Pokemon GO Steeled Resolve Event: Complete Guide and Tips

The eagerly anticipated Pokémon GO event, Steeled Resolve, is just around the corner, focusing on challenging players to test their battling skills. This exciting event features the formidable Corviknight, alongside a range of battle-related perks and bonuses. Running from January 21 at 10:00 AM to January 26 at 8:00 PM, this event is perfectly synchronized with the ongoing GO Battle League season. Are you looking to seize this opportunity? Read on to find out everything you need to know in our comprehensive guide to the Pokémon GO Steeled Resolve event.

Corviknight Takes Center Stage in Steeled Resolve

The highlight of this event is the debut of the Corviknight evolutionary line in Pokémon GO. As a Steel/Flying-type Pokémon, it evolves from Rookidee into Corvisquire and finally into Corviknight. To evolve Rookidee, you’ll need 25 candies, and for the next evolution, prepare to gather an additional 100 candies. Notably, if you evolve Corvisquire during the event, your Corviknight will acquire the exclusive charged attack Iron Head, making it a formidable choice in battles. Below are Corviknight and its evolutionary phases:

Pokémon	Image
Corviknight
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Ravenclaw

Wild Encounters and Spawns during Steeled Resolve

The Steeled Resolve event introduces a captivating variety of Pokémon in the wild, merging PvP favorites with rare species. Many of these encounters can notably contribute to your success in both Great and Ultra League battles, with standout picks such as Marill and Paldean Wooper.

If you aim to catch shiny variants, you’re in for a treat—almost every wild encounter during this period can appear in its shiny form. Below is a list of the Pokémon you may encounter during the Steeled Resolve event:

Pokémon	Image	Shiny Available
Clefairy	Yes
Machop	Yes
Totodile	Yes
Marill	Yes
Hoppip	Yes
Paldean Wooper	Yes
Shieldon	Yes
Bunnelby	Yes
Carbink	No
Mareanie	Yes

Raid Schedule for Steeled Resolve Event

Raid battles during this event will occur in two distinct phases, with a rotation set for January 24. Notably, players can expect to see both Attack and Defense Forme Deoxys, followed by the legendary Dragon-type Pokémon, Dialga. Here’s the complete raid schedule:

Raid Tier	Pokémon	Available Period	Shiny Available
One-Star	Lickitung	Full Event	Yes
One-Star	Crust	Full Event	Yes
One-Star	Pancham	Full Event	Yes
One-Star	Amaura	Full Event	Yes
Five-Star	Deoxys (Attack Forme)	Until Jan 24, 10 AM	Yes
Five-Star	Deoxys (Defense Forme)	Until Jan 24, 10 AM	Yes
Five-Star	Dialga	Jan 24, 10 AM – Event End	Yes
Mega	Mega Gallade	Until Jan 24, 10 AM	Yes
Mega	Mega Medicham	Jan 24, 10 AM – Event End	Yes

The one-star raids feature Pokémon beneficial for PvP, such as Lickitung, while the Mega raids showcase formidable fighters like Gallade and Medicham.

Event Rewards for Pokémon GO: Steeled Resolve

During this event, trainers can utilize a Charged TM to remove Frustration from their Shadow Pokémon—a rare opportunity to enhance their movesets. Review your collection and determine which Shadow Pokémon could benefit most from this update.

Magnetic Lure Modules will also be beneficial, attracting Pokémon like Onix, Beldum, Shieldon, and Rookidee. This is an excellent way to gather candies for your Corviknight, as you can catch several Rookidee at once in a designated area.

The event also features exclusive moves to empower your Pokémon in battles, obtainable only during the event via specific evolutions. Below are some notable moves:

Machamp learns Karate Chop (Fast Attack) upon evolving from Machoke
Feraligatr learns Hydro Cannon (Charged Attack) when evolving from Croconaw
Quagsire gains Aqua Tail (Charged Attack) when evolving from Wooper
Lickilicky learns Body Slam (Charged Attack) during its evolution from Lickitung
Corviknight unlocks Iron Head (Charged Attack) by evolving from Corvisquire
Clodsire receives Megahorn (Charged Attack) upon evolving from Paldean Wooper

Egg Hatches during Steeled Resolve

Throughout the event, 2 km eggs will contain a unique selection of Pokémon. You have the chance to hatch Shieldon, Carbink, Mareanie, and the newly-introduced Rookidee from these eggs. Both Shieldon and Mareanie can also hatch shiny, making these eggs particularly attractive for shiny enthusiasts and trainers looking to complete their Corviknight line. To optimize hatching speed, consider using Super Incubators.

Maximize Your Experience: Tips for Steeled Resolve

To fully enjoy and benefit from the Steeled Resolve event, consider the following tips:

Prioritize capturing Rookidee. Use Pinap Berries to double your candy haul. You can maximize your efficiency by setting up near a PokéStop with a Magnetic Lure Module to gather candies quickly.
Consider evolving multiple Corviknight, as this Pokémon shows promise in both the Great and Ultra Leagues—each tailored for its respective league.
Seize the chance to remove Frustration from your Shadow Pokémon—a rare opportunity to refine your competitive movesets. Don’t overlook the Field Research tasks that can yield useful items like Poké Balls, Revives, Super Potions, or encounters with event-themed Pokémon.
Remember to plan your time effectively, as the event concludes on January 26 at 8:00 PM local time. Make sure you maximize your opportunities before it ends.

So, are you ready to dive into the Steeled Resolve event? Share your thoughts and plans with us in the comments below!

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