Togetic Spotlight Hour (December 2024)
Pokémon Go Spotlight Hour happens every Tuesday in December which features a specific Pokémon and a special bonus from 6:00 to 7:00 PM local time. Togetic spotlight offers 2x XP for evolving Pokémon on December 31st, 2024.
This event is the final Spotlight Hour of December 2024 and shiny Togetic will be available! It’s a great chance to evolve extra Pokémon in your storage before transferring them.
Bring a Mega-Evolved Pokémon that shares a type with Togetic for maximum candy rewards. Let’s talk about togetic spotlight everything you need to know.
Togetic Spotlight Hour Highlights
Bonuses:
- 2x XP for Evolving Pokémon
- Shiny Togetic Available
Tips for the XP Bonus:
You don’t need to focus on catching Togetic to use the 2x XP bonus. You have to evolve Pokémon like Scatterbug or use a Mystery Box to evolve Meltan. This is an excellent way to grind XP especially with a Lucky Egg active.
Save Pokémon caught during the New Year’s 2025 event for evolution. Old-school players recall saving low-cost evolutions like Pidgey for Spotlight Hours like this. You can consider evolving Jigglypuff or Hoothoot with 50 candy while no 25-candy evolutions are featured during the event.
Quick Togetic Overview
- Type: Fairy/Flying
- Weaknesses: Electric, Ice, Poison, Rock, Steel
- Max CP: 1931
- Best Moves: Fairy Wind, Dazzling Gleam
- Weather Boosts: Cloudy, Windy
Evolution Requirements:
- 100 Togetic Candy + Sinnoh Stone
Shiny Togetic:
Shiny Togetic has subtle changes in its color palette with swapped markings and an off-white body.
Mega Pokémon Bonus
Using a Mega-Evolved Pokémon during Spotlight Hour increases XP and candy when catching Pokémon of the same type. There’s also a higher chance of getting XL Candy at High or Max levels.
Is Evolving Togetic Worth It?
PvP Performance:
Togekiss is the evolved form of Togetic that shines in PvP battles due to its moveset and versatility.
- Great League: Togekiss counters Dragon, Fighting, and Dark Pokémon while dealing heavy neutral damage.
- Ultra League: Togekiss remains a strong presence and excels against common types in this league.
- Master League: Togekiss holds its ground against meta threats which often overpower foes like Dialga in shield-heavy scenarios.
Against Steel types, Togekiss can use Aura Sphere or Flamethrower to deal significant damage which makes it a reliable choice in all leagues.
PvE Performance:
Togekiss is a great option in raids against Dragon Fighting and Dark Pokémon. It will not deal the highest damage but its solid bulk and resistance make it a valuable team member.
- Raids: Togekiss excels against Fighting types due to its Flying type resistance.
- Gyms: It serves as a strong Gym defender with its bulk and resistance to common Fighting-type attackers.
Final Thoughts
Togetic Spotlight Hour offers a great opportunity for XP grinding, shiny hunting, and preparing Togekiss for PvP or PvE. Make sure to take advantage of the bonuses and evolve Pokémon strategically!
