Special battle event

Special battle events (Japanese: 特別バトルイベント Special Battle Event) are limited-time events in Pokémon Masters EX where players face a series of difficult battles to earn rewards.

Four Trials

This event ran from July 16 to 30, 2022. It contained no story content, but players could earn rewards by completing special missions. Each mission could only be completed by taking on a specific battle, and each battle had three associated missions with the same basic objective:

• "The First Trial": Use a certain number of sync pairs with the Passionate Spirit theme skill.
• "The Second Trial": Use a certain number of supereffective attacks.
• "The Third Trial": Deal a certain amount of total damage.
• "The Fourth Trial": Deal a certain amount of damage with a single Pokémon move.

Fulfilling a condition was only counted towards a mission if the battle was completed. For example, dealing 4000 damage in "The Third Trial" and then quitting the battle would not count towards the total damage dealt during the battle.

Each mission in a set had progressively more difficult requirements, and completing each mission in the set would reward the player with a 3★, 4★, or 5★ Power-Up for completing the first, second, or third mission, respectively. Players received Gems for completing all missions.

Battles

Name	Difficultye	Trainer	Pokémon			First-Time Rewards
			Left	Middle	Right
The First Trial	Hard	Lt. Surge	Raichu Alolan form Weakness:	Raichu Weakness:	Electivire Weakness:	Gems ×100 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngThe Second Trial
The Second Trial	Very Hard	Bea	Hitmontop Weakness:	Sirfetch'd Weakness:	Machamp Weakness:	Gems ×100 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngThe Third Trial
The Third Trial	Super Hard	Sawyer	Primeape Weakness:	Bewear Weakness:	Hariyama Weakness:	Gems ×100 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngThe Fourth Trial
The Fourth Trial	Ultra Hard	The Masked Royal	Obstagoon Weakness:	Incineroar Weakness:	Shiftry Weakness:	Gems ×100

Event missions

Mission Name	Objective	Reward
Mission 1	Complete The First Trial with 1 or more sync pairs that share the following theme: • Passionate Spirit	3★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 2	Complete The First Trial with 2 or more sync pairs that share the following theme: • Passionate Spirit	4★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 3	Complete The First Trial with 3 or more sync pairs that share the following theme: • Passionate Spirit	5★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 4	Use 1 supereffective attack to complete the following area: The Second Trial	3★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 5	Use 3 supereffective attacks to complete the following area: The Second Trial	4★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 6	Use 5 supereffective attacks to complete the following area: The Second Trial	5★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 7	Deal a total of 10000 damage to complete the following area: The Third Trial	3★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 8	Deal a total of 13000 damage to complete the following area: The Third Trial	4★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 9	Deal a total of 15000 damage to complete the following area: The Third Trial	5★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 10	Deal 3000 or more damage with a single Pokémon move to complete the following area: The Fourth Trial	3★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 11	Deal 5000 or more damage with a single Pokémon move to complete the following area: The Fourth Trial	4★ Power-Up ×1
Mission 12	Deal 10000 or more damage with a single Pokémon move to complete the following area: The Fourth Trial	5★ Power-Up ×1
Reward for completing all missions		Gems ×300

Challenge Serena and Calem

This event ran from December 5 to 19, 2022, alongside the Leaders of a New Era and Let Your Heart Shine! events. Players completed a short story area featuring Serena and Calem, and then they were able to take on these two Neo Champions in battles. Completing each battle rewarded the player with Gems and Champion Spirits.

Area info

Area name	Unlock condition	Completion Rewards
File:Masters Story Unlock.pngWelcome, Challenger!	Available from start	Gems ×10 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Serena: Part 1 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Calem: Part 1

Battles

Name	Difficulty	Trainer	Pokémon			First-Time Rewards	Completion Rewards
			Left	Middle	Right
Challenge Champion Serena: Part 1	Super Hard	Serena (Champion)	Milotic Weakness:	Greninja Weakness:	Clawitzer Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×5 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Serena: Part 2	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Serena: Part 2	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×5	2000 coins
Challenge Champion Calem: Part 1	Super Hard	Calem (Champion)	Umbreon Weakness:	Greninja Weakness:	Liepard Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×5 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Calem: Part 2	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Calem: Part 2	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×5	2000 coins

Script

• Welcome, Challenger!

