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

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Snakelike Mass Outbreak: Increased Shiny Odds!

Trainers, get ready! A special Mass Outbreak event in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is underway, celebrating the Year of the Snake with boosted Shiny encounter rates for Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper! This limited-time event runs until January 12th, offering a fantastic opportunity to add these serpentine Pokémon to your collection, potentially in their shimmering Shiny forms.

This event follows closely on the heels of the recent Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid event, a successful end to the Year of the Dragon. While Rayquaza is available post-DLC, the Shiny variant's rarity made the raid event a highly sought-after opportunity.

This Snakelike Mass Outbreak, confirmed by Serebii.net, began January 9th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time and concludes January 12th at 6:59 PM Eastern Time. Expect to find Silicobra across the Paldea region, Ekans in Kitakami, and Seviper within the Terarium. Pokémon levels will range from 10 to 65, depending on your game progress. Remember to connect to the internet, access the Poke Portal via the in-game menu, and select "Get Poke Portal News" to activate the event.

Snakelike Mass Outbreak Details (January 2025):

• Event Duration: Until January 12th.
• Featured Pokémon: Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper.
• Increased Shiny Odds: A 0.5% boost to the base Shiny rate applies before any additional multipliers.
• Shiny Sandwich Recipe Suggestions: Use a Shiny Sandwich to further enhance your Shiny hunting success! Consider Salty or Spicy Herba Mystica with a Green Bell Pepper for Ekans and Seviper, and Ham instead of pepper for Silicobra.
• Internet Connection Required: Ensure your Nintendo Switch is connected to the internet to participate.

With the anticipated launch of Pokémon Legends: Z-A in 2025, the future of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet remains intriguing. The Pokémon Company's plans for the Year of the Snake are yet to be fully revealed, but this Mass Outbreak provides a thrilling start to the year!

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