Research Task (HOME)
Research Tasks (Japanese: 調査リクエスト investigation request) are missions for the player to complete in the Nintendo Switch version of Pokémon HOME.
Each research task requires the player to store specific Pokémon in Pokémon HOME. The player can only complete these Research Tasks if the Pokémon has the correct game of origin.
List of Research Tasks
Kanto Region Tasks
These Research Tasks can only be completed with Pokémon that originate from Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!.
| # | Name | Description | Pokémon | Requirement to view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Route 1 | Pokémon that appear on Route 1, which connects Pallet Town and Viridian City. |  Rattata Pidgey Bellsprout Oddish
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N/A |
| 2 | Viridian Forest | Pokémon that appear in Viridian Forest, which is known as a hot spot for catching Bug-type Pokémon. |  Pikachu Caterpie Weedle
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N/A |
| 3 | Mt. Moon | Pokémon that appear in Mt. Moon, which is located to the east of Pewter City. |  Zubat Clefairy Geodude Paras
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N/A |
| 4 | Aquatic Pokémon | Pokémon that can be found close to the waters of the Kanto region. |  Magikarp Horsea Poliwag Staryu Tentacool
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N/A |
| 5 | Diglett's Cave | Pokémon that dug out the huge tunnel connecting Vermilion City and Pewter City. |  Diglett Dugtrio
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N/A |
| 6 | Psychic | Pokémon that the psychics of Kanto often choose as their partners. |  Abra Drowzee Mr. Mime
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N/A |
| 7 | Rock Tunnel | Pokémon that dwell inside the Rock Tunnel, where light doesn't reach. |  Charmander Kangaskhan Rhyhorn Machop
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 8 | Pokémon Tower | Pokémon that caused people to think that the Pokémon Tower in Lavender Town was haunted. |  Gastly Cubone Haunter
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 9 | Fighting Dojo | Pokémon that are highly recommended by the Karate Master of Saffron City's Fighting Dojo. |  Machamp Hitmonchan Hitmonlee Primeape Poliwrath
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 10 | Power Plant | Pokémon that have made their home inside the abandoned Power Plant. |  Electrode Electabuzz Voltorb Magnemite Magneton
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 11 | Seafoam Islands | Pokémon that appear in the Seafoam Islands, located in the southern sea of Kanto. |  Jynx Seel Slowpoke Shellder
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 12 | Pokémon Mansion | Pokémon that have made their home inside the desolate Pokémon Mansion on Cinnabar Island. |  Magmar Ditto Grimer Koffing
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 13 | Fossil Secrets | Ancient Pokémon that have been revived from Fossils found in the Kanto Region. |  Aerodactyl Omastar Kabutops
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 14 | Victory Road | Powerful Pokémon that those who challenge the Pokémon League must face along their way. |  Rhydon Machoke Graveler Golbat Onix
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 15 | Cerulean Cave | Pokémon that appear in the deep cave located to the northwest of Cerulean City. |  Golduck Rhydon Chansey Lickitung Snorlax
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 16 | Evolution Stones | Pokémon that have evolved thanks to the mysterious power hidden within Evolution Stones. |  Wigglytuff Exeggutor Vaporeon Jolteon Flareon
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 17 | Trading Mysteries | Pokémon that evolved through a mysterious power when traded between Trainers. |  Alakazam Machamp Golem Gengar
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 18 | Flying | Pokémon that can fly you around when you are on their back. |  Charizard Aerodactyl Dragonite
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 19 | Legendary bird Pokémon | Legendary bird Pokémon that have been sighted in the Kanto region. |  Articuno Zapdos Moltres
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Complete 4 tasks for this region |
| 20 | Genetic Pokémon | A Pokémon that is said to have been created by a certain scientist. |  Mewtwo
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
Galar Region Tasks
These Research Tasks can only be completed with Pokémon that originate from Pokémon Sword and Shield.
