Get ready for the *Pokémon GO* debut of Dhelmise in the exciting Beloved Buddies event! Alongside increased wild spawns and fantastic bonuses, this event offers a unique opportunity to catch this intriguing Pokémon. However, there's only one way to snag Dhelmise—read on to discover how, along with event dates and times.
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How to Get Dhelmise in Pokémon GO
Your only chance to catch Dhelmise is by battling it as a boss in 3-Star Raids during the Beloved Buddies event. Defeat Dhelmise in a raid, and you'll have the opportunity to catch it afterward.
Dhelmise’s Weaknesses & Resistances
Dhelmise is a Grass- and Ghost-type Pokémon, making it weak to Fire, Dark, Ice, Ghost, and Flying-type moves (160% super-effective damage). Conversely, it resists Grass, Water, Electric, and Ground-type moves (63% resistance), along with Fighting and Normal-type moves (39% resistance).
Can Dhelmise Be Shiny?
No, a Shiny Dhelmise is not available during this event. Shiny versions of newly released Pokémon often debut later, possibly in a future Community Day event.
Beloved Buddies Dates & Times
The Beloved Buddies event runs from Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM to Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 8:00 PM local time.
Increased Wild Spawns During Beloved Buddies
During the event, keep an eye out for increased spawns of these friendship-themed Pokémon: Cutiefly, Diglett, Dunsparce, Fomantis, Illumise, Mantine, Minun, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, Plusle, Remoraid, Shellder, Slowpoke, and Volbeat. Many of these Pokémon have a chance to be Shiny, with increased odds for Shiny Dunsparce and Diglett.
Beloved Buddies Bonuses In Pokémon GO
Enjoy these bonuses throughout the event:
- Double XP for catching Pokémon.
- 60-minute Lure Modules.
- Event-themed Pokémon attracted to Lure Modules (Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Cutiefly, and Fomantis).
- 500 Stardust bonus for catching Diglett, Slowpoke, Shellder, Dunsparce, Cutiefly, and Fomantis.
Raid Bosses During Beloved Buddies
Beloved Buddies features various Raid Bosses:
| Raid Level | Raid Boss | Can It Be Shiny? |
|---|---|---|
| One-Star | Dwebble | Yes |
| Shellder | Yes | |
| Skrelp | Yes | |
| Three-Star | Dhelmise | No |
| Hippowdon | No | |
| Slowbro | No | |
| Five-Star | Enamorus (Incarnate Forme) | No |
| Mega | Mega Tyranitar | Yes |
Shiny rates vary; Mega Raids have a 1/128 chance, while Legendary Raids offer a 1/20 chance.
Field Research Tasks
Limited-time Field Research tasks will be available, offering rewards such as Stardust and encounters with Tandemaus. Specific tasks will be revealed closer to the event start.
Collection Challenges
A Collection Challenge will task you with catching many of the event Pokémon. Details will be released on February 11th.
PokéStop Showcases
PokéStop Showcases will allow you to showcase event Pokémon for potential rewards. Details will be revealed soon.
Now you're equipped to conquer the Beloved Buddies event! Don't miss out on the chance to catch Dhelmise and enjoy all the other exciting offerings. Good luck, Trainers!
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