In Pokemon GO's Holiday Part 1 branching research, trainers face a crucial decision: aid Spark or Sierra? This guide clarifies the choices, helping you optimize your Holiday Part 1 experience. The event, running from December 17th to December 22nd at 9:59 AM local time, features a free research path with three stages. After the initial tasks, players select their allegiance.
The Spark vs. Sierra Dilemma
The core difference lies in the Pokemon types: Ice (Spark) or Fire (Sierra). The reward encounters also vary. While the final reward (Sandygast) remains consistent, the choice impacts your focus and the Vulpix variant you obtain.
Choosing Spark: An Ice-Type Adventure
Opting for Spark directs your efforts towards Ice-type Pokemon. Completing Part 2 rewards an Alolan Vulpix encounter.
Spark's Part 2 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
| Take 5 snapshots of different wild Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
| Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Alolan Vulpix encounter, 2000 XP |
Spark's Part 3 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 25 Ice-Type Pokémon | 10 Ultra Balls |
| Power Up Ice-Type Pokémon 10 Times | 1 Golden Razz Berry |
| Collect MP from 3 Power Spots | 100 Max Particles |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Sandygast encounter, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust |
Siding with Sierra: A Fiery Pursuit
Choosing Sierra focuses your efforts on Fire-type Pokemon, culminating in a Shadow Vulpix encounter in Part 2.
Sierra's Part 2 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 10 Fire-Type Pokémon | 10 Pinap Berries |
| Take 5 snapshots of different wild Pokémon | 20 Poké Balls |
| Complete 5 Field Research Tasks | 500 Stardust |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Shadow Vulpix encounter, 2000 XP |
Sierra's Part 3 Tasks & Rewards
| Research Task | Reward |
|---|---|
| Catch 25 Fire-Type Pokémon | 10 Ultra Balls |
| Power Up Fire-Type Pokémon 10 Times | 1 Golden Razz Berry |
| Collect MP from 3 Power Spots | 100 Max Particles |
| Complete All Three Tasks | Sandygast encounter, 3000 XP, 2000 Stardust |
Your decision hinges on your desired Vulpix variant and preferred Pokemon type for catching during the event. Pokemon GO is currently available for play.
