The Pokémon GO Holiday Cup: Little Edition is here! Running from December 17th to 24th, 2024, this cup introduces a 500 CP cap and restricts Pokémon to Electric, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, and Normal types. This creates a unique meta, demanding strategic team building.
Holiday Cup: Little Edition Rules:
- CP Cap: 500
- Type Restriction: Electric, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Normal
- Dates: December 17th - 24th, 2024
Crafting Your Winning Team:
The lower CP limit and type restrictions necessitate a fresh approach. Many evolved Pokémon are ineligible, forcing players to explore less conventional choices. Smeargle, previously banned, returns and poses a significant threat with moves like Incinerate and Flying Press. Countering Smeargle effectively is crucial.
Suggested Team Compositions:
Here are three sample team builds to consider, keeping in mind your available Pokémon and playstyle:
Team 1: Counter-Smeargle Strategy
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
| Pikachu Libre |
Electric/Fighting |
 Ducklett |
Flying/Water |
 Alolan Marowak |
Fire/Ghost |
This team utilizes dual typing for broader coverage and counters Smeargle's potential movesets. Skeledirge can substitute for Alolan Marowak if needed.
Team 2: Embrace the Smeargle Meta
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
 Smeargle |
Normal |
 Amaura |
Rock/Ice |
| Ducklett |
Flying/Water |
This team incorporates Smeargle, leveraging its move-copying ability. Ducklett counters Fighting-type counters to Smeargle, while Amaura provides Rock-type coverage.
Team 3: Underdog Lineup
| Pokémon | Type |
|---|---|
 Gligar |
Flying/Ground |
 Cottonee |
Fairy/Grass |
 Litwick |
Fire/Ghost |
This team features less common Pokémon, offering strong type coverage. Litwick excels against Ghost, Grass, and Ice types; Cottonee provides powerful Grass and Fairy moves; and Gligar counters Electric types and resists Fire-type attacks.
Remember, these are suggestions. Experiment and adapt your team based on your available Pokémon and preferred fighting style. Good luck, Trainers!
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