Pokemon GO’s new Rising Heroes season is underway, and players looking for stuff to do can partake in the limited-timeCatch Mastery Event, putting three Fighting-type Pokemon into the spotlight. For just one day, March 5,Pokemon GOplayers will notice increased spawns forHitmonleeandHitmonchan, with many research tasks that rewardHitmontopencounters.

Until 8 PM local time today, March 5, players will have higher chances to find shiny versions of the three aforementioned Fighting-type monsters. They will alsoearn double XP for catching any Pokemon with special throws, like Nice, Great, Excellent, and Curveball. And last but not least, look forward to Tyrogue hatching from most 7 km eggs.

Hitmonlee in a park Hitmontop in a stadium and Hitmonchan from Pokemon

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And with that,Pokemon GOplayers will find thefield and timed research tasks and rewards below for the Catch Mastery event.

After completing all the steps,Pokemon GOfans will have tons of Hitmontop in storage. By sending them in, players will earn Candy that can be used to strengthen Hitmontop.

How Do I Evolve Hitmontop?

Unfortunately,Hitmontop does not evolve inPokemon GOor the mainline games. Tyrogue can evolve into Hitmonlee, Hitmonchan, or Hitmontop with Tyrogue Candy, but it depends on its stats.

To check a Tyrogue’s stats, go to its profile and then hit the three-line button on the bottom right –then hitAppraise.

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FAQ

Q: Can Hitmonchan and Hitmonlee Be Shiny?

Yes. Hitmonchan and Hitmonlee will have increased spawns and a higher shiny percentage rate.

Q: When Does the Catch Mastery Event end?

The Catch Mastery Event ends at 8 pm on March 5 local time.