Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Host Year of the Snake Mass Outbreak Event

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Snake-Themed Mass Outbreak Event

A special Mass Outbreak event is underway in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, celebrating the Year of the Snake! Until January 12th, trainers will encounter significantly higher numbers of Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper, with boosted Shiny Pokémon rates.

This event follows closely on the heels of the Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid event that concluded 2024. While Rayquaza is obtainable through the Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC, the boosted Shiny encounter rate in the raid made it a highly sought-after opportunity.

This new Mass Outbreak, running from January 9th to January 12th, offers players a chance to catch these serpentine Pokémon in abundance. Silicobra will appear throughout the Paldea region, Ekans in Kitakami, and Seviper in the Terarium. Pokémon levels will range from 10 to 65, depending on player progression in the main game. To access the event, players must connect to the internet, access the Poke Portal via the in-game menu, and select "Get Poke Portal News."

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Snakelike Mass Outbreak Details (January 2025):

• Event Duration: January 9th – January 12th
• Featured Pokémon: Silicobra, Ekans, Seviper (increased Shiny rates)
• Locations: Silicobra (Paldea), Ekans (Kitakami), Seviper (Terarium)
• Internet Connection Required: Yes

The Shiny encounter rate is boosted by 0.5% before any additional multipliers. To further improve your odds, consider crafting Shiny Sandwiches. For Ekans and Seviper, use a Salty or Spicy Herba Mystica with a Green Bell Pepper; for Silicobra, substitute the pepper with Ham.

The future of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet in 2025 remains uncertain, particularly with the anticipated launch of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. The Pokémon Company's plans for the Year of the Snake in the games are yet to be revealed.