A Cosmic Companion

**A Cosmic Companion** is the Special Research to catch Cosmog, a Legendary Pokémon from the Alola region. It was made available since the start of Season of Light on September 1st, 2022, and could no longer be accessed since the end of that Season on December 1st, 2022. Its parts were released throughout different events during that Season.

## Task sets

 A Cosmic Companion
1st Part

Catch 15 Pokémon
5×  Razz Berry

Make 10 Curveball Throws
 Staryu

Catch 15 Psychic-type Pokémon
5×  Pinap Berry

Rewards for whole set
 Cosmog1000  Experience500×  Stardust

2nd Part

Give your buddy 3 treats
 Woobat

Earn 10 Candies walking with your buddy
 Staryu

Catch 15 Psychic-type Pokémon
 Munna

Rewards for whole set
1×  Poffin2000  Experience500×  Stardust

3rd Part

Earn 15 hearts with your buddy
 Ralts

Send 10 Gifts to friends
 Staryu

Catch 20 different species of Pokémon
25×  Poké Ball

Rewards for whole set
5×  Pinap Berry3000  Experience1000×  Stardust

4th Part

Catch 3 Pokémon
789  Experience

Rewards for whole set
25×  Cosmog Candy3000  Experience1000×  Stardust

5th Part
*Text in italics indicates changes of task after the Season of Light ended.*

Complete 5 Field Research tasks
 Baltoy

Power up Pokémon 10 times
 Staryu

Evolve a Cosmog
*Evolve a Psychic-type Pokémon*
1000×  Stardust

Rewards for whole set
25×  Cosmog Candy1000  Experience750×  Stardust

6th Part

Complete 10 Field Research tasks
 Elgyem

Power up Pokémon 10 times
 Staryu

Walk 5 km
 Girafarig

Rewards for whole set
25×  Cosmog Candy2000  Experience750×  Stardust

7th Part

Earn 15 hearts with your buddy
 Kirlia

Hatch an Egg
 Staryu

Catch 20 different species of Pokémon
25×  Great Ball

Rewards for whole set
10×  Poké Ball3000  Experience1500×  Stardust

8th Part

Catch 3 Pokémon
789  Experience

Rewards for whole set
50×  Cosmog Candy3000  Experience1500×  Stardust

9th Part
*Text in italics indicates changes of task after the Season of Light ended.*

Evolve a Cosmoem
*Evolve a Psychic-type Pokémon*
 Staryu

Rewards for whole set
 Starmie2000  Experience500×  Stardust

10th Part

Evolve 3 Pokémon
12×  Nanab Berry

Walk 5 km
 Staryu

Make 15 Great Throws
10×  Pinap Berry

Rewards for whole set
 Solrock4000  Experience1000×  Stardust

11th Part

Evolve 3 Pokémon
12×  Razz Berry

Walk 5 km
 Staryu

Make 15 Nice Curveball Throws
10×  Pinap Berry

Rewards for whole set
 Lunatone4000  Experience1000×  Stardust

12th Part

Earn 15 hearts with your buddy
 Gardevoir

Catch 25 different species of Pokémon
 Staryu

Earn 10,000 Stardust
25×  Ultra Ball

Rewards for whole set
1×  Star Piece5000  Experience2500×  Stardust

## Professor Willow and Rhi dialogue

1st Part

* Hello, **TRAINER**! It’s great to see you.
* I can’t thank you and Rhi enough for bringing me back from beyond the Ultra Wormhole. The two of you are quite the team!
* As exhilarating as it was to explore a different dimension, it wasn’t without its challenges. Thoughts of home kept me calm—you, Meltan, the team leaders...
* Maybe it was the sheer strength of those memories, but more than once it seemed almost like I was being surrounded by a protective presence—warm like the sun and calm like the moon.
* Who knows—maybe there really was something watching out for me! Our world can’t be the only one full of mysteries, after all.
* Speaking of mysteries, I have a new one to share with you, **TRAINER**. Since my return, a small, gaseous Pokémon I’ve never seen before has been hanging around my lab.
* It seems friendly, but where did it come from? Did it follow me from beyond the Ultra Wormhole? Could it be an Ultra Beast?
* Considering that possibility, I think it would be best if you work with Rhi to raise this Pokémon. Naturally, I’ll be eager to hear anything you may learn in the process.

2nd Part

* Greetings, Pokémon Trainer. With the Ultra Beasts presently at bay, now is an opportune moment to reflect on our time together thus far.
* The Ultra Wormholes and the dangers they pose were my primary concerns upon arriving in this world. But now, I find myself equally invested in developing our relationship.
* In light of our new rapport, perhaps it is time I reintroduced myself.
* I am Rhi of the GO Ultra Recon Squad. It is a pleasure to be your friend, **TRAINER**.
* Is there any objective I may assist you with today?
* Your Professor Willow has asked us to rear and study a peculiar Pokémon, is it? Understood.
* Ah. I have heard tales of such a Pokémon.
* Its gentle glow is impossible to mistake. I believe this Pokémon is called...Cosmog.
* Come—let us show Cosmog the beauty of this world.

3rd Part

* Hm? You wish to know more of Cosmog?
* Some have said that in ages past, it was known as the child of the stars.
* Beyond that, few details are known.
* Perhaps you and I can shed some light on this peculiar Pokémon.
* Earning its trust seems like a logical first step.
* Do you think Cosmog would feel closer to us if it were given a nickname?
* Its visage reminds me of outer space... A nebula, perhaps.
* But never mind my musings. I will leave the decision to you, **TRAINER**.
* No matter the name, I am eager to learn more of Cosmog as we become better acquainted.

5th Part

* Hey, **TRAINER**! Great to see you, as always.
* How have you and Rhi been? Have you two learned any more about that mysterious Pokémon?
* Rhi recognizes it, you say? And its name is Cosmog? Incredible! Having a bit of extra-dimensional help really expands our knowledge base.
* Still, when it comes to Pokémon research, nothing beats firsthand observation