Pokemon Celebrates Year of the Snake with Ekans

Pokémon Rings in the Year of the Snake with a Charming Animated Short

Pokémon is celebrating the 2025 Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake, with a delightful animated short featuring Ekans and Arbok. This heartwarming video, released on January 29th, 2025, showcases a humorous encounter between two Ekans, one of which is a Shiny variant. The short film culminates in a touching evolution sequence, leaving viewers with a sense of warmth and nostalgia.

The video, available on Pokémon's YouTube channel, depicts a playful interaction between the two Ekans before a surprising turn of events leads to one's evolution into Arbok. The unique Shiny Ekans' journey resonates with fans, sparking discussions about friendship and acceptance, regardless of differences. Many viewers expressed emotional responses, highlighting the video's ability to evoke feelings of nostalgia and connection.

The Pokémon Company's celebrations extend beyond the animated short. A special Lunar New Year event in Pokémon GO further enhances the festive atmosphere.

Pokémon GO's Lunar New Year Event: Increased Encounters and Shiny Rates

Launched on January 9th, 2025, and running as part of the Dual Destiny season (December 3rd, 2024 – March 4th, 2025), the Pokémon GO event features increased encounter and Shiny rates for several snake-themed Pokémon, including Ekans, Onix, Gyarados, Dratini, Dunsparce, Snivy, and Darumaka. The event also includes themed Field Research tasks, special 2km Eggs containing various Pokémon, and a Timed Research offering rare Zygarde Cells.

This multi-faceted celebration demonstrates The Pokémon Company's commitment to engaging its fanbase during this significant cultural event. The combination of the charming animated short and the in-game event provides a memorable and enjoyable Lunar New Year experience for Pokémon fans worldwide.