Pokemon GO players have been anxiously awaiting the next special research assignment since Mew arrived in late spring and it seems like the time has finally arrived. After months of teasing, Celebi's special challenges will finally be released in just a few days.

Professor Willow needs the help of the Pokemon GO community yet again and this time players will be rewarded with the Gen 2 Pokemon Celebi. Pokemon GO players will be able to start the new challenges on August 20 and begin working their way towards the special encounter.

Here's a look at some of the details from the official announcement...

"Prepare yourself for August 20, when this Special Research becomes available worldwide!... Along the way to discovering Celebi’s time-shifting nature, you’ll encounter tasks that will test your skills as a Trainer. Complete tasks to gain XP, receive useful items, and even encounter certain Pokémon on your journey! You can begin completing Special Research on Celebi at any time as long as you have done the third group of tasks related to the Special Research on Mew, and actively finish tasks related to both at your own pace!"

For players who attended Go Fest in Chicago and already have a Celebi, the special research will allow them to earn some extra candy to power up their existing Celebi. It does not sound like a second Celebi is on the table...

"For those who have already completed the exclusive Pokémon GO Fest Special Research and have obtained the Time Travel Pokémon, completing this new Special Research will earn you a new bounty of Candy to power up your Celebi."

Check back for more details and guides in the coming days. Until then, good luck out there, trainers!

Pokemon GO is available now in select regions on Android and iOS devices.

Source: Pokemon GO Live