Name	Text
(Stadium; Wikstrom stands on the steps leading to the grass battlefield)
Wikstrom	Is your heart prepared for this? One last wall remains before you. You would do well to remember: defeat us, and then you will face the champion in battle!
(Fade to Siebold in Wikstrom's place)
Siebold	Devote yourself entirely, so even that which will fade and disappear is ingrained forever upon your heart and mind! That is the only fate for any human. You have drawn forth the strength of Pokémon with your own particular style and method. And now you can challenge the champion.
(Stadium; Serena and Calem are standing on the steps above the concrete battlefield, wearing their Champion outfits)
Serena	Welcome! We were waiting for you to show up!
Calem	We'll take you on as Pasio's Neo Champions, <player>. This isn't just about winning. It's about feeling each other's feelings... That's the kind of battle we're looking for!
Serena	So, I'm planning to share these battles against you with Calem, but... We have to decide who gets to go first!
Calem	That's true. I guess we should let <player> decide. Now, who will you face first?
Serena	Calem: I was hoping you'd choose me...
Calem	Calem: I'll surprise you with my new partner Pokémon. Serena: I guess the choice is yours...
Serena	Serena: Greninja and I will take you by surprise!
Calem	I'm curious about the reasoning behind your choice, but...
Serena	I'm sure we'll find out once we start battling!
Calem	Now then, shall we begin?
Serena	Show us just how much you and your friends shine!
(Calem sends out his Greninja)
Calem	Ready for this?
(Serena sends out her Greninja)
Serena	En garde!
(Serena and Calem prepare to battle the player)

Challenge Galar's Worthiest

This event ran from March 6 to 21, 2023, alongside the Fight for the Future Together and Show the Best Teamwork! events. Players completed a short story area featuring Hop, Marnie, and Bede, and then they were able to take on these three Neo Champions in battles. Completing each battle rewarded the player with Gems and Champion Spirits.

Area info

Area name	Unlock condition	Completion Rewards
File:Masters Story Unlock.pngThe Best Battle!	Available from start	Gems ×10 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Marnie: Part 1 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Hop: Part 1 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Bede: Part 1

Battles

Name	Difficulty	Trainer	Pokémon			First-Time Rewards	Completion Rewards
			Left	Middle	Right
Challenge Champion Marnie: Part 1	Super Hard	Marnie (Champion)	Honchkrow Weakness:	Moltres Galarian Form Weakness:	Hydreigon Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×10 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Marnie: Part 2	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Marnie: Part 2	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×10	2000 coins
Challenge Champion Hop: Part 1	Super Hard	Hop (Champion)	Sirfetch'd Weakness:	Zapdos Galarian Form Weakness:	Machamp Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×10 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Hop: Part 2	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Hop: Part 2	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×10	2000 coins
Challenge Champion Bede: Part 1	Super Hard	Bede (Champion)	Reuniclus Weakness:	Articuno Galarian Form Weakness:	Hatterene Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×10 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Bede: Part 2	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Bede: Part 2	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×10	2000 coins

Script

• The Best Battle!

Name	Text
(Pasio arena; Hop, Marnie, and Bede stand in the center, wearing their Champion outfits)
Hop	The arena is absolutely packed, and everyone's all fired up! Hehe... Welcome, challenger!
Marnie	Sorry, but I'm afraid I won't be cheerin' for you today. 'Cause we're the ones who are gonna seize victory!
Bede	No matter how much one trains, there will always be a winner and a loser... The world of battling is cruel indeed. As Neo Champions, it's our duty to teach you that lesson.
Hop	And on that note! I'll be your first opponent, <player>!
Bede	Now, now... Just a moment. Perhaps you should leave this to me and just stand back and observe. You were completely lost when you went up against Articuno and I, weren't you, Mr. "Professor in Training"?
Hop	You're as charming as ever, even after becoming a Neo Champion...
Marnie	Well, Bede, if you're gonna bring THAT up... I guess that means me and Moltres should go first, since we handily beat you and Articuno.
Bede	Urk... W-well, that's...
Marnie	Though my partner and I did lose to Hop and Zapdos... So, don't ya think it's best if <player> decides who goes first?
Bede	Hmph. I suppose we've no choice but to leave the decision in <player>'s hands.
Hop	OK! Now that that's out of the way...
(Hop walks forward)
Hop	All right, <player>! Let's have a legendary battle that Pasio will always remember—no, one that'll change the course of its future! All of us sync pairs'll get stronger together!
(Hop, Marnie, and Bede send out Zapdos, Moltres, and Articuno)
Hop	We're gonna have an absolutely Neo Champion time!
(Bede, Marnie, and Hop each strike a pose, and the crowd cheers)

