Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Announce Flying Mass Outbreak Event
Catch Fletchling, Starly, and Pikipek with Increased Shiny Chances This February!
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet players are in for a treat as the game announces a special Flying Mass Outbreak event, scheduled to take place during the first full week of February. This limited-time event gives trainers the chance to catch a wide variety of Flying-type Pokémon, including Fletchling, Starly, and Pikipek. Even more exciting, these bird Pokémon will have a boosted Shiny encounter rate, offering an exciting opportunity to fill up your Pokédex with rare variants.
Mass Outbreak events have become a staple of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, offering trainers a chance to encounter massive swarms of Pokémon at various locations across the game's regions. These outbreaks often feature Pokémon with unique traits, such as special markings or increased Shiny odds, creating a thrilling experience for collectors and battlers alike. In a previous Mass Outbreak, players had the chance to encounter Shiny Ekans, Seviper, and Silicobra in celebration of the Year of the Snake.
Now, with the Flying Mass Outbreak event, trainers can enjoy a weekend full of Flying-type Pokémon, each with the potential for a Shiny variant. This event follows the exciting Paradox Tera Raid event and offers a great opportunity for players to catch some fan-favorite bird species.
Flying Mass Outbreak Event Details (February 2025)
The Flying Mass Outbreak event will kick off on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM Eastern and will run through Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 6:59 PM Eastern. That means trainers will have one weekend to encounter Fletchling, Starly, and Pikipek in swarms across various regions in the game.
Each Pokémon featured in this event will have an enhanced Shiny encounter rate, making this the perfect time to hunt for shiny variants. Players can encounter the following Pokémon in specific locations:
Fletchling Outbreaks: Found throughout the Paldea region.
Starly Flocks: Appearing in the land of Kitakami (The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC required).
Pikipek Clusters: Gather in the Blueberry Academy's Terrarium (The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC required).
Each of these Pokémon has two evolutions, with their final forms being Talonflame, Staraptor, and Toucannon, respectively.
How to Increase Your Chances for Shiny Pokémon
To make the most of the Flying Mass Outbreak event, players can craft Flying-type Sparkling Power Sandwiches, which will boost the Shiny encounter rate for Flying-type Pokémon. The sandwich requires the following ingredients:
Salty Herba Mystica
Spicy Herba Mystica
Prosciutto
These sandwiches can give players a significant advantage when hunting for Shiny Fletchling, Starly, and Pikipek during the event.
What's Next After the Flying Mass Outbreak?
After the Flying Mass Outbreak wraps up, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet players can look forward to a Five-Star Milcery Tera Raid, where they can challenge the adorable but powerful Milcery. This is just the start of an exciting period for Pokémon fans, as the community prepares for the 2025 Pokémon Day festivities.
Conclusion
Whether you're a seasoned collector or a new player looking to expand your Flying-type collection, the Flying Mass Outbreak event in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is not to be missed. With increased Shiny chances for Fletchling, Starly, and Pikipek, and the opportunity to craft powerful Sparkling Power Sandwiches, this event promises to be a rewarding experience for all. Be sure to mark your calendar for February 6–9 and get ready for some flying fun!