As Spring begins to wane in the northern hemisphere and Summer looms in the near distance, we're preparing to enter the final phase of the Season of Legends, and all that it entails. It's been a long two months, and the final month of this season is set to bring about the grand debut of two highly anticipated Legendary Pokemon, events held in their honor, and even another new Mega Evolution for us to battle and obtain energy for. Here's to May, and our last hoorah of the season!
Giovanni and Shadow Moltres
As Shadow Zapdos returns to the skies, Shadow Moltres descends to be utilized by Giovanni for the month of May. Players will be able to complete the special research line "The Higher They Fly" to gain a Super Rocket Radar, and another Super Rocket Radar will be available from the upcoming Luminous Legends X event.
May 2021 Research Breakthrough
| Research Start | Research End |
|---|---|
| May 1, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. PST | June 1, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. PST |
Galarian Ponyta is... cute. This is a rare Pokemon, yet not an extremely useful one. It's niche in PvP, and basically worthless in PvE. Unfortunately, this research breakthrough rotation is a bit of a letdown for many players.
Five Star and Mega Raid Bosses
Raids Start: April 27, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Raids End: May 4, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Raids Start: May 4, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Raids End: May 18, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Raids Start: May 18, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Raids End: June 1, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Mega Raids
Raids Start: May 4, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. local time
Raids End: May 15, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. local time.
Raids Start: May 15 2021, at 5:00 p.m. local time.
Raids End: June1 2021, at 10:00 a.m. local time.
This time frame will also feature one not-yet released Mega Evolution
Spotlight Hours
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Catch Candy |
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Transfer Candy |
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Evolution XP |
| Spotlight Period | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 6:00-7:00 p.m. local time | 2x Catch Stardust |
May Events
While it's likely that this is not a complete list, Niantic has given us information on at least a few upcoming events:
| Event Start | Event End |
|---|---|
| May 15 at 11:00 a.m. | May 15 at 5:00 p.m. |
We don't know what it will feature yet, but we do know when Community Day will happen for May.
| Event Start | Event End |
|---|---|
| May 4, 2021 | May 17, 2021 |
The event in honor of the coming of Xerneas. Check our news post on the subject for more information.
| Event Start | Event End |
|---|---|
| May 18, 2021 | May 31, 2021 |
The event in celebration of the coming of Yveltal. More information will be revealed in the coming days, but we do know that Team Rocket will be involved in this event somehow!
