Rogue of the Jungle quest steps and rewards for Zarude in Pokémon Go

Exploring the “Rogue of the Jungle” Quest in Pokémon Go

For the first time since 2021, Pokémon Go players can catch the mythical Pokémon, Zarude, through the exclusive “Rogue of the Jungle” quest. This limited-time opportunity arrives with a price tag, so if you haven’t yet added Zarude to your collection or wish to snag another one, you’ll need to invest some money in the game.

If you’re interested in capturing Zarude, this article provides a comprehensive outline of the “Rogue of the Jungle” quest steps and their associated rewards.

Overview of the Quest

The “Rogue of the Jungle” quest is a special research adventure requiring a purchase to participate, granting players the chance to catch Zarude. This elusive Pokémon belongs to Generation 8 and was previously available during the 2021 event called “Search for Zarude.” Players can buy this quest until Monday, March 25th, at 8 PM (local time). Fortunately, upon purchase, there is no expiration for completing the quest, so you can take your time.

Below, you will find all stages and rewards associated with the “Rogue of the Jungle” quest. Please be aware of possible spoilers.

Acknowledgments: Special thanks to Amiibofan101 from Reddit for contributing this information.

“Rogue of the Jungle” Quest Steps and Rewards

Step 1 of 5

• Tasks:
  • Complete 5 Field Research Tasks: Reward – 2 Silver Pinap Berries
  • Catch 25 Grass-type Pokémon: Reward – Encounter with Seedot
  • Evolve 3 Grass-type Pokémon: Reward – 20 Poké Balls
• Overall Rewards: 1,000 Stardust, 10 Razz Berries, and 2 Fast TMs

Step 2 of 5

• Tasks:
  • Explore 5 km: Reward – Golden Razz Berries
  • Catch 25 Dark-type Pokémon: Reward – Encounter with Galarian Zigzagoon
  • Evolve 3 Dark-type Pokémon: Reward – 10 Great Balls
• Overall Rewards: 1,000 Stardust, 5 Hyper Potions, and 2 Charged TMs

Step 3 of 5

• Tasks:
  • Spin 25 PokéStops or Gyms: Reward – 2 Silver Pinap Berries
  • Power up 5 Grass-type Pokémon: Reward – Encounter with Cacnea
  • Make an Excellent Throw: Reward – 10 Ultra Balls
• Overall Rewards: 1,000 Stardust, 5 Revives, and 1 Incense

Step 4 of 5

• Tasks:
  • Use 5 super-effective Charged Attacks: Reward – 2 Golden Razz Berries
  • Power up 5 Dark-type Pokémon: Reward – Encounter with Scraggy
  • Use 10 Berries to catch Pokémon: Reward – 5 Rare Candies
• Overall Rewards: 1,000 XP, 1,000 Stardust, and 2 Premium Battle Passes

Step 5 of 5

• Tasks:
  • Win 3 raids: Reward – 2 Silver Pinap Berries
  • Catch 15 different Pokémon species: Reward – Encounter with Absol
  • Defeat 5 Team Go Rocket Grunts: Reward – 10 Zarude Candy
• Overall Rewards: 1,000 Stardust, 3 Mega Zarude Candy, and an encounter with Zarude

How to Access “Rogue of the Jungle” in Pokémon Go

As previously mentioned, participating in the “Rogue of the Jungle” quest requires a one-time purchase from the in-game store. The cost is set at £7.99, $7.99, or the equivalent currency in your respective region. Be aware that tickets are nonrefundable and cannot be bought using PokéCoins. However, you are allowed to gift them to friends with a Great Friends status or higher.

Keep in mind that the quest will only be available for purchase until Monday, March 25th, at 8 PM (local time). If you decide to buy the quest, ensure that you complete the purchase before the deadline, or you’ll miss out on this event.

To purchase the “Rogue of the Jungle” quest, navigate to the in-game store through the main Pokémon Go menu. A banner for the quest should be visible, prompting you to make the purchase. After confirming the purchase, you may need to restart the app for the quest to appear.

During the Verdant Wonders event, acquiring the “Rogue of the Jungle” quest will increase the spawn rate of several Pokémon when using regular Incense, including Pansage, Pansear, Panpour, and various Flabébé species.

Happy hunting, and good luck catching Zarude!

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