Sweet Swarm 2025 Recap: Shiny Boosted Combee and Swirlix
By Matt · Published · Updated Sweet Swarm ran from 3 to 6 August 2025 with shiny boosts for Combee and Swirlix. Their research hundos were 212 CP for Combee and 505 CP for Swirlix, Combee gave 750 Stardust per catch, and incense lasted up to an hour per use.
| Pokémon | Where | Hundo CP |
|---|---|---|
| Combee | Research | 212 |
| Swirlix | Research | 505 |
Another event, another pair of shiny boosted Pokémon. Sweet Swarm was a spring-themed event, which kind of suited Australia.
When it ran
3 to 6 August 2025.
What was featured
- Shiny boosts for Combee and Swirlix. Both are great, but I think Swirlix edges ahead.
- Research hundos: 212 CP for Combee and 505 CP for Swirlix.
- Stardust: Combee gives 750 Stardust per catch.
- Incense lasted up to 1 hour per use.
Matt's takeA nice little event, nothing super exciting, but it was nice to have a little break between so many big events. Swirlix edges ahead for me: look at that shiny.
FAQ
When was Sweet Swarm 2025?
From 3 to 6 August 2025.
Which Pokémon were shiny boosted in Sweet Swarm?
Combee and Swirlix.
What are the Combee and Swirlix research hundos?
212 CP for Combee and 505 CP for Swirlix.
What bonuses did Sweet Swarm have?
Incense lasted up to 1 hour per use.
Get Matt's full take
The extended write-up on Patreon has Matt’s commentary, what to prioritise and Matt’s own plan.