Pokémon Scarlet and Violet players have an exciting reason to celebrate. According to ComicBook, The Pokémon Company has confirmed that attendees of the upcoming 2025 Pokémon Japan Championships will be receiving a special Amoonguss, modeled after the one used by 2024 World Champion Ray Yamanaka. This giveaway highlights the competitive scene’s influence on the broader community—and hints at potential future in-game distributions.
🏆 The Champion’s Amoonguss
This unique Amoonguss, featured on Ray Yamanaka’s winning team in the 2024 Pokémon World Championships (Senior Division), will be distributed exclusively to event attendees in Yokohama on June 21–22, 2025. For competitive fans, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of tournament history.
Known as the Mushroom Pokémon, Amoonguss made its first appearance in Pokémon Black and White. It evolves from Foongus at level 39 and is a Grass/Poison-type renowned for its utility in double battles. With support moves like Spore, Rage Powder, and Toxic, it’s a reliable defensive pick that can shift the tide of a match.
🌿 A Paldean Favorite
Although Amoonguss can be found naturally across the grassy fields of Paldea, this version is special—not only for its competitive pedigree but also for potential exclusive stats, moves, or items. In Pokémon Scarlet, players may also encounter its Paradox form, Brute Bonnet, a prehistoric Grass/Dark-type found in Area Zero.
🌐 Possible Online Distribution
While the initial release is limited to championship attendees, there’s hope for broader access. The Pokémon Company has hinted that the special Amoonguss may be made available online through the Mystery Gift feature at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. This aligns with past patterns, where event-exclusive Pokémon eventually reached global audiences.
📥 How to Get It (When Available)
If the Mystery Gift distribution goes public, here’s how to claim the Amoonguss:
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Open Pokémon Scarlet or Violet.
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Navigate to the Poké Portal.
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Select Mystery Gift.
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Choose Get via Internet and follow the prompts.
Stay tuned to official Pokémon channels for confirmation on a public release.
Whether you’re attending the Yokohama championship or waiting for a global distribution, this champion-grade Amoonguss is one giveaway Scarlet and Violet fans won’t want to miss.