On April 13, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, Pokémon GO will host the Sparring Partners Raid Day, featuring the highly sought-after Fighting-type Pokémon, Hariyama. During this event, trainers will enjoy enhanced chances of encountering a shiny variant of Hariyama after successfully completing raids. Additionally, players will notice that Hariyama learns the new move, Upper Hand, as part of its moveset during this special occasion.
Having made its debut in Generation III, Hariyama evolves from Makuhita and is primarily spotted within the Hoenn region. This guide elaborates on how trainers can effectively capture Hariyama in Pokémon GO.
Ways to Obtain Hariyama in Pokémon GO
- Wild encounters with Makuhita
- Participating in raids
- Trading with fellow players
Finding Makuhita in the Wild
Trainers can encounter Makuhita in the wild, with improved spawn rates during cloudy weather conditions. Once captured, evolving a Makuhita into Hariyama requires 50 Candy. To accumulate Candy more efficiently, players can designate Makuhita as their Buddy Pokémon, earning 1 Candy for every 3 kilometers walked together.
Raids: Your Chance to Catch Hariyama
Throughout the Sparring Partners Raid Day, Hariyama will make more frequent appearances in 3-star raids. Significantly, the Remote Raid Pass limit will be expanded to 20 from April 12 at 5:00 PM until April 13, 2025, at 8:00 PM PDT. Players can also acquire up to six complimentary Raid passes by spinning Gym Photo Discs to enhance their chances during this limited-time event.
Trading with Friends
If you’re unable to snag a Hariyama during the Sparring Partners Raid Day, consider trading with friends who may already have one. Be mindful, however, that the Stardust cost for trading varies based on your friendship level, particularly if you haven’t developed a close bond yet.
Can Khalyama Shiny Pokémon Be Found?
Indeed, Hariyama can be shiny in Pokémon GO. The upcoming Sparring Partners event will further enhance the likelihood of players encountering a shiny Hariyama during raids, making this an opportune moment for collectors.
Hariyama Stats and Move Set in Pokémon GO
- Type: Fighting
- Attack: 209
- Defense: 114
- Stamina: 302
- Max CP: 3198
- Fast Attacks: Counter, Force Palm, Bullet Punch
- Charged Attacks: Close Combat, Dynamic Punch, Superpower, Heavy Slam
Starting on April 13, 2025, Hariyama will also feature the new Charged Attack, Upper Hand, rated at 50 BP in Gyms and Raids. In Trainer Battles, this attack’s power increases to 70 BP, with an added chance to decrease the opponent’s defense by one stage.
In other news, the details for Pokémon GO Fest 2025 have recently been released, offering fans more exciting events to look forward to this year.