“Pokémon GO” players are facing a tough decision in the ongoing “Beloved Buddies” Timed Research event. With a choice between Candela and Arlo, trainers must decide which path best suits their playstyle and needs.
The decision impacts not only the Pokémon they’ll encounter but also the rewards they’ll receive. Before you choose your buddy, you might want to know what some Reddit users have to say.
Who’s Your Pick: Candela or Arlo?
Arlo or Candela in ‘Pokemon GO Beloved Buddies’ Event
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At the heart of the “Beloved Buddies” Timed Research is a branching choice between Candela, the fiery leader of Team Valor, and Arlo, a member of Team Rocket. Depending on your preference for PvP or PvE content, one path may be more beneficial than the other.
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Choose Candela if You Want PvP-Relevant Pokémon
According to Polygon, if you’re more focused on the PvP aspect of “Pokémon GO,” Candela is the path for you. Candela’s rewards include Dunsparce, a Pokémon that’s relevant in the Great League PvP meta.
Although Dunsparce is boosted during the event and isn’t difficult to find, it remains a solid choice for trainers interested in strengthening their PvP lineup. Candela’s path provides Poffins, which are essential for increasing your buddy’s affection.
Why Reddit Users Think Choosing Candela Isn’t a Wise Choice
On the subreddit r/pokemongo, use guz808 wrote as a PSA that solo players shouldn’t team up with Candela on the “Beloved Buddies” event since you will have problems trading Pokémon later if you have no friends.
One Redditor said that Niantic should introduce wonder trades so solo players could progress faster from tasks like this one.
“Wonder Trading in GO would be a fun addition. I wonder how Niantic would ruin it,” one user replied.
“Charge poke coins to both players to “open a portal” or something like that,” another user suggested.
“Oh hell. I hate Arlo, so I picked Candela. Wish I’d seen this 17 hours ago,” another Redditor wrote.
Choose Arlo for PvE Content and a Rocket Radar
On the other hand, if you’re looking for PvE content and more useful tools for battling Team Rocket, Arlo is your best bet. With Cubone as a reward, Arlo’s path offers a chance to evolve it into Marowak, a solid Great League PvP contender.
Arlo also provides Scizor, a powerful Bug-type Pokémon that can Mega Evolve, making it an ideal attacker for various in-game challenges.
Another key benefit of choosing Arlo is the inclusion of a Rocket Radar, which is essential for tracking down Giovanni and other Team Go Rocket Leaders.
Candela and Arlo’s Research Steps
Each path in the “Beloved Buddies” Timed Research comes with unique tasks and rewards. Below are the details of what to expect when you choose Candela or Arlo:
Candela’s Timed Research Tasks
Step 1 of 3 (Candela Path)
- Catch 15 Pokémon (Reward: 5 Ultra Balls)
- Spin 5 PokéStops or gyms (Reward: Remoraid encounter)
- Explore 2 km (Reward: Mantine encounter)
- Rewards: 1,000 Stardust, 1,000 XP
Step 2 of 3 (Candela Path)
- Earn 10 hearts with your buddy (Reward: 500 Stardust)
- Earn a candy exploring with your buddy (Reward: Luvdisc encounter)
- Make a new friend (Reward: 2 Poffins)
- Rewards: Dunsparce encounter, 2,000 XP
Step 3 of 3 (Candela Path)
- Play with your buddy 5 times (Reward: 10 Ultra Balls)
- Send 3 gifts to friends (Reward: 500 Stardust)
- Trade a Pokémon (Reward: Shellder encounter)
- Rewards: Rapidash encounter, 3,000 XP, 2,000 Stardust
Arlo’s Timed Research Tasks
Step 1 of 3 (Arlo Path)
- Catch 15 Pokémon (Reward: 500 Stardust)
- Transfer 5 Pokémon (Reward: Cubone encounter)
- Defeat 3 Team Go Rocket grunts (Reward: 1 Rocket Radar)
- Rewards: Shadow Diglett encounter, 2,000 XP
Step 2 of 3 (Arlo Path)
- Catch 15 Pokémon (Reward: 500 Stardust)
- Transfer 5 Pokémon (Reward: Cubone encounter)
- Defeat 3 Team Go Rocket grunts (Reward: 1 Rocket Radar)
- Rewards: Shadow Diglett encounter, 2,000 XP
Step 3 of 3 (Arlo Path)
- Catch 25 Pokémon (Reward: 10 Ultra Balls)
- Transfer 15 Pokémon (Reward: 500 Stardust)
- Defeat Team Go Rocket Arlo (Reward: Slowpoke encounter)
- Rewards: Scizor encounter, 3,000 XP, 2,000 Stardust
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