Trainers, gear up for a royal battle! Pokémon GO is introducing Kingambit, the powerful Dark/Steel-type Pokémon from Paldea, during its newly announced Crown Clash event happening from May 10 to May 18, 2025. This event marks yet another milestone in Pokémon GO’s ongoing rollout of Generation 9 monsters, with over 50 Paldean Pokémon now available in the game.
🛡️ Kingambit Debuts – How to Get It
Kingambit is the final evolution of Pawniard, evolving through Bisharp — but with a twist. To evolve Bisharp into Kingambit during the event:
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Set Bisharp as your Buddy Pokémon
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Defeat 15 Dark-type or Steel-type Pokémon in Raids
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Then evolve!
Importantly, Bisharp doesn’t need to participate in these Raids — simply defeating the right types counts!
🎯 Crown Clash Event Details
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📅 Dates:
Saturday, May 10, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, May 18, at 8:00 p.m. local time -
🎉 Features:
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Debut of Kingambit
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One-Star Raids featuring: Sneasel*, Klink*, Pawniard*
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Three-Star Raids featuring: Nidoqueen* and Nidoking* wearing crowns
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Event-themed Field Research, PokeStop Showcases, and Collection Challenge
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🔥 Bonuses:
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2× XP for evolving Pokémon
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Increased chance to find:
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Shiny Nidoqueen and Nidoking (wearing crowns)
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Shiny Slowpoke, Shiny Combee, Shiny Litleo
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Catching Slowpoke may award a King’s Rock
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🌿 Increased Wild Encounters:
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Slowpoke*
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Slakoth*
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Piplup*
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Combee*
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Snivy*
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Litleo*
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(*All can be shiny)
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🤖 Why Kingambit Is Worth the Effort
With its impressive Steel-typing, strong attack stats, and unique evolution method, Kingambit is poised to become a top-tier pick for both PvE and PvP battles in Pokémon GO. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to evolve and power up a formidable ally.
🗓️ What Else Is Happening in May?
Pokémon GO is stacking May with multiple events:
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May 3: Mega Kangaskhan Raid Day
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Later in May: Baby Pokémon-focused event
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More surprises, including Kubfu evolutions, could be on the horizon!
Whether you’re aiming to complete your Paldea Pokédex or add a fierce fighter to your lineup, Crown Clash is a can’t-miss event. The debut of Kingambit, shiny opportunities, and powerful bonuses make this one of May 2025’s biggest Pokémon GO highlights.
Get ready, Trainers—victory awaits!