Take on a serious Nate!

This event ran from December 4, 2023 to January 4, 2024, alongside the A Pure and Touching Heart and Show Your Hearts As One! events. Players could complete a story area featuring Nate, the newest Neo Champion, which included a battle against him; this unlocked an additional, more challenging battle against Nate. Completing each battle rewarded the player with Gems and Champion Spirits.

Area info

Area name	Unlock condition	Completion Rewards
File:Masters Story Unlock.pngWelcome, Amazing Challenger!	Available from start	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Nate

Battles

Name	Difficulty	Trainer	Pokémon			First-Time Rewards	Completion Rewards
			Left	Middle	Right
Welcome, Amazing Challenger!	Super Hard	Nate (Champion)	Goodra Weakness:	Haxorus Weakness:	Salamence Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Nate	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Nate	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15	2000 coins

Script

• Welcome, Amazing Challenger!

Name	Text
(Stadium, steps leading to grass battlefield)
Grimsley	Astonishing! You have defeated every member of the Unova region's Elite Four. But it isn't over yet. There is one more opponent against whom you must prove your strength! Though... I'm sure you already have a good idea of who that person is.
(Stadium; Nate is standing on the steps above the concrete battlefield, wearing his Champion outfit)
Nate	Welcome, challenger! Hehe! Just kidding. I've been waiting for you, <player>! Uh-huh... I can see it in your eyes... The bond you and your Pokémon forged... and the emotions you felt as you battled your way here! I think I can have a battle with you that'll touch everyone's hearts! Furthermore, as a Pasio Neo Champion... I can't wait to clash my feelings against yours! Pokémon-fan synergy can create a combination that's better than perfect!
(Nate sends out his Haxorus)
Nate	Let's have ourselves an amazing battle that'll touch everyone's hearts!
(Nate and the player battle)
Nate	You really are strong, <player>! Of course, I'm frustrated that I lost... but that was one heck of a battle we just had! In order for you to continue forging your path forward, and for me to continue getting stronger as a Neo Champion... it'd be great if we could battle again sometime!

Take on a serious Rosa!

This event ran from December 25, 2023 to January 14, 2024, alongside the A Touching Sepia-Toned Song and Show the Meaning of Strength! events. Players could complete a story area featuring Rosa, the newest Neo Champion, which included a battle against her; this unlocked an additional, more challenging battle against Rosa. Completing each battle rewarded the player with Gems and Champion Spirits.

Area info

Area name	Unlock condition	Completion Rewards
File:Masters Story Unlock.pngStory Woven with a Challenger	Available from start	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Rosa

Battles

Name	Difficulty	Trainer	Pokémon			First-Time Rewards	Completion Rewards
			Left	Middle	Right
Story Woven with a Challenger	Super Hard	Rosa (Champion)	Reuniclus Weakness:	Meloetta Aria Forme Weakness:	Meowstic Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Rosa	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Rosa	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15	2000 coins

