Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's Snake-Themed Mass Outbreak Event
A special Mass Outbreak event is underway in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, celebrating the Year of the Snake! This limited-time event boosts the appearance rate of Silicobra, Ekans, and Seviper, significantly increasing the chances of encountering their Shiny variants.
The event, running from January 9th to January 12th, offers players a heightened opportunity to add these serpentine Pokémon to their collections. Silicobra will be found across the Paldea region, Ekans in Kitakami, and Seviper in the Terarium. Their levels will vary (10-65) depending on player progression in the main storyline.
This event follows the recent Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid event, a fitting conclusion to the Year of the Dragon. The increased Shiny odds for this Snakelike Mass Outbreak are a welcome start to the Year of the Snake. The Shiny encounter rate is boosted by 0.5% before any additional multipliers are applied. Players can further enhance their chances by crafting Shiny Sandwiches, using specific Herba Mystica and ingredients tailored to each Pokémon: Salty or Spicy Herba Mystica with a Green Bell Pepper for Ekans and Seviper, and Ham instead of pepper for Silicobra.
To participate, players must connect to the internet, access the Poke Portal via the in-game menu, and select "Get Poke Portal News." The Mass Outbreak will then be visible.
The future of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet beyond this event remains uncertain, particularly with the anticipated launch of Pokémon Legends: Z-A in 2025. The Pokémon Company's plans for the Year of the Snake are yet to be revealed. However, this current Mass Outbreak provides a thrilling opportunity for players to bolster their Pokédex and potentially snag a rare Shiny Pokémon.
