The first-ever special trading event is now live in Pokémon GO, during which all trades including Special Trades now cost 25 percent less Stardust until August 19 at 9 p.m. PDT. The official announcement from the development team at Niantic is as follows:
Earn More Bonuses during This Special Trading Event!
Trainers,
Whether you’re seeking a new Pokédex entry or awaiting the arrival of a Lucky Pokémon, you’ll get a chance to enjoy special bonuses starting August 2 at 1:00 P.M. PDT. All trades—including Special Trades—will cost 25% less Stardust to complete! This lasts until August 19 at 9:00 P.M. PDT and applies to all friends, even brand-new ones.
You can earn more Candy during every trade—netting up to six Candies for the Pokémon you receive. Plus, keep an eye out when you encounter a Pokémon not currently in your Pokédex, as you’ll receive triple XP when you gain a new entry!
So, grab your friends and make some memorable trades. Stay safe, and happy exploring!
—The Pokémon GO team
Source: Official Pokémon GO blog and @PokemonGoApp
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