Pokemon Go Legendary Heroes choose a path: Should you pick Sword or Shield?
ThePokemon Go Legendary HeroesTimed Research challenge comes with a pretty tricky choice: should you pick Sword or Shield?
Paths are tricky decisions to make inPokemon Go. Each offers different rewards, and each can be useful to either fill your Pokedex, finally catch that one Pocket Monster that’s been eluding you, or viable in a competitive battle, both of which you don’t want to pass up on.
So, while the Legendary Heroes event has finally kicked off with the debut ofShiny Zacianand the ability to grab theGalarian version of Weezing, there’s one path that’s baffling thousands.
So, which path should you choose in Legendary Heroes? Here’s all you need to know.
Should you choose the Sword or Shield path?
Pokemon Go players should choose the Sword Path, as it offers significantly more power for competitive matches.
Hydreigon, the final evolution form of Deino, is a top-50 Pokemon in Master League player, perPvPoke.Passimianis a good option for that format, as well. Additionally,Slurpuff, the evolution of Swirlix, is a top-140 Pokemon in Ultra League play and is among thebetter Fairy-types in the game.
Oranguruis quite good for Ultra League play, as it ranks #78 per PvPoke. Additionally, getting enough Larvitar can help acquire the supremely powerful Tyranitar, at least in the console games.
However, those who aren’t worried about competitive play should focus on what Pokemon are needed for the Pokedex.
It’s worth noting, that the rarer shinies in the Sword Path are Scraggy, Gothita, and Passimian, so be sure to keep an eye out for those on your adventures.
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Sword Path rewards
Those who selected the Sword Path will encounter these Pokemon when attracted by Incense:
All these can be Shiny.
The rarest Pokemon in the group have been bolded.
Shield Path rewards
The Shield Path, will attract these Pokemon when you use Incense:
Legendary Heroes Timed Research quest steps
Legendary Heroes step 1 of 2
Rewards: 8 Poké Balls, 800 XP, 800 Stardust
Legendary Heroes step 2 of 2
Legendary Heroes: Sword Path (step 1 of 2)
Rewards: Galarian Darumaka encounter, 800 XP, 800 Stardust
Legendary Heroes: Sword Path(step 2 of 2)
Rewards:Rufflet encounter, 800 XP, 800 Stardust
Legendary Heroes: Shield Path (step 1 of 2)
Rewards: Galarian Ponyta encounter, 800 XP, 800 Stardust
Legendary Heroes: Shield Path (step 2 of 2)
Rewards:Vullaby encounter, 800 XP, 800 Stardust
So, now you’re well on your way to completing the Legendary Heroes challenges, be sure to check out theupcoming Spotlight Hours,how to beat Giovanni, or theShadow Raid schedule for the upcoming month.
