Fall Marathon Buddy Trek 2026: Mega Manectric Hits Mega Level 4 and Bramblin Debuts
By Matt · Published · Updated The Fall Marathon Buddy Trek ran from 13 to 19 October 2026. Mega Manectric could reach Mega Level 4, giving it the plus move Discharge+, and from rank 20 of the GO Pass you got 5x Mega Energy for exploring with Electrike or Manectric as your buddy. Electrike and Hisuian Growlithe were shiny boosted, Bramblin debuted and Marathon Visor Pikachu returned.
Another Pokémon reached Mega Level 4, and a new Pokémon debuted. Here’s what the Fall Marathon Buddy Trek included.
Dates
The Fall Marathon Buddy Trek ran from 13 to 19 October 2026.
Mega Manectric reaches Mega Level 4
- Mega Manectric could reach Mega Level 4, giving it the plus move Discharge+.
- Electrike was shiny boosted.
- From rank 20 of the GO Pass, you got 5x Mega Energy for exploring with Electrike or Manectric as your buddy, making Mega Level 4 really easy to reach.
Everything else
- Hisuian Growlithe was shiny boosted.
- Bramblin debuted, with no mention of its evolution at the time.
- Pikachu with the Marathon visor returned, if you were ready to walk a lot again.
For another Pokémon that reached Mega Level 4, see my Mega Sableye Mega Level 4 guide.
FAQ
When was Fall Marathon 2026?
The Fall Marathon Buddy Trek ran from 13 to 19 October 2026.
What does Mega Level 4 do for Mega Manectric?
It gives Mega Manectric the plus move Discharge+.
How did you get extra Mega Manectric Energy?
From rank 20 of the GO Pass, you got 5x Mega Energy for exploring with Electrike or Manectric as your buddy.
What was shiny boosted in Fall Marathon 2026?
Electrike and Hisuian Growlithe.
Which Pokémon debuted in Fall Marathon 2026?
Bramblin.
Get Matt's full take
The extended write-up on Patreon has Matt’s commentary, what to prioritise and Matt’s own plan.