“A Cosmic Companion” is a Special Research questline in Pokémon Go that allows trainers to catch the legendary Pokémon Cosmog, originating from Gen 7. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the quest steps, rewards, and everything you need to know about evolving Cosmog into its final forms: Cosmoem, Solgaleo, and Lunala.
During the Season of Light event, “A Cosmic Companion” allowed players to add this unique Psychic-type legendary to their collection. But how do you make the most of this quest and evolve Cosmog into its powerful evolutions? This guide will walk you through each step, providing tips and insights to maximize your Pokémon Go experience.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Quest Tasks and Rewards: A Step-by-Step Guide
“A Cosmic Companion” was gradually released throughout the Season of Light in Pokémon Go. Claiming the quest before December 1st, 2022, at 9:59 am (local time) was essential to ensure access to Cosmog. Here’s a detailed breakdown of each step:
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 1 (Released on Thursday, September 1st)
- Catch 15 Pokémon – 5 Razz Berries
- Make 10 Curveball Throws – Staryu encounter
- Catch 15 Psychic-type Pokémon – 5 Pinap Berries
Rewards: 1000 XP, 500 Stardust, and a Cosmog encounter.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 2 (Released on Thursday, September 1st)
- Give your buddy 3 treats – Woobat encounter
- Earn 10 Candies walking with your buddy – Staryu encounter
- Catch 15 Psychic-type Pokémon – Munna encounter
Rewards: 2000 XP, 500 Stardust, and 1 Poffin.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 3 (Released on Thursday, September 1st)
- Earn 15 hearts with your buddy – Ralts encounter
- Send 10 Gifts to friends – Staryu encounter
- Catch 20 different species of Pokémon – 25 Poké Balls
Rewards: 3000 XP, 1000 Stardust, and 5 Pinap Berries.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 4 (Released on Thursday, September 1st)
- Catch 3 Pokémon – 789 XP
Rewards: 3000 XP, 1000 Stardust, and 25 Cosmog Candy.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 5 (Released on Wednesday, October 5th)
- Complete 5 Field Research tasks – Baltoy encounter
- Power up Pokémon 10 times – Staryu encounter
- Evolve a Cosmog – 1000 Stardust
Rewards: 1000 XP, 750 Stardust, and 25 Cosmog Candy.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 6 (Released on Wednesday, October 5th)
- Complete 10 Field Research tasks – Elgyem encounter
- Power up Pokémon 10 times – Staryu encounter
- Walk 5 km – Girafarig encounter
Rewards: 2000 XP, 750 Stardust, and 25 Cosmog Candy.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 7 (Released on Wednesday, October 5th)
- Earn 15 hearts with your buddy – Kirlia encounter
- Hatch an Egg – Staryu encounter
- Catch 20 different species of Pokémon – 25 Great Balls
Rewards: 3000 XP, 1500 Stardust, and 10 Poké Balls.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 8 (Released on Wednesday, October 5th)
- Catch 3 Pokémon – 789 XP
Rewards: 3000 XP, 1500 Stardust, and 50 Cosmog Candy.
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 9 (Released on Wednesday, November 23rd)
Rewards: 2000 XP, 500 Stardust and a Starmie encounter
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 10 (Released on Wednesday, November 23rd)
- Evolve 3 Pokémon – 12 Nanab Berries
- Walk 5km – Staryu encounter
- Make 15 Great Throws – 10 Pinap Berries
Rewards: 4000 XP, 1000 Stardust and a Solrock encounter
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 11 (Released on Wednesday, November 23rd)
- Evolve 3 Pokémon – 12 Razz Berries
- Walk 5km – Staryu encounter
- Make 15 Nice Curveball Throws – 10 Pinap Berries
Rewards: 4000 XP, 1000 Stardust and a Lunatone encounter
‘A Cosmic Companion’ Step 12 (Released on Wednesday, November 23rd)
- Earn 15 hearts with your buddy – Gardevoir encounter
- Catch 25 different species of Pokémon – Staryu encounter
- Earn 10,000 Stardust – 25 Ultra Balls
Rewards: 5000 XP, 2500 Stardust and 1 Star Piece
Understanding Cosmog and its Evolutions
Cosmog is a unique legendary Pokémon with the ability to evolve twice. The first evolution is into Cosmoem, and the second depends on the time of day.
- Cosmog: The starting form, obtained early in the “A Cosmic Companion” quest.
- Cosmoem: Evolves from Cosmog with 25 Cosmog Candy.
- Solgaleo: Evolves from Cosmoem during the day with 100 Cosmog Candy. Solgaleo is a Psychic/Steel-type.
- Lunala: Evolves from Cosmoem at night with 100 Cosmog Candy. Lunala is a Psychic/Ghost-type.
Since you need two Cosmoem to get both Solgaleo and Lunala, completing this evolution line requires dedication and strategic planning to collect enough Cosmog Candy.
How “A Cosmic Companion” Works
“A Cosmic Companion” was structured like the “Misunderstood Mischief” special research quest, released periodically throughout an in-game season. While all quest steps are now available, understanding the release timeline provides context for those who experienced the quest in real-time.
The quest was time-limited, meaning players had to claim it before a specific date to access it. This encouraged active engagement within the Pokémon Go community and ensured players were present during the Season of Light.
Tips for Evolving Cosmog
Evolving Cosmog requires a significant amount of Cosmog Candy. Here are a few tips to help you gather enough:
- Complete Research Tasks: Prioritize tasks that reward Cosmog Candy.
- Use Pinap Berries: When catching Cosmog or its evolutions in future events, use Pinap Berries to double the candy received.
- Buddy Up: Make Cosmog or Cosmoem your buddy to earn candy while walking.
- Participate in Events: Keep an eye out for events that may feature increased candy rewards or Cosmog encounters.
Conclusion
“A Cosmic Companion” offered a captivating journey for Pokémon Go trainers, culminating in the acquisition of Cosmog and its powerful evolutions. By understanding the quest steps, evolution requirements, and strategic tips, players can make the most of this special research and add these legendary Pokémon to their collections. Continue exploring, training, and evolving to truly master the world of Pokémon Go.
