Get ready for an action-packed event in Pokémon Go as the Sparring Partners Raid Day event takes over on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have three hours to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and engage with some of the fiercest fighters in the game.

The highlight of the event is the introduction of Mega Heracross in Mega Raids, bringing a new level of challenge and excitement. Alongside Mega Heracross, Hariyama and Scraggy will be featured in regular raids, with enhanced chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It's a prime opportunity for Fighting-type enthusiasts to test their skills and add these powerful Pokémon to their collection.

But the excitement doesn't stop at raids. A new Charged Attack, Upper Hand, is being introduced for featured Pokémon during the event. This move packs a punch with 70 power in Trainer Battles and can reduce your opponent's Defense. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power hit, potentially giving you the upper hand in your battles.

To further enhance your experience, you can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs. For one weekend, the Remote Raid Pass limit is increased to 20, allowing you more opportunities to participate in raids from anywhere.

For an additional $4.99, you can purchase a ticket that unlocks even more benefits, including extra Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Additionally, you can use Pokémon Go codes to claim a variety of free rewards.

Don't miss out on the free Timed Research available during the event. Completing it before the deadline will reward you with a substantial amount of Stardust and additional raid-related boosts. There's also a special ticket bundle available in the Pokémon Go Web Store that includes a Premium Battle Pass, ensuring you're fully equipped for the battles ahead.