How to get Marshadow in Pokemon Go

Pokemon Go Fest 2024 added lots of shinies alongside Necrozma and its Fusions, but that’s not all, as lucky trainers can also get the debuting Mythical Marshadow thanks to the global celebrations.

Every year, the mobile game features a new Mythical for players to catch before it’s released for free for all trainers. So, here’s everything you need to know to get Marshadow in Pokemon Go.

How to catch Marshadow in Pokemon Go

You can get Marshadow in Pokemon Go by completing the A Shadowy Caper Special Research, which was given to all players who purchased the Go Fest 2024 ticket.

We’ll update this section once the Special Research becomes available to all trainers worldwide for free.

All Pokemon Go A Shadowy Caper Special Research tasks & rewards

Step 1 of 6

• Spin three PokeStops or Gyms – 2x Incense
• Use an Incense – 24x Poke Ball
• Catch 10 Pokemon – 3x Nanab Berry

Completion rewards: 2x Lure Module, 2024 XP, and 2024 Stardust

Step 2 of 6

• Complete 3 Field Research Tasks – Ducklett encounter
• Use 5 Berries to help catch Pokemon – 2x Incubator
• Catch 10 different species of Pokemon – Dunsparce encounter

Completion rewards: 2x Poffin, 2024 XP, and 2024 Stardust

Step 3 of 6

• Hatch 2 Eggs – 24x Great Ball
• Spin 10 PokeStops or Gyms – Emolga encounter
• Earn 2 Candies walking with your buddy – Crabrawler encounter

Completion rewards: Maractus encounter, 2024 XP, and 2024 Stardust

Step 4 of 6

• Catch 10 Pokemon – 2x Star Piece
• Evolve 5 Pokemon – 2x Silver Pinap Berry
• Earn 8020 Stardust – Corsola encounter

Completion rewards: Vullaby encounter, 2024 XP, and 2024 Stardust

Step 5 of 6

• Power up Fighting-type Pokemon 10 times – 2x Lucky Egg
• Power up Ghost-type Pokemon 10 times – Rockruff encounter
• Earn 8020 XP – 3x Rare Candy

Completion rewards: Marshadow encounter, Marshadow T-Shirt, and 2024 Stardust

Step 6 of 6

• Claim Reward! – 2024 XP
• Claim Reward! – 2024 Stardust
• Claim Reward! – 2024 XP

Completion rewards: 25x Marshadow Candy, 10x Marshadow Candy XL, and 25x Marshadow sticker

Can Marshadow be shiny in Pokemon Go?

No, Marshadow can’t be shiny in Pokemon Go yet. The Mythical creature debuted during Pokemon Go Fest 2024 between July 13 and July 14, meaning players will have to wait until its shiny version arrives.

We’ll update this section when shiny Marshadow debuts in Pokemon Go.

Keep an eye on the Spotlight Hour and the Raid schedules to enjoy enticing bonuses, as well as upcoming events to get even more freebies and exclusive rewards.