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Event Pokemon Distributions
Pokémon X and Y

Event Pokemon Distributions

Discover how to get special event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon X and Y, including Shiny Gengar, Diancie, Hoopa, and more. Learn about Internet and Code distributions.

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Discover how to get special event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon X and Y, including Shiny Gengar, Diancie, Hoopa, and more. Learn about Internet and Code distributions.

Hey there! So, you're looking to snag some of those super rare event Pokémon in Pokémon X and Y, huh? It's awesome that you're diving into this – these distributions are a really cool way to get your hands on some unique Pokémon that you can't normally find in the game. Think of it like a special bonus! The guide lists out a bunch of them that were available. Most of these were distributed through the internet or by using special codes. Let's break down what was offered and how you might have gotten them.

Here's a look at some of the notable event Pokémon distributions that happened for X and Y:

Date(s)Pokemon (Note)Type
Oct 2013 to Jan 2014Torchic with BlazikeniteInternet
July 2014Fancy Pattern VivillonInternet
Aug/Sept 2014Poke Ball Pattern VivillonInternet
October 2014Super Size PumpkabooInternet
Oct/Nov 2014Shiny GengarCode
Oct/Nov 2014DiancieCode
Oct/Nov 2015HoopaMcDonalds Internet (N. America) Code (Europe)
November 2015Zoroark with Sludge BombCode
February 2016MewCode
March 2016CelebiInternet
March 2016Articuno, Zapdos, MoltresCode
April 2016JirachiInternet
Date(s)Pokemon (Note)Type
May 2016DarkraiCode
May 2016ZygardeInternet
May 2016Shiny XerneasInternet (N. America)
May 2016Shiny YveltalInternet (N. America)
June 2016ManaphyInternet
July 2016ShayminInternet
August 2016ArceusCode
September 2016VictiniInternet
October 2016KeldeoInternet
November 2016GenesectCode
December 2016MeloettaInternet

Most of these were time-limited events, so if you didn't grab them when they were active, they're pretty tough to get now. The 'Type' column tells you how they were distributed: 'Internet' means you could usually get them through mystery gift over your Wi-Fi connection, and 'Code' means you'd need a special code, often from events, promotions, or specific retailers. Some, like Hoopa and the Shiny Xerneas/Yveltal, had different distribution methods depending on where you were in the world.

It's a bummer that these are mostly in the past, but it's still cool to know about them! Keep an eye out for any future event announcements – you never know when another special Pokémon might pop up!

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