Pokemon GO's Rising Heroes is the latest season to hit Niantic's popular mobile game. The season kicked off today, March 1, 2023, and will end on June 1. For the next few months, trainers can look forward to the addition of new Pokemon, such as Roaming Form Gimmighoul, the return of Elite Raids, and even some seasonal bonuses, such as one that gives players extra Stardust from encounters with Team GO Rocket.
Another new thing for Pokemon GO players to partake in is a special Timed Research that's all about Professor Willow. By completing six fairly simple tasks, trainers will earn a bunch of new clothing items inspired by Willow, hence the name of the Timed Research, Willow's Wardrobe. Players will not only get the clothes, but they can also earn an encounter with a Melmetal that knows the Charged Attack Double Iron Bash.
However, before Pokemon GO players can work their way through Willow's Wardrobe Timed Research tasks, folks will have to cough up some cash, and we're not talking about PokeCoins. The only way to unlock the tasks are to head to the in-game shop and pay $4.99 for the Willow's Wardrobe ticket. The research will be available until June 30, a few weeks after the conclusion of the Rising Heroes season.
Pokemon GO: Willows Wardrobe Timed Research Tasks and Rewards
For Pokemon GO players wondering how long it'll take to get through the Timed Research Tasks, they can see them below. While they are fairly straightforward, it'll take players some time to catch 50 Pokemon; however, it should be easy to do before the end of June if someone logs in at least every few days.
- Catch 10 Pokemon - The reward is Willow's Goggles
- Catch 20 Pokemon - The reward is Willow's Gloves
- Catch 30 Pokemon - The reward is Willow's Pants
- Catch 40 Pokemon - The reward is Willow's Jacket
- Catch 50 Pokemon - The reward is Willow's Boots
- Transfer 30 Pokemon - The reward is 25 Meltan Candy
The reward for completing all tasks: Melmetal Encounter, 809 XP, and 809 Stardust.
Is Willow's Wardrobe Ticket Worth It?
Seeing as how players would typically need 400 Meltan Candy to evolve it into Melmetal, it might be worth the $5 to encounter the Mythical Pokemon. And those that really love picking outfits for their avatar might be into paying for the Willow clothing items. It's really all up to the player at the end of the day.
Pokemon GO is available on mobile devices.