The Pokémon GO community is buzzing with excitement as the Ultra Unlock: Hisui Celebration event brings game-changing evolution shortcuts and debuts the highly anticipated Hisuian Zorua! Running from July 8-13, 2025, this event offers trainers unprecedented opportunities to evolve challenging Pokémon with reduced requirements.
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Pokémon GO: Major Evolution Requirement Reduction
The biggest news for trainers is the Hisuian Qwilfish to Overqwil buddy task evolution requirement was reduced for the duration of the event from winning 10 raids to winning 1 raid. This dramatic 90% reduction makes evolving one of the game’s most challenging Pokémon significantly more accessible.
Quick Evolution Details
| Evolution | Normal Requirement | Event Requirement | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hisuian Qwilfish → Overqwil | 10 Raid Wins | 1 Raid Win | 90% reduction |
| Hisuian Zorua → Hisuian Zoroark | 50 Zorua Candy | 50 Zorua Candy | No change |
Important: The initial 10 raid wins requirement will return on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 10 am PDT, so trainers need to act fast!
Hisuian Zorua Makes Its Debut
The Spiteful Fox Pokémon Hisuian Zorua and its Evolution, Hisuian Zoroark, will make their Pokémon GO debuts! This exciting addition brings the mysterious illusion Pokémon from the Hisui region into the modern mobile game.
Hisuian Zorua Features:
- Disguise Ability: Like Zorua, Hisuian Zorua will disguise itself as your current Buddy in the wild
- Evolution Cost: You can use 50 Zorua Candy to evolve Hisuian Zorua into Hisuian Zoroark
- Unique Typing: Normal/Ghost dual-type brings new strategic possibilities
Space-Time Anomalies Add Mystery
During the event, space-time anomalies are connecting our world to the distant past, and you might encounter different Pokémon when they appear. These mysterious phenomena create unique spawning opportunities that trainers won’t want to miss.
Event Bonuses and Rewards
The celebration includes several trainer-friendly bonuses:
- Increased XP and Stardust for various activities
- Boosted Shiny rates for Hisuian Pokémon encounters
- Special Field Research with exclusive rewards
- Collection Challenges featuring region-specific tasks
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Strategic Tips for Success
Priority Actions:
- Evolve Hisuian Qwilfish immediately while requirements are reduced
- Stock up on Zorua Candy for the new evolution
- Keep your best Pokémon as your buddy to optimize Hisuian Zorua encounters
- Participate in raids for exclusive rewards and faster evolution progress
Pro Tip: Focus on completing the reduced evolution requirement first, then explore the new Hisuian Zorua mechanics during the remaining event days.
Event Timeline
- Start: July 8, 2025, 10:00 AM local time
- End: July 13, 2025, 8:00 PM local time
- Evolution Requirement Reset: July 14, 2025, 10:00 AM PDT
The Ultra Unlock: Hisui Celebration represents a perfect opportunity for both new and veteran trainers to expand their Pokédex with rare Hisuian forms. With the massive evolution discount and exciting new debuts, this event shouldn’t be missed!
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Source: Official Pokémon GO Blog
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will the reduced evolution requirement for Hisuian Qwilfish be permanent?
A: No, the reduced requirement is temporary. After July 14, 2025, at 10 AM PDT, the evolution will return to requiring 10 raid wins instead of just 1.
Q: How can I identify Hisuian Zorua in the wild?
A: Hisuian Zorua will appear disguised as your current Buddy Pokémon. Look for your buddy’s appearance but pay attention to any subtle differences that might indicate it’s actually a disguised Hisuian Zorua.