| # | Name | Description | Pokémon | Requirement to view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First partner Pokémon | Pokémon that Trainers of the Galar region choose as their first partner before beginning their journey. |  Grookey Scorbunny Sobble
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N/A |
| 2 | Route 1 | Pokémon that appear on the little tranquil path between Postwick and Wedgehurst. |  Rookidee Wooloo Skwovet
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N/A |
| 3 | Slumbering Weald | Pokémon that appear in the mist-shrouded Slumbering Weald. |  Galarian Weezing Blipbug Munna
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N/A |
| 4 | Rolling Fields | Pokémon that appear in the Rolling Fields, located on the southern side of the Wild Area. |  Combee Bounsweet Bunnelby Onix
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 5 | Watchtower Ruins | Pokémon that appear near the ruined tower that stands in a corner of the Wild Area. | Gastly Duskull Golett Golurk
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 6 | Bridge Field | Pokémon that appear in the Bridge Field that spreads below the bridge leading out of Motostoke. |  Cutiefly Inkay Galarian Zigzagoon Stufful Palpitoad
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 7 | Dusty Bowl | Pokémon that appear in the Dusty Bowl, located in the northern side of the Wild Area. |  Eldegoss Hattrem Frillish
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 8 | Fishing in Galar | Common aquatic Pokémon that can be fished up throughout the Galar region. |  Arrokuda Barraskewda Wishiwashi Magikarp
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 9 | Galar Mine | Pokémon that appear within the twisting paths of Galar Mine. |  Rolycoly Woobat Carkol Timburr
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 10 | Galar Mine No. 2 | Pokémon that like the slightly damp climate of Galar Mine No. 2. |  Scraggy Wimpod Drednaw Galarian Stunfisk
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 11 | Glimwood Tangle | Pokémon that are said to have appeared to the people heading through the forest on their way to Ballonlea. |  Phantump Sinistea Morgrem Shiinotic
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 12 | Route 10 | Pokémon that appear on the snow-covered Route 10. |  Galarian Mr. Mime Vanilluxe Beartic Abomasnow
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 13 | The four fossils | Pokémon that have successfully been restored from Fossils found in the Galar region. |  Dracozolt Dracovish Arctozolt Arctovish
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 14 | Working Pokémon | Pokémon that are often seen working side by side with people in the Galar region. |  Milcery Rotom Indeedee (Male) Cufant Corviknight
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 15 | Troublesome Team Yell | Pokémon that Team Yell Grunts always seem to have with them. |  Thievul Galarian Linoone Liepard
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 16 | Marnie's Pokémon | Pokémon that Gym Challenger Marnie is particularly fond of! |  Morpeko Toxicroak Grimmsnarl
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 17 | Bede's Pokémon | Pokémon that Gym Challenger Bede is particularly fond of! |  Galarian Ponyta Hattrem Gothorita
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 18 | Leon's Pokémon | Pokémon that Galar Champion Leon himself has on his team! | Charizard Aegislash Dragapult
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
| 19 | The Pokémon band | Pokémon that are part of the Pokémon band that celebrated the birth of a new Champion. |  Toxtricity Toxtricity Obstagoon Rillaboom
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
| 20 | Legends of Galar | Powerful Pokémon that have played a role in shaping the history of the Galar region. |  Eternatus Zacian Zamazenta
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
Sinnoh Region Tasks
These Research Tasks can only be completed with Pokémon that originate from Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
| # | Name | Description | Pokémon | Requirement to view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First Partner Pokémon | Pokémon that Trainers of the Sinnoh region choose as their first partner before beginning their journey. |  Turtwig Chimchar Piplup
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N/A |
| 2 | Route 205 | Pokémon that appear on the hilly road that connects Floaroma Town and Eterna City. |  Buizel Wingull Pachirisu
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N/A |
| 3 | Eterna Forest | Pokémon that dwell in the mazelike forest enveloped in chilly air. |  Murkrow Misdreavus Buneary Budew
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N/A |
| 4 | Pastoria Great Marsh | Pokémon that can be found in the great, water-rich marsh. |  Wooper Psyduck Quagsire
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N/A |
| 5 | Mount Coronet | Pokémon that show themselves on the sacred mountain capped with snow. |  Cleffa Meditite Chingling
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 6 | Lakefront | Pokémon that live peacefully by the shores of the lakes of the Sinnoh region. |  Staravia Girafarig Sneasel Bibarel Machoke
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 7 | Fuego Ironworks | Pokémon that appear around the sprawling ironworks with the forest at its back. |  West Sea Gastrodon West Sea Shellos Luxio
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 8 | Iron Island | Pokémon that appear on the small, ore-rich island that is off the coast of Eterna City. |  Steelix Geodude Qwilfish