Script

• Story Woven with a Challenger

Name	Text
(Stadium, steps leading to grass battlefield)
Shauntal	"The woman was surprised that the challenger had defeated every member of the Unova Elite Four." You have earned the right to challenge the Neo Champion. Your story is yours and yours alone. Please weave a wonderful tale!
(Stadium; Rosa is standing on the steps above the concrete battlefield, wearing her Champion outfit)
Rosa	Welcome, challenger! I've been waiting for you, <player>! What do you think deeply touches the hearts of people and Pokémon? Here's what I think... When a person and a Pokémon build a bond with each other, they feel all sorts of emotions when they're battling a powerful opponent... And the drama of that battle touches the hearts of everyone who's watching it unfold. I want this Pokémon battle to be like a movie... A movie that'll leave the audience feeling touched and fulfilled after they watch it. So today, I will not be playing the role of "friend"... I'd like to instead play the role of "Rosa, Pasio Neo Champion"—the opponent you're meant to battle! With our singing, our dancing, and our Pokémon...
(Rosa sends out her Meloetta)
Rosa	let's create an unforgettable masterpiece!
(Rosa and the player battle)
Rosa	Wow! Even though I gave it my all... You're impressive as always, <player>! But...I'm not that disappointed—in fact, I'm really happy! After all, we've created yet another work that I'll always remember! I look forward to the sequel to today's battle!

Take On a Tenacious Silver!

This event ran from March 3 to April 12, 2024, alongside the Honing One's Love and Take On the Young Talent events. Players could complete a story area featuring Silver, the newest Neo Champion, which included a battle against him; this unlocked an additional, more challenging battle against Silver. Completing each battle rewarded the player with Gems and Champion Spirits.

Area info

Area name	Unlock condition	Completion Rewards
File:Masters Story Unlock.pngYou're Finally Here, Huh...	Available from start	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Silver

Battles

Name	Difficulty	Trainer	Pokémon			First-Time Rewards	Completion Rewards
			Left	Middle	Right
You're Finally Here, Huh...	Super Hard	Silver (Champion)	Umbreon Weakness:	Tyranitar Weakness:	Cacturne Weakness:	Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15 File:Masters Story Unlock.pngChallenge Champion Silver	1500 coins
Challenge Champion Silver	Ultra Hard					Gems ×300 Champion Spirit ×15	2000 coins

Script

• You're Finally Here, Huh...

Name	Text
(Stadium, steps leading to grass battlefield)
Karen	Well, aren't you good. I like that in a Trainer. Strong Pokémon. Weak Pokémon. That is only the selfish perception of people. Truly skilled Trainers should try to win with the Pokémon they love best. I like your style. You understand what's important. Go on—the Champion is waiting.
(Stadium; Silver is standing on the steps above the concrete battlefield, wearing his Champion outfit)
Silver	Well, well, <player>. I knew you had what it takes to make it this far. But...your little win streak ends here. My Pokémon and I have gotten so much stronger as Neo Champions, you won't even recognize us...
(Silver sends out his Tyranitar)
Silver	We're gonna take you down! Battle us, here and now!
(Silver and the player battle)
Silver	...What an odd feeling. I lost, but I'm not mad about it... I'm gonna figure out why I lost and get stronger. And when I do, we're gonna come at you with everything we've got...and take you down.
(Silver turns around)
Silver	Oh—one more thing, <player>. Don't forget to let your Pokémon rest and recover after battling.

See also

Pokémon Masters EX Events Unique events: Prestige event • Battle Point Challenge • Daily Type Rotation • Pokémon Masters Day (2021 • 2022 • 2023) • Legendary Gauntlet • Music Coin Challenge • Battle with Pals • Find the Ditto impostors! • Riddle event • Anime Collaboration • Run-Up to Three Special Battles • Eevee Day Celebration! • Expedition event • Get the New Gear! event • Lear Presents • Damage Challenge • Arceus Arc Celebration • Iono Zone Presents Non-unique events: Story events • Training events • Special events (Electricity Disruptors • Special Co-op Battles) • Legendary events • Solo events • Egg events • Time trial events (Let's Go for Number One! • Strong AND Amazing) • Extreme battle events • Gear events • Special sync pair events • Daily Battles (Blissful Bonanza! • The Golden Magikarp) • Villain events • Costume events • Throwback Challenges • Special battle events • Neo Champions • Trainer Files • High score events • Ranked damage events • Academy Founding Chapter Pokémon Masters EX event templates Story events • Villain events • Solo events • Trainer Files • Academy Founding Chapter • Legendary events • All

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