The Dragon/Water-type Tatsugiri has finally made its Pokemon GO debut during the Water Festival 2025 event! This adorable Mimicry Pokemon brings exciting new challenges for trainers worldwide, but catching all three forms requires some serious planning.
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Pokemon GO Tatsugiri Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Type | Dragon/Water |
| Event | Water Festival 2025 (July 15-20, 2025) |
| Raid Level | 1-Star |
| Max CP | 3,105 |
| Shiny Available | No (Expected ~2026) |
| Forms | 3 Regional Exclusives |
Where to Find Each Tatsugiri Form
Tatsugiri comes in three distinct forms, each locked to specific regions:
Curly Form (Orange): Available in Europe, Middle East, and Africa Droopy Form (Pink/Magenta): Available in the Americas and Greenland
Stretchy Form (Yellow): Available in Asia-Pacific region
This regional exclusivity makes Tatsugiri one of the most challenging Pokemon to collect completely, requiring either travel or trading with international friends.
How to Catch Tatsugiri
1-Star Raids
Tatsugiri appears as a 1-Star Raid boss during the Water Festival event. The good news? You can easily solo these raids with moderately powerful counters, making them accessible for most trainers.
Field Research Tasks
Complete Water Festival-themed Field Research tasks for potential Tatsugiri encounters. These tasks refresh throughout the event period.
Paid Timed Research
For $4.99, you can access exclusive Timed Research that guarantees Tatsugiri encounters. This premium option provides the most reliable way to obtain this Pokemon.
Best Counters for Tatsugiri Raids
Since Tatsugiri is Dragon/Water type, focus on these effective counters:
- Fairy-types: Togekiss, Gardevoir, Sylveon
- Dragon-types: Rayquaza, Dragonite, Salamence
- Electric-types: Zekrom, Magnezone (for Water weakness)
Can Tatsugiri Be Shiny?
Unfortunately, Shiny Tatsugiri is NOT available in Pokemon GO yet. Based on Niantic’s historical patterns with regional Pokemon releases, expect approximately a one-year wait before any shiny variant is added.
Most likely, Shiny Tatsugiri will debut during a future global event, possibly the 2026 Water Festival or a special regional Pokemon celebration.
Trading Strategy
Given the regional restrictions, trading becomes crucial for completing your Tatsugiri collection. Connect with trainers from different regions through:
- Pokemon GO subreddit trading communities
- Local Discord servers
- Pokemon GO official events
Remember that regional Pokemon trades require significant Stardust, so build your friendship levels first!
Water Festival 2025 Event Details
The Water Festival runs from July 15-20, 2025 and features:
- Rainy Lure Modules lasting two hours
- Boosted Shiny rates for Staryu and Tirtouga
- Special avatar items and bonuses
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will Shiny Tatsugiri be released in Pokemon GO?
A: Based on Niantic’s patterns, Shiny Tatsugiri likely won’t be available until approximately 2026, possibly during a future Water Festival or regional Pokemon event.
Q: Can I get all three Tatsugiri forms without traveling?
A: No, each form is region-locked. You’ll need to trade with trainers from other regions or travel to those areas during the event period to collect all three forms.
