Unveiling the Mystery: Why You Get 30 Poké Balls From Daily Adventure Incense in Pokémon GO
You’re walking along, ready for your daily Pokémon GO adventure, and suddenly, you receive 30 Poké Balls out of nowhere. The question on every trainer’s mind is: why did this happen? The answer lies in a mechanic specifically designed to ensure trainers have enough resources to make the most of their Daily Adventure Incense. If you have 30 or fewer total Poké Balls, Great Balls, and Ultra Balls combined in your Item Bag when you activate your Daily Adventure Incense, the game automatically grants you 30 standard Poké Balls. This feature exists to prevent players from being unable to use the incense due to a lack of Poké Balls, allowing them to fully engage with the boosted spawns it provides.
The Daily Adventure Incense: A Trainer’s Best Friend
The Daily Adventure Incense is a powerful tool in Pokémon GO, giving trainers a chance to encounter rare and unique Pokémon that wouldn’t normally appear in the wild. This makes understanding its mechanics and maximizing its benefits crucial for any aspiring Pokémon Master.
The incense lasts for 15 minutes and significantly increases Pokémon spawn rates around you while you are moving. This means simply standing still won’t cut it; you need to be actively exploring to reap the rewards. One of the most enticing features is the potential to encounter the elusive Galarian forms of the Legendary birds: Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. These Pokémon are notoriously difficult to catch, boasting extremely low catch rates and high flee rates, making them a thrilling, if sometimes frustrating, encounter.
Poké Ball Distribution: Why It Matters
The Daily Adventure Incense is designed to encourage exploration and discovery, but it’s no fun if you can’t catch the Pokémon you encounter. That’s why Niantic implemented the Poké Ball grant system. Imagine activating your incense, only to find yourself out of Poké Balls after just a few encounters. You’d miss out on valuable opportunities to catch rare Pokémon, potentially including those coveted Galarian birds. This is also useful to help those players who have an easier time catching and collecting Pokemon due to their locations.
This system isn’t a free unlimited supply of Pokeballs. It’s about ensuring all trainers have a fair opportunity to use the Daily Adventure Incense effectively, regardless of their current Poké Ball stock. However, it’s essential to remember that the grant only triggers when you have 30 or fewer of all standard Poké Balls, Great Balls, and Ultra Balls combined and you have available Item Bag space. If you have, for instance, 20 Poké Balls and 15 Great Balls, you won’t receive the additional 30 Poké Balls, as your total exceeds the 30-ball threshold. It’s also important to ensure that you have enough space in your inventory.
Mastering the Daily Adventure Incense
To get the most out of your Daily Adventure Incense, consider these tips:
- Stock Up: Before activating the incense, check your Poké Ball inventory. If you’re close to the 30-ball threshold, use some to fall below it and trigger the grant.
- Move Constantly: Walking at a steady pace is crucial for maximizing spawns. Don’t backtrack, and try to maintain a consistent direction.
- Be Prepared: Have berries ready to increase your chances of catching rare Pokémon, and consider using Great Balls or Ultra Balls for more challenging encounters.
- Time it Right: Use your Daily Adventure Incense during times when you can dedicate the full 15 minutes to active exploration.
Daily Adventure Incense: Is it more than just catching?
While catching powerful or rare Pokemon with Daily Adventure Incense is a massive draw, it can also be very beneficial to the Games Learning Society. The Daily Adventure Incense and Pokemon Go, encourages players to go outside and explore the world around them. This increases creativity, exploration, and discovery of your outside environment.
FAQs: Addressing Your Daily Adventure Incense Questions
1. What happens if my Item Bag is full when I activate the Daily Adventure Incense?
If your Item Bag is full, you will not receive the 30 Poké Balls, even if you meet the Poké Ball count requirement. Make sure you have enough available space in your item bag to receive the 30 Pokeballs.
2. Can I get Great Balls or Ultra Balls instead of regular Poké Balls?
No, the game only grants standard Poké Balls when you meet the requirements. The Daily Adventure Incense will only grant you 30 Pokeballs.
3. How often can I use the Daily Adventure Incense?
You can use the Daily Adventure Incense once per day. It resets at midnight local time. You can only use it once per day.
4. Is there a specific time of day I should use the Daily Adventure Incense?
While there’s no “best” time, be sure to use it before 11:45 p.m. local time to ensure you receive the next day’s Incense. Using it right before midnight is a common mistake.
5. Does the Daily Adventure Incense work if I’m not moving?
No, the Daily Adventure Incense is designed to work while you’re moving. Staying stationary will significantly reduce the number of Pokémon that spawn. The Daily Adventure Incense, as the name suggests, works best if you are moving and going on an adventure.
6. What are the chances of encountering a Galarian Legendary bird with the Daily Adventure Incense?
The encounter rate is quite low, making these encounters rare and exciting. The odds are very low of running into these types of Pokemon.
7. What is the catch rate and flee rate of Galarian Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres?
These Pokémon have a base catch rate of 0.3% and a flee rate of 90%, making them exceptionally difficult to capture. Therefore, it is important to come ready for battle.
8. Should I use my Master Ball on a Galarian Legendary bird?
Many trainers recommend saving their Master Ball specifically for these rare encounters, given their low catch rates and high flee rates. If you are lucky enough to have a Master Ball, use it on these rare Galarian Legendary birds.
9. Can I catch Shiny Pokémon with the Daily Adventure Incense?
Yes, it is possible to encounter Shiny Pokémon attracted by the Daily Adventure Incense. Keep your eyes peeled! Be prepared for a big surprise.
10. Can the Daily Adventure Incense attract Pokémon that are not normally found in my area?
Yes, the Daily Adventure Incense can attract Pokémon that are rare or even exclusive to certain events, providing opportunities to expand your Pokédex. This is one of the biggest reasons that it is such a useful tool.
11. Does the weather affect the Pokémon attracted by the Daily Adventure Incense?
The weather can influence the types of Pokémon that appear, but the Daily Adventure Incense also has its own specific spawn pool. It can be helpful to look at the weather while using Daily Adventure Incense.
12. Is there a limit to how many Pokémon can spawn during the 15 minutes?
The spawn rate appears to cap at roughly 1 Pokémon every 30 seconds while moving at a normal walking pace. If you are not consistently walking, you will not maximize the spawn rate.
13. Can I use the Daily Adventure Incense while driving?
While technically possible, it’s highly discouraged and unsafe to play Pokémon GO while driving. Focus on being a responsible and safe driver.
14. What happens if I encounter a Pokémon that is disguised as Ditto?
If you catch a Pokémon that turns out to be Ditto after the catch animation, it was likely disguised as a common Pokémon in your area. You may encounter an “Oh?” screen.
15. How else can I get Poké Balls in Pokémon GO besides the Daily Adventure Incense?
You can obtain Poké Balls through various methods, including:
- Spinning Photodisks at PokéStops and Gyms
- Purchasing them from the in-game Store
- Opening Gifts from friends
- Claiming the Daily Free Box in the Store
- Completing Field and Special Research Tasks
Understanding the mechanics of the Daily Adventure Incense, including the Poké Ball grant system, is essential for maximizing your Pokémon GO experience. By following these tips and strategies, you can make the most of this powerful tool and potentially encounter some truly rare and exciting Pokémon. Remember to be a responsible trainer, prioritize safety, and enjoy the adventure! And for more insights into the intersection of games and learning, be sure to visit GamesLearningSociety.org. The Games Learning Society is a great source for information on games.