The Pokémon GO Holiday Cup: Little Edition is here! Running from December 17th to 24th, 2024, this limited-time event introduces a CP cap of 500 and restricts Pokémon types to Electric, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, and Normal. This creates a unique meta, demanding strategic team building.

Holiday Cup: Little Edition Rules

• CP Cap: 500
• Allowed Types: Electric, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Normal
• Dates: December 17th - 24th, 2024

This lower CP cap and type restriction necessitate crafting new teams. While six types offer more flexibility than the Fantasy Cup, finding suitable low-CP Pokémon presents a significant challenge.

Team Building Strategies

Begin by filtering your Pokémon by CP to identify eligible candidates. Prioritize Pokémon that counter likely PvP opponents within the allowed types. Evolved forms often exceed the CP limit, necessitating a shift from typical meta strategies.

Smeargle, previously banned, is a major contender this year, with moves like Incinerate and Flying Press posing a significant threat. Planning counter-strategies is crucial.

Suggested Team Combos

Several team compositions leverage Smeargle's move-copying ability or offer effective counters. Remember, optimal team composition depends on your available Pokémon and playstyle.

Team 1: Counter-Smeargle Strategy

Pikachu Libre's Fighting type counters Normal-type Smeargle. Ducklett and Alolan Marowak provide additional type advantages. Skeledirge is a viable Alolan Marowak substitute.

Team 2: Embrace the Smeargle Meta

This team incorporates Smeargle, using Ducklett's Flying-type moves to counter Fighting types targeting Smeargle. Amaura provides Rock-type coverage.

Team 3: Underdog Lineup

This team utilizes less common Pokémon. Litwick counters Ghost, Grass, and Ice types. Cottonee offers strong Grass-type attacks. Gligar provides advantages against Electric types and resists Fire-type moves.

Remember, these are suggestions. Experiment and adapt to find the team that best suits your Pokémon and playstyle. Good luck in the Holiday Cup: Little Edition! Pokémon GO is available now.