Pokémon Pocket January 2025 Wonder Pick Event Guide: Charmander & Squirtle Promo-A Cards!
Pokémon Pocket's January 2025 Wonder Pick Event introduces new Promo-A Charmander (P-A 032) and Squirtle (P-A 033) cards, boasting updated artwork while retaining original stats and moves. This guide covers event details, strategies for obtaining these cards, and maximizing your rewards.
Quick Navigation:
- Event Part 1 Details
- Getting Promo-A Charmander & Squirtle
- Part 1 Missions & Rewards
- Event Part 2 Details
- Part 2 Missions & Rewards
- Event Tips & Strategies
Event Part 1 Details
- Dates: January 6th (10:00 PM) - January 20th (9:59 PM) Local Time
- Focus: Squirtle (P-A) and Charmander (P-A) acquisition.
This initial phase spans two weeks, offering players a chance to obtain the new Promo-A cards via Wonder Picks.
Getting Promo-A Charmander & Squirtle
Both Event Parts 1 and 2 feature "Bonus" and "Rare" Wonder Picks:
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Bonus Wonder Picks: These free picks offer a chance at either Promo-A card (or their standard versions) plus Wonder Hourglasses or Event Shop Tickets. Data suggests a 20% chance of a Bonus Pick appearing with each Wonder Pick opportunity.
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Rare Wonder Picks: These appear with a 2.5% chance and guarantee a Promo-A card. The specific card and quantity (1-4 slots) are random, influencing your odds (25% - 80%).
Part 1 Missions & Rewards
Five missions reward Event Shop Tickets (Blastoise theme):
Part 1 Mission | Reward |
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Collect One Squirtle Card | One Event Shop Ticket |
Collect One Charmander Card | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Three Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Four Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Five Times | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Completing all missions yields nine tickets, enough for all three Part 1 shop items:
Part 1 Item | Price |
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Blue (Backdrop) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Blue & Blastoise (Cover) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Tiny Temple (Backdrop) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Event Part 2 Details
- Dates: January 15th - January 21st
- Focus: Blastoise and Blue-themed accessories.
Part 2 introduces new missions and rewards, but no new promotional cards.
Part 2 Missions & Rewards
Ten new missions offer up to 22 Event Shop Tickets:
Part 2 Mission | Reward |
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Wonder Pick One Time | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Two Times | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Three Times | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Four Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Five Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Six Times | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Five Fire-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Five Water-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Ten Fire-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Ten Water-Type Pokémon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Part 2 Shop Items (prices not listed):
- Blue & Blastoise (Card Back)
- Blue & Blastoise (Playmat)
- Blastoise (Icon)
- Blastoise (Coin)
Event Tips & Strategies
- Ticket Carryover: Tickets remain until January 29th. (31 tickets needed for all items).
- No Notifications: Check for Bonus/Rare Picks regularly (every 30-60 minutes).
- All Picks Count: Any Wonder Pick contributes to mission progress.
- Strategic Rare Picks: Prioritize Bonus Picks; use Rare Picks only if nearing the end and missing Promo-A cards.