Pokémon Go is kicking off a series of team leader-centric celebrations over the coming weeks, starting with “Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge.” This event runs from May 26 through June 1.
The spotlight is firmly on a curated selection of Pokémon, headlined by an exclusive Lapras adorned with a special Blanche-themed accessory. True to the theme, the event emphasizes Field Research, encouraging players to get out and explore to uncover hidden data. Additionally, an event-exclusive battle pass is available, offering a path to secure the costumed Lapras alongside a variety of useful resources.
Read on for a comprehensive breakdown of the “Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge” perks, including details on the Go Pass, specific Field Research tasks, and increased wild spawns.
Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge: Go Pass Overview
The event introduces a 60-rank Go Pass progression system. By engaging in standard gameplay—such as catching Pokémon, hatching eggs, and triumphing in raids—you can unlock various rewards, including rare encounters with Sinistea and the Blanche-themed Lapras.
Advancing through the ranks also grants permanent passive bonuses for the remainder of the event:
- Rank 10: Receive an additional candy for evolving Pokémon; increased chance of earning Candy XL upon evolution (for trainers level 31 and above).
- Rank 20: Incense duration is doubled.
Trainers may also purchase an optional $4.99 deluxe pass upgrade, which bolsters your rewards with items like Glacial Lure Modules, Rare Candy, and an additional encounter with the costumed Lapras.
Field Research Tasks and Encounters
Spinning PokéStops during the event duration provides a chance to collect the following exclusive research tasks (as documented by Leek Duck):
- Catch 5 Pokémon: Squirtle, Horsea, or Krabby encounter
- Complete 3 Field Research Tasks: Alolan Vulpix, Horsea, or Sinistea encounter
- Complete 4 Field Research Tasks: Lapras, Larvitar, or Sinistea encounter
- Complete 7 Field Research Tasks: Sinistea encounter
- Explore 1 km: Cubone, Horsea, or Staryu encounter
- Hatch an egg: Sableye, Cubchoo, or Sinistea encounter
- Trade a Pokémon: Sinistea or Tandemaus encounter
- Use an Incense: Sinistea encounter
- Win a raid: Lapras, Larvitar, or Sinistea encounter
Boosted Wild and Incense Spawns
Throughout the event, keep an eye out for these Pokémon, which will appear more frequently in the wild:
- Squirtle
- Alolan Vulpix
- Krabby
- Staryu
- Lapras
- Vaporeon
- Larvitar
- Galarian Zigzagoon
Additionally, using an Incense will attract the following Pokémon more often:
- Cubone
- Horsea
- Lapras
- Vaporeon
- Larvitar
- Sableye
- Clamperl
- Cubchoo
Source: Polygon
