steps and rewards:
Step 1 of 5:
- Task: Collect MP from 3 Power Spots (812 XP)
- Reward: Gigantamax Rillaboom/Cinderace/Inteleon encounter
Step 2 of 5:
- Task: Give your buddy a treat on 7 different days.
- Reward: Grookey/Scorbunny/Sobble encounter
- Task: Give your buddy a treat on 7 different days (400 Max Particles)
- Task: Unlock a Max Move (400 Max Particles)
- Task: Win a Max Battle (3,000 Stardust)
- Reward: 10,000 Stardust, 10,000 XP
Step 3 of 5:
- Details are currently unavailable due to the time-locked nature of the preceding step. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Trainers should act quickly to redeem the promo code and embark on the “Gigantamax Journey” before the August 24th deadline, ensuring they don’t miss out on the opportunity to add a powerful Gigantamax Pokémon to their roster.
