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Pokémon GO Holiday Research: Spark vs. Sierra

by Samuel Feb 08,2025

In Pokémon GO's Holiday Part 1 branching research, trainers face a choice: aid Spark or Sierra. This guide clarifies the differences to help you decide. The event, running December 17th – 22nd (9:59 AM local time), features a free research path with three sections. After the first, you'll choose your path.

Pokémon GO Spark

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Spark's Path (Ice-Type Focus):

This path centers on Ice-type Pokémon.

Part 2:

Research Task Reward
Catch 10 Ice-Type Pokémon 10 Pinap Berries
Take 5 snapshots of wild Pokémon 20 Poké Balls
Complete 5 Field Research Tasks 500 Stardust
Complete All Tasks Alolan Vulpix Encounter, 2000 XP

Part 3:

Research Task Reward
Catch 25 Ice-Type Pokémon 10 Ultra Balls
Power Up Ice-Type Pokémon 10x 1 Golden Razz Berry
Collect MP from 3 Power Spots 100 Max Particles
Complete All Tasks Sandygast Encounter, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust

Pokémon GO Rocket Leaders

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Sierra's Path (Fire-Type Focus):

This path focuses on Fire-type Pokémon.

Part 2:

Research Task Reward
Catch 10 Fire-Type Pokémon 10 Pinap Berries
Take 5 snapshots of wild Pokémon 20 Poké Balls
Complete 5 Field Research Tasks 500 Stardust
Complete All Tasks Shadow Vulpix Encounter, 2000 XP

Part 3:

Research Task Reward
Catch 25 Fire-Type Pokémon 10 Ultra Balls
Power Up Fire-Type Pokémon 10x 1 Golden Razz Berry
Collect MP from 3 Power Spots 100 Max Particles
Complete All Tasks Sandygast Encounter, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust

The final Sandygast encounter is the same for both paths. Your choice depends on whether you prefer an Alolan Vulpix or Shadow Vulpix encounter, and which Pokémon type you wish to prioritize catching. Pokémon GO is available now.

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