Crowned Sword Zacian and Shield Zamazenta Arrive in Pokémon GO: GO Fest 2025 Transformation Details
Get ready, Pokémon GO trainers! The highly anticipated Crowned Sword Zacian and Crowned Shield Zamazenta are finally making their grand debut at Pokémon GO Fest 2025. After years of waiting, these upgraded legendary Pokémon are set to bring new power and excitement to your teams. Here's a breakdown of everything you need to know to unlock and utilize these formidable forms.
The Legends Evolve: Zacian and Zamazenta's Transformation
Since their introduction to Pokémon GO in 2021, Zacian and Zamazenta have only been available in their Hero of Many Battles forms. That's all about to change. Zacian, typically a Fairy-type, will transform into a Fairy/Steel-type in its Crowned Sword form. Similarly, Zamazenta, normally a Fighting-type, will become a Fighting/Steel-type as Crowned Shield. These dual-typed powerhouses boast stat boosts, exclusive moves, and striking visual upgrades.
Unlocking the Crowned Forms: A Step-by-Step Guide
Transforming Zacian and Zamazenta into their Crowned forms requires specific resources. Here's what you'll need:
- Iron Head: This charged move is essential for both Zacian and Zamazenta.
- Candy: You'll need 30 Candy per Pokémon.
- Crowned Energy: 1,000 Crowned Energy (either Sword or Shield) is required for each transformation.
The good news? Once you transform them once, switching between forms in the future is completely free of charge! This feature addresses the previous resource cost concerns associated with Pokémon transformations.
Earning Crowned Energy
Crowned Energy can be collected in two primary ways:
- Five-Star Raids: Participate in raids featuring Zacian and Zamazenta during GO Fest.
- Ticketed Special Research Tasks: Complete special research tasks during the global event in late June.
Attendees of the in-person GO Fest events in Paris, Jersey City, and Osaka will receive early access to this crucial Energy.
Exclusive Moves: Behemoth Blade and Bash
Upon transforming, Crowned Sword Zacian will automatically learn Behemoth Blade, while Crowned Shield Zamazenta picks up Behemoth Bash. These powerful moves unlock additional combat abilities. And even though they lack Dynamax forms, they can still participate in Dynamax and Gigantamax battles, a first for Pokémon GO!
Looking Ahead
Pokémon GO Fest 2025 is shaping up to be a significant event for trainers. The arrival of Crowned Zacian and Zamazenta provides a powerful incentive for both seasoned players and newcomers to engage with the game.
Will we see free transformations for other Pokémon in the future? What strategies will you employ with these new Crowned forms? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!