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 9 | Route 217 | Pokémon that shrug off the harsh, ceaseless blizzard that blows down from Mount Coronet. |  Snover Medicham Noctowl
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 10 | The Grand Underground | Pokémon seen in the sprawling underground caves beneath the Sinnoh region. |  Houndoom Ralts Munchlax
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 11 | Reliable Partners | Partners who grew strong over the course of a difficult journey. |  Torterra Infernape Empoleon
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 12 | Team Galactic's Pokémon | Pokémon that always accompany Team Galactic's commanders. |  Purugly Bronzor Skuntank
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 13 | The Elite Four's Pokémon | Formidable Pokémon sent out in battle by Sinnoh's Elite Four. |  Drapion Hippowdon Rapidash Mr. Mime
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 14 | Cynthia's Pokémon | Pokémon sent out in battle by Cynthia, a researcher of myths concerning Pokémon. |  Lucario Roserade Garchomp Milotic
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 15 | Stark Mountain | Pokémon that make their home on the mountain thickly blanketed by volcanic ash. |  Camerupt Skarmory Magcargo Slugma
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 16 | Route 230 | Pokémon that appear on an island rich with plant life along a sea route. |  Dustox Beautifly Gloom Weepinbell
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 17 | Route 224 | Pokémon that live amid scenery that resembles a miniature of the Sinnoh region. |  East Sea Gastrodon East Sea Shellos Pelipper Floatzel
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 18 | Deep Within Sinnoh | Pokémon that can be seen deep in the hinterlands of Sinnoh and wield a special power. |  Cresselia Regigigas Heatran
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
| 19 | Lakes of Sinnoh | Pokémon that appear at Sinnoh's great lakes and wield a mysterious power. |  Mesprit Uxie Azelf
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
| 20 | Pokémon of Myth | Pokémon whose names have been passed down in the mythology of the Sinnoh region. |  Palkia Dialga Giratina
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
Hisui Region Tasks
These Research Tasks can only be completed with Pokémon that originate from Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
| # | Name | Description | Pokémon | Requirement to view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First Partner Pokémon | Pokémon you were given by the Professor for your work with the Survey Corps. |  Cyndaquil Rowlet Oshawott
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N/A |
| 2 | Entry Trial | Pokémon you were ordered to catch as a trial to join the Galaxy Expedition Team. |  Bidoof Starly Shinx
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N/A |
| 3 | Obsidian Fieldlands | Pokémon that live in the rich, sprawling greenery of the Obsidian Fieldlands. | Combee Lopunny Kleavor Ponyta Scyther
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N/A |
| 4 | Crimson Mirelands | Pokémon that live on muddy footing in the bogs of the Crimson Mirelands. |  Petilil Stunky Hisuian Lilligant Croagunk Hippopotas
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 5 | Cobalt Coastlands | Pokémon that live comfortably amid the gentle sea breezes of the Cobalt Coastlands. |  Hisuian Arcanine Skorupi Hisuian Growlithe Glameow Spheal
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 6 | Coronet Highlands | Pokémon that live in the foothills and highlands around mighty Mount Coronet, which towers over Hisui. |  Hisuian Voltorb Nosepass Hisuian Electrode Hisuian Sneasel Gligar
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 7 | Alabaster Icelands | Pokémon that live in the snowy scapes of the Alabaster Icelands, cold enough to freeze hands and feet. |  Bergmite Hisuian Avalugg Hisuian Zorua Froslass Piloswine
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 8 | Shrouded Ruins | Pokémon that can be sighted near the ruins often blanketed with mist. |  Spiritomb Kirlia Rhyhorn Lickitung
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 9 | Deadwood Haunt | Pokémon that can be surveyed in the somewhat eerie Deadwood Haunt. | Duskull Dusclops Dusknoir Drifloon Chatot
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 10 | Snowpoint Temple | Pokémon that make their home within the walls of the enigmatic Snowpoint Temple. | Graveler Regigigas Bronzong Glalie
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 11 | Hisui's Swimming Pokémon | Pokémon that swim happily in the oceans, rivers, and other waterways of the Hisui region. |  White-Striped Basculin Hisuian Qwilfish Whiscash Lumineon Mantyke
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 12 | Hisui's Flying Pokémon | Pokémon that fly free up high in the Hisui region's vast skies. |  Staraptor Magnezone Togetic Gyarados
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 13 | Dependable Partners | Pokémon that have grown and evolved as you strove to fulfill difficult missions. |  Hisuian Decidueye Hisuian Typhlosion Hisuian Samurott
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 14 | Ride Pokémon | Special Pokémon of the Hisui region that lend their strength only to those they deem worthy. |  Wyrdeer Sneasler Hisuian Braviary Basculegion (Male) Ursaluna
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 15 | The Miss Fortune Sisters | Pokémon used by the trio of bandits who will do whatever they must to survive. | Toxicroak Gengar Abomasnow
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 16 | Space-Time Distortions | Pokémon that appear from across space and time in sudden spatial anomalies. |  Scizor Porygon Cranidos Magnemite Shieldon
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 17 | Lake Guardians | Pokémon that stand in your way in caverns beneath lakes, serving as guards. |  Hisuian Goodra Hisuian Zoroark Overqwil
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 18 | Incarnate Forces of Hisui | Pokémon that wield strange powers and show themselves here and there in Hisui. |  Landorus Tornadus Enamorus Thundurus
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
| 19 | Origin Forme Pokémon | Pokémon that appeared atop Mount Coronet and are said to have transformed through a mysterious power. |  Dialga Giratina Palkia
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
| 20 | Almighty Sinnoh | A Pokémon whose existence is spoken of in the mythology of the Hisui region. |  Arceus
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
Paldea Region Tasks
These Research Tasks can only be completed with Pokémon that originate from Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
| # | Name | Description | Pokémon | Requirement to view |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First Partner Pokémon | Pokémon you could receive from the director when you first enrolled at the academy. |  Sprigatito Fuecoco Quaxly
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N/A |
| 2 | Poco Path | Pokémon you can meet on this nice path where you can enjoy the salty breeze from the sea. |  Tarountula Pawmi Lechonk
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N/A |
| 3 | Mesagoza | Pokémon seen around the great city that is also home to the academy you attend. |  Capsakid Cyclizar Maushold (Family of Four) Squawkabilly (Green Plumage)
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N/A |
| 4 | Unknown Pokémon | Unknown Pokémon depicted in a very old expedition journal. |  Great Tusk Iron Treads
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 5 | Paldea's Gyms | Pokémon used by the Gym Leaders you can face in Paldea. |  Nymble Smoliv Bellibolt Wugtrio
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 6 | The Wild Bulls of Paldea | Aggressive Pokémon that live in the grassy plains of Paldea. |  Tauros (Blaze Breed) Tauros (Combat Breed) Tauros (Aqua Breed)
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Complete 1 task for this region |
| 7 | Team Star's Pokémon | Pokémon that are often used by troublemakers at the academy. |  Pawniard Revavroom Annihilape Torkoal Muk Dachsbun
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 8 | Titan Pokémon | Enormous Pokémon that guard the Herba Mystica found around the Paldea region. |  Bombirdier Tatsugiri (Curly Form) Dondozo Klawf Orthworm
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Complete 2 tasks for this region |
| 9 | Seaside Pokémon | Pokémon found around the shore in the Paldea region. |  Wattrel Wiglett Finizen
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 10 | Treasured Partners | Trusty partners that have grown strong through your adventuring together around the Paldea region. |  Meowscarada Skeledirge Quaquaval
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 11 | Victory Road | Powerful Pokémon that a student hoping to reach Champion Rank must face on their journey. |  Farigiraf Dudunsparce (Two-Segment) Cetitan Houndstone
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Complete 3 tasks for this region |
| 12 | Coin Entity Pokémon | Pokémon originally born from a coin, which one will meet if they explore Paldea's many corners. |  Gimmighoul (Chest Form) Gholdengo
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 13 | Armored Pokémon | Fiery Pokémon that can be evolved by donning pieces of old armor. |  Armarouge Ceruledge
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 14 | The Pokémon of the Elite Four | Powerful Pokémon used in battle by the Elite Four of Paldea. |  Clodsire Flamigo Baxcalibur Tinkaton Glimmora
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 15 | Nemona's Pokémon | Tough Pokémon that Nemona has raised with lots of love. |  Pawmot Goodra Lycanroc (Midday Form)
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Complete 5 tasks for this region |
| 16 | The Great Crater of Paldea | Pokémon that live in the Great Crater of Paldea and are steeped in many mysteries. |  Iron Hands Iron Bundle Brute Bonnet Slither Wing
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 17 | Professor Sada's Pokémon | Pokémon used by Professor Sada and steeped in many mysteries. |  Flutter Mane Roaring Moon Sandy Shocks Scream Tail
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 18 | Professor Turo's Pokémon | Pokémon used by Professor Turo and steeped in many mysteries. |  Iron Thorns Iron Jugulis Iron Valiant Iron Moth
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Complete 10 tasks for this region |
| 19 | Ruinous Pokémon | Pokémon known as the treasures of ruin, sealed away with sacred stakes. |  Ting-Lu Chi-Yu Chien-Pao Wo-Chien
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
| 20 | Legendary Pokémon | Legendary Pokémon capable of traversing the Paldea region unimpeded. |  Koraidon Miraidon
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Complete 15 tasks for this region |
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