Blanche's Quest for Knowledge
Time and Date
Tuesday, May 26, at 10:00 a.m. to Monday, June 1, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Join Blanche for a research-focused adventure featuring Field Research tasks and 
Incense encounters. Put your research skills to the test and see what discoveries await.
Wild Encounters
The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild.
Some Trainers might even encounter the following!
✨If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Incense Encounters
The following Pokémon will be attracted to Incense.
✨If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Field Research Task Encounters
The following Pokémon will be available to encounter when you complete certain Field Research tasks.
✨If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe
A GO Pass is a free, limited-time progression track available during a specified period. By collecting GO Points, you can increase your rank to earn rewards.
Trainers will automatically receive GO Pass: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge on Tuesday, May 26, at 10:00 a.m. local time. You can collect GO Points and rank up to get additional rewards through Monday, June 1, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Additionally, from Saturday, May 30, at 12:00 a.m. to Monday, June 1, at 7:59 p.m. local time, there’s no daily limit for how many GO Points you can earn!
For US$4.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe, a paid version of the GO Pass that offers upgraded rewards and faster progression.
For US$6.99*, Trainers can upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe + 6 Ranks to also automatically earn enough GO Points to reach Rank 7.
While progressing through the GO Pass Deluxe, you’ll be able to claim all of the rewards from both the free GO Pass and GO Pass Deluxe. You can upgrade to a GO Pass Deluxe at any time and still collect rewards from previously unlocked ranks.
Rewards unlocked in the GO Pass will expire on Wednesday, June 3, at 7:59 p.m. local time, so be sure to claim your rewards before they’re gone!
*All prices listed are in USD or the equivalent pricing tier in your local currency.
Featured Pokémon and Rewards
Complete Pass Tasks to rank up your GO Pass to earn the following rewards.
- Encounters with
Vaporeon✨, 
Larvitar✨, 
Lapras wearing a Blanche-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Mystic✨ - and more!
Trainers who upgrade to the GO Pass Deluxe can also earn the following rewards.
- Additional encounter with Lapras wearing a Blanche-themed accessory with a background inspired by Team Mystic✨
Premium Battle Passes
Glacial Lure Modules- And even more goodies!
✨If you’re lucky, you may encounter a Shiny one!
Major Milestone Bonuses
Reach Major Milestones on your GO Pass to unlock the following bonuses.
Tier 1 Bonus Starting at Rank 10
- 1 Additional Candy for evolving Pokémon
- Increased chance to receive Candy XL for evolving Pokémon (Trainers Level 31+)
Tier 2 Bonus Starting at Rank 20
- 2× Incense duration
Watch for additional bonus tasks for this GO Pass during the event!
Pokémon GO Web Store
The GO Pass Deluxe, the paid version of the GO Pass, will be available on the Pokémon GO Web Store soon! Your GO Pass Deluxe purchased via the Pokémon GO Web Store will activate as soon as the GO Pass begins.
Trainers who upgrade to GO Pass Deluxe: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge or GO Pass Deluxe: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge + 6 Ranks on the Pokémon GO Web Store will receive 10 
Ultra Balls, five 
Max Revives, one Premium Battle Pass, and five 
Max Potions as a gift with purchase.
Or stock up on the essentials alongside your 
upgrade with the web-exclusive GO Pass Deluxe: Blanche’s Quest for Knowledge + 6 Ranks Ultra Box which includes 20 Ultra Balls, 10 Max Revives, 10 Max Potions, two Premium Battle Passes, one 
Incubator, and one 
Super Incubator as a gift with purchase!