"Pokémon Go Tests Battle Skills in Sparring Partners Raid Day"

Get ready for an action-packed event as Pokémon Go hosts the Sparring Partners Raid Day on April 13th. From 2:00 to 5:00 pm local time, you'll have a thrilling three-hour window to showcase your battling prowess, hunt for Shiny Pokémon, and take on some of the fiercest fighters in the game. This event is the perfect warm-up while you anticipate the debut of Tinkatink.

The highlight of the Sparring Partners Raid Day is the introduction of Mega Heracross in Mega Raids, bringing a powerful buzz to the battlefield. Alongside Mega Heracross, you'll encounter Hariyama and Scraggy in regular raids, both with enhanced chances of encountering their Shiny forms. It's a bonanza for Fighting-type enthusiasts, so prepare your strongest counters to dominate the arena.

But the excitement doesn't stop at raids. The event introduces a new Charged Attack called Upper Hand. This move packs a punch with 70 power in Trainer Battles and has the potential to reduce your opponent's Defence. In raids and gyms, it delivers a solid 50-power hit. Equip this move to give yourself a competitive edge in your battles.

The bonuses during Sparring Partners Raid Day are designed to enhance your experience. You can collect up to six free Raid Passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs. For this weekend only, the Remote Raid Pass limit is increased to 20, allowing you more opportunities to participate in raids from anywhere.

For those looking to maximize their gains, a $4.99 ticket is available, offering additional Raid Passes, bonus XP, increased Stardust, and a higher drop rate for Rare Candy XL. Plus, don't miss out on redeeming *Pokémon Go codes* to snag a variety of free rewards.

Make sure to participate in the free Timed Research available during the event. Complete it before time runs out to earn a substantial amount of Stardust and extra boosts for your raids. Additionally, keep an eye on the Pokémon Go Web Store for a special bonus ticket bundle that includes a Premium Battle Pass.