Pokemon Pocket January 2025 Wonder Pick Event Guide: Charmander & Squirtle Promo-A Cards!
Pokemon Pocket's January Wonder Pick Event offers players a chance to snag two new Promo-A cards: Charmander (P-A 032) and Squirtle (P-A 033), boasting updated artwork while retaining original stats and moves. This guide covers everything you need to know about maximizing your chances of obtaining these cards and earning event-exclusive accessories.
Quick Navigation:
- Event Part 1 Details
- Acquiring Promo-A Charmander & Squirtle
- Part 1 Missions & Rewards
- Event Part 2 Details
- Part 2 Missions & Rewards
- Essential Tips & Strategies
Event Part 1: January 6th - 20th
- Dates: January 6th (10:00 PM) - January 20th (9:59 PM) Local Time
- Event Type: Wonder Pick
- Featured Rewards: Squirtle (P-A) and Charmander (P-A)
This two-week event uses a random number generator (RNG) system to determine which cards you receive.
Acquiring Promo-A Charmander & Squirtle
Both Event Parts 1 and 2 feature "Bonus" and "Rare" Wonder Picks:
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Bonus Wonder Picks: These free picks offer a chance at either Promo-A card (or their regular counterparts) plus Wonder Hourglasses or Event Shop Tickets. Data suggests a 20% chance of receiving a Bonus Pick with each Wonder Pick attempt.
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Rare Wonder Picks: These have a 2.5% appearance rate but guarantee one of the Promo-A cards. The number of slots each card occupies is RNG-based (1-4 slots), impacting your odds (25%-80%).
Part 1 Missions & Rewards
Complete five missions to earn Blastoise Event Shop Tickets:
Part 1 Mission | Reward |
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Collect One Squirtle Card | One Event Shop Ticket |
Collect One Charmander Card | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Three Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Four Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Five Times | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Nine tickets unlock all three Part 1 accessories:
Part 1 Item | Price |
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Blue (Backdrop) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Blue & Blastoise (Cover) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Tiny Temple (Backdrop) | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Event Part 2: January 15th - 21st
- Dates: January 15th - 21st
- Event Type: Wonder Pick
- Featured Rewards: Blastoise & Blue-themed Accessories
Part 2 introduces no new Promo-A cards but offers new missions and rewards.
Part 2 Missions & Rewards
Ten new missions reward additional Event Shop Tickets (up to 22):
Part 2 Mission | Reward |
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Wonder Pick One Time | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Two Times | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Three Times | One Event Shop Ticket |
Wonder Pick Four Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Five Times | Two Event Shop Tickets |
Wonder Pick Six Times | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Five Fire-Type Pokemon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Five Water-Type Pokemon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Ten Fire-Type Pokemon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Collect Ten Water-Type Pokemon | Three Event Shop Tickets |
Part 2 Item | Price |
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Blue & Blastoise (Card Back) | N/A |
Blue & Blastoise (Playmat) | N/A |
Blastoise (Icon) | N/A |
Blastoise (Coin) | N/A |
Essential Tips & Strategies
- Ticket Carryover: Tickets remain until January 29th. (31 tickets needed for all items).
- No Notifications: Check regularly (every 30-60 minutes) for Bonus and Rare Picks.
- All Picks Count: Any Wonder Pick contributes to mission progress.
- Strategic Rare Picks: Prioritize Bonus Picks; only use Rare Picks if nearing the end and missing Promo-A cards.