Trainers are chasing new mysteries as the Tales of Transformation event brings Keldeo’s Special Research quest back to focus-packed with striking challenges, timed tasks, and rewards that reveal more about this mythical Water and Fighting-type Pokémon’s powerful origin.
‘Tales of Transformation’ step 1 of 8
A bold start to Keldeo’s path, where curiosity guides your actions and every clue edges you closer to the next milestone.
- Catch 25 water- or fighting-type Pokémon (15 Poké Balls)
- Power up water- or fighting-type Pokémon 15 times (5 Revives)
- Spin 10 PokéStops or gyms (1 Charged TM)
Rewards: Keldeo encounter, Keldeo T-Shirt cosmetic, 3 Keldeo Candy XL
If you already have a Keldeo from the previous paid ticket, you will get 50 Keldeo Candy instead of the encounter.
‘Tales of Transformation’ step 2 of 8
In Step 2 of the Tales of Transformation Special Research, players advance closer to encountering Keldeo by completing tasks focused on training and exploration. This phase includes challenges such as catching Pokémon, battling in raids, and earning Stardust, encouraging balanced gameplay. Each completed objective grants useful rewards like Poké Balls, XP, and rare items that support progress toward the mythical encounter ahead.
- Catch 30 Pokémon (2,500 Stardust)
- Power up Pokémon 15 times (5 Super Potions)
- Explore 5 km (2,500 XP)
Rewards: 25 Keldeo Candy, 647 XP, 647 Stardust
‘Tales of Transformation’ step 3 of 8
Step 3 of the “Tales of Transformation” research shifts focus toward testing your progress and strengthening your bond with Keldeo. This stage includes a mix of battle challenges and field tasks that reward valuable items and encounters with Fighting-type Pokémon. Completing these goals not only advances the storyline but also brings trainers closer to understanding Keldeo’s unique abilities and resolve.
- Power up Pokémon 15 times (10 Poké Balls)
- Hatch 3 eggs (1 Lucky Egg)
- Evolve 5 Pokémon (15 Pinap Berries)
- Earn 6,470 XP (1 Fast TM)
Rewards: 10 Keldeo Candy, 647 XP, 3 Keldeo Candy XL
‘Tales of Transformation’ step 4 of 8
Step 4 of the Tales of Transformation Special Research moves Trainers closer to encountering Keldeo. This stage tasks players with field activities such as catching a set number of Fighting- or Water-type Pokémon, battling in raids, and earning specific XP milestones. Completing these challenges grants useful items like Rare Candies, Stardust, and more encounters with themed Pokémon that fit the story’s progression.
- Power up Pokémon 15 times (10 Great Balls)
- Use 10 berries to help catch Pokémon (2,500 Stardust)
- Win 3 raids (2,500 XP)
- Earn 6,470 XP (1 Charged TM)
Rewards: 10 Keldeo Candy, 647 XP, 3 Keldeo Candy XL
‘Tales of Transformation’ step 5 of 8
Step 5 of the Tales of Transformation Special Research tasks players with catching a set number of different types of Pokémon and advancing their training progress. This phase highlights fieldwork and resource management, rewarding players with useful items such as Rare Candies, Stardust, and Keldeo Candy. Completing this step brings trainers closer to meeting Keldeo, building anticipation for the next set of challenges.
- Power up Pokémon 15 times (10 Great Balls)
- Catch 25 different species of Pokémon (1 Mossy Lure Module)
- Complete 10 Field Research tasks (3 Silver Pinap Berries)
- Earn 6,470 XP (1 Fast TM)
Rewards: 10 Keldeo Candy, 647 XP, 3 Keldeo Candy XL
‘Tales of Transformation’ step 6 of 8
Step 6 of the “Tales of Transformation” Special Research brings players closer to meeting Keldeo. This stage usually involves tasks that highlight battling skills, catching a set number of Pokémon, or earning specific medals. Completing these challenges grants useful items such as Rare Candy, Stardust, or encounter rewards, helping Trainers prepare for the next stages of this eventful quest line.
- Power up Pokémon 15 times (10 Ultra Balls)
- Take snapshots of 10 different wild Pokémon (2,500 Stardust)
- Win 3 Max Battles (2,500 XP)
- Earn 6,470 Stardust (1 Charged TM)
Rewards: 10 Keldeo Candy, 647 XP, 3 Keldeo Candy XL
‘Tales of Transformation’ step 7 of 8
Step 7 tasks center on powering up Keldeo to 25 and earning 80 Keldeo Candy through catches, transfers, or feeds. You receive two Golden Razz Berries, three Rare Candies, and 3,358 XP as rewards. This stage builds your Keldeo’s strength for the final push.
- Catch 50 water- or fighting-type Pokémon (10 Ultra Balls)
- Power up Pokémon 30 times (1 Poffin)
- Earn a candy with Keldeo as your buddy Pokémon (15 Pinap Berries)
- Win 3 raids (2 Rare Candy XL)
- Earn 64,700 XP (1 Charged TM)
Best counters for Keldeo in raids
Keldeo in Pokémon Go raids, as a Water/Fighting-type Pokémon, takes super-effective damage from Flying, Psychic, Fairy, Grass, and Electric moves. Top counters prioritize high DPS from these types while resisting Keldeo’s Low Kick/Secret Sword and Hydro Pump/Aqua Jet. Soloing is feasible with optimal teams of 1-3 trainers, but groups speed it up.
Top Counters
These deliver the highest damage output based on simulations:
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Mega Rayquaza (Air Slash/Dragon Ascent): Best overall Flying-type shredder.
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Shadow Mewtwo (Psycho Cut/Psystrike): Massive Psychic DPS.
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Rayquaza (Air Slash/Dragon Ascent): Strong non-Shadow Flying option.
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Mega Alakazam (Counter/Psychic): Excellent Psychic attacker.
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Mega Latios (Zen Headbutt/Psychic): High Psychic damage with bulk.
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Mewtwo (Psycho Cut/Psystrike): Reliable Shadow alternative if available.
Budget Counters
Easier to build for newer players:
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Metagross (Bullet Punch/Meteor Mash): Steel/Fighting resists Keldeo well.
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Garchomp (Dragon Tail/Outrage): Ground/Dragon for Electric coverage.
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Primarina (Charm/Moonblast): Fairy-type with good staying power.
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Hisuian Decidueye (Leafage/Aerial Ace): Grass/Fighting hybrid.
Raid Tips
Dodge Low Kick/Secret Sword charges and use weather boosts like Windy (Flying/Psychic) for extra power. Aim for level 40+ counters; two players suffice with top picks.
Which moveset should I expect on raid Keldeo
Raid Keldeo in Pokémon Go typically uses Low Kick (Fighting, fast move) paired with a charged move like Hydro Pump (Water), Secret Sword (Fighting, in Resolute Form), or Aqua Jet (Water). Expect Low Kick + Hydro Pump as the most common and dangerous combo due to STAB and high damage output.
Expected Movesets
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Primary: Low Kick / Hydro Pump – High Water DPS; dodge Hydro Pump charges.
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Resolute Variant: Low Kick / Secret Sword – Stronger Fighting focus post-transformation.
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Others: Low Kick / Aqua Jet for quicker spam; rarely Poison Jab fast move.
Counter Impact
These moves hit hard on Rock, Fire, Ground, Steel, Normal, Ice, Dark, and Rock-weak foes, so prioritize Flying/Psychic resists like Mega Rayquaza. Dodge Low Kick/Secret Sword to minimize Fighting damage.
