The Slumbering Sands event has arrived in Pokémon Go, marking the start of summer with the introduction of three new costume Pokémon: Visor Slakoth, Visor Vigoroth, and Visor Slaking. Players can look forward to exciting gameplay and exclusive in-game opportunities as the event unfolds.
Pokémon Sleep Timed Research Quests
For those who have a Pokémon Go Plus + device, there is a chance to participate in the Pokémon Sleep Timed Research quest during this event. While this exclusive quest is only available to device owners, everyone else can still engage in special research tasks and take on the Slumbering Sands Collection Challenge.
Notably, the event has also introduced a shiny version of Komala, making it an exciting time to catch new additions.
Details on ‘Pokémon Sleep Timed Research’
It should be noted that the Pokémon Sleep Timed Research quest is exclusively available for players who possess the Pokémon Go Plus +. If you do not own this device, unfortunately, you will be unable to access this quest. However, the good news is that the quest has a longer completion window, expiring on June 14th at 8 PM (local time), providing ample time for those who have access to complete it.
Even without this particular quest, players can still enjoy the Collection Challenge, assorted field research tasks exclusive to the event, as well as various bonuses related to Slumbering Sands.
Quest Steps and Rewards
Here’s a brief overview of the quest steps and the rewards you can earn:
Step 1 of 2:
- Track sleep for one day using Pokémon Go Plus + (encounter Komala)
- Catch eight Pokémon using Pokémon Go Plus + (encounter Visor Slakoth)
- Spin eight PokéStops using Pokémon Go Plus + (encounter Visor Slakoth)
Rewards: 1000 Stardust or an encounter with Nightcap Snorlax.
Step 2 of 2:
- Track sleep for two days using Pokémon Go Plus + (encounter Komala)
- Catch twenty-four Pokémon using Pokémon Go Plus + (encounter Visor Slakoth)
- Spin twenty-four PokéStops using Pokémon Go Plus + (encounter Visor Slakoth)
Rewards: 3000 Stardust or an encounter with Nightcap Snorlax.
Slumbering Sands Collection Challenge
The Slumbering Sands Collection Challenge is active until June 12th at 8 PM (local time). Completing this challenge before time runs out will reward players and contribute to their Elite Collector Medal. However, be cautious as four Pokémon in this challenge can only be acquired through evolution and won’t count if caught in the wild.
Here’s the lineup for Pokémon in the Collection Challenge and how to obtain them:
- Mareep: Wild encounter, event-exclusive research task (catch 5 Electric or Flying-types).
- Flaaffy: Evolve Mareep using 25 Mareep Candy.
- Ampharos: Evolve Flaaffy using 100 Mareep Candy.
- Oranguru: Wild encounter or event-exclusive research task (catch 10 Pokémon).
- Sandygast: Wild encounter, event-exclusive research task (catch 10 Pokémon) or seasonal research task (win a raid).
- Palossand: Evolve Sandygast using 50 Sandygast Candy.
- Drowzee: Wild encounter or event-exclusive research task (catch 10 Pokémon).
- Hypno: Evolve Drowzee using 50 Drowzee Candy.
Completing the challenge grants players 5000 XP, 2500 Stardust, or an encounter with Komala.
Field Research Tasks in Slumbering Sands
Players may earn event-exclusive research tasks by spinning PokéStops. While these tasks can be saved for later, completing them during the event can aid in finishing the Collection Challenge.
Here are the Slumbering Sands field research tasks:
- Catch 10 Pokémon: Reward – Drowzee, Oranguru, or Sandygast encounter.
- Use 5 Berries: Reward – Psyduck or Mareep encounter.
- Make 3 Great Throws: Reward – Komala encounter.
- Take Snapshots of 3 Different Wild Pokémon: Reward – Visor Slakoth encounter.
- Spin 10 PokéStops or Gyms: Reward – Visor Slakoth or Komala encounter.
What Else to Expect from Slumbering Sands
Running until June 12th at 8 PM (local time), the Slumbering Sands event offers one of the best bonuses in Pokémon Go: double catch XP. Among the Pokémon to catch during this event is the new costume Pokémon, Visor Slakoth, which can evolve into both Visor Vigoroth and Visor Slaking.
Players should also stay alert for the newly released shiny Komala throughout the event. Alongside photobombing Pokémon that make their way into your snapshots, players can look forward to catching:
- Psyduck
- Slowpoke
- Drowzee
- Mareep
- Visor Slakoth
- Munna
- Oranguru
- Sandygast
- Komala
Additionally, PokéStop Showcases will be featured during the event, allowing for even more fun.
For those interested, the event includes a paid timed research quest that allows players to acquire a Komala Backpack for their avatar at a cost of $2 or local currency equivalent. This option is non-refundable and cannot be acquired using PokéCoins, though it can be gifted to friends with whom you share a Great Friendship or higher.
Enjoy the Slumbering Sands!
As the Slumbering Sands event unfolds in Pokémon Go, players are encouraged to seize the opportunity and immerse themselves in this vibrant summertime experience. Happy catching!