How to Encounter Giovanni a Second Time
To encounter Giovanni a second time in Pokémon Go, you’ll need to acquire another Super Rocket Radar, which can be obtained through Special Research quests or other limited-time events, and then use it to track him down at PokéStops or in Rocket Balloons. By equipping the Super Rocket Radar, you’ll have a chance to encounter Giovanni again, but be prepared to face his powerful Pokémon team, which includes Shadow Legendary Pokémon and other tough opponents.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
- How often can you fight Giovanni in Pokémon Go?: As long as you have a Super Rocket Radar, you can fight Giovanni, but the radar is mostly locked behind Team Go Rocket quest rewards, which are only available every few months.
- How do I get a Super Rocket Radar?: You can typically acquire a Super Rocket Radar through a Special Research line or other limited-time events.
- What is the second Pokémon of Giovanni?: Giovanni’s second Pokémon will be one of three: Poison- and Ground-type Nidoking, Ground- and Rock-type Rhyperior, or Dragon- and Ground-type Garchomp.
Encounter and Battle
- How to find Giovanni without quest?: You can’t find Giovanni without the Super Rocket Radar, meaning completing the necessary steps will be a must if you want to take him down.
- Can you encounter Giovanni at a Pokestop?: Yes, equip the Super Rocket Radar, and use that to find Giovanni, who will now have a chance to appear in PokéStops and balloons.
- What happens if you lose to Giovanni?: If you lose, you can re-engage in Battle until the Leader Hideout disappears from the map.
Teams and Pokémon
- What is Giovanni’s team September 2023?: Team GO Rocket Boss Giovanni returns for trainers to face in Pokémon GO, with an unchanged line-up in September 2023 led by Shadow Regirock.
- What Legendaries does Giovanni give?: Giovanni, the boss of Team Go Rocket, can be fought in Pokémon Go, and if you’re powerful enough to defeat him, you’ll receive some great rewards, including the opportunity to capture a Legendary Shadow Pokémon, such as Shadow Mewtwo or Shadow Regice.
- What is Giovanni’s strongest Pokemon?: Giovanni has a good eye for powerful Pokémon, though some of his overpower the rest, with Mewtwo being one of his strongest.
Relationship and Personal Life
- Who is Giovanni’s daughter in Pokemon?: Valentina is Giovanni’s daughter, who joined Team Rocket when she was just fourteen after going through the Team Rocket Training Academy.
- Who is Giovanni’s son?: Silver is the son of Team Rocket Boss Giovanni, and is the rival character of Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal and Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
- Is Giovanni falling in love with Rose?: Giovanni and Rose are just friends and have not made any other statement regarding their relationship.
Game Mechanics
- Can you encounter Giovanni at any time?: Giovanni is always available to encounter as long as you have a Super Rocket Radar equipped, and he will be available on some PokéStops between 6am and 10pm local time.
- Is Giovanni repeatable in Pokemon go?: Yes, Trainers can receive Giovanni Special Research once per calendar month, allowing them to encounter and battle Giovanni again.
- Should I save my super rocket radar?: If you only have one Super Rocket Radar, it’s recommended to save it, as you can unequip it from the item menu to stop balloons from being Giovanni, and fight Grunts and Leaders again.