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Raid Day · August 22, 2026

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Ultra Unlock: Starmie Super Mega Raid Day

Prepare counters and a raid route for Mega Starmie’s debut, free Raid Passes, boosted Shiny odds, Rare Candy XL, and event Timed Research.

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Why it matters

The event opportunity

Mega Starmie debuts in Super Mega Raids. Starmie caught from these raids starts at Mega Level 1, removing the normal initial unlock step.

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Bonuses

Mega Starmie Raid Day bonuses

  • Up to six free Raid Passes from Gym Photo Discs
  • An additional 5,000 XP from all raids
  • Increased Rare Candy XL chance
  • Boosted Shiny Starmie odds from Super Mega Raids

Features

How this event works

  • Mega Starmie debuts in Super Mega Raids.
  • Raid-caught Starmie starts at Mega Level 1.
  • Gym Photo Discs provide up to six free Raid Passes during the event.

Research

Tasks, encounters, and deadlines

  • Event Timed Research awards an encounter with Scizor.
  • Complete and claim the Timed Research during its event availability.
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Task
Exact tasks not yet published
Reward
Scizor encounter

Possible Shinies

Shiny Pokémon worth checking

These featured Pokémon may be encountered as Shiny during the event. Boosted odds are identified when confirmed.

StarmieBoosted Super Mega Raid chance#121

Featured Pokémon

What to catch, hatch, raid, or evolve

Open any Pokémon for evolution requirements, forms, costumes, search examples, and recommended battle movesets.

StarmieMega debut#121StaryuCandy source#120ScizorTimed Research encounter#212

Strategy

A practical event plan

  1. Prepare top counters and enough healing items before the event.
  2. Build a route with several eligible Gyms or find a community meetup.
  3. Collect free passes one at a time by spinning Gym Photo Discs.
  4. Keep the best Starmie for Mega use and record Shiny and Mega ownership.

Accuracy

Official source and update policy

DexJourney reviewed this guide on July 25, 2026 using the official Pokémon GO announcement. Times shown as “local time” follow the clock in the location where you are playing.

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Events and bonuses can change. Confirm the in-game Today view before spending tickets, premium items, or travel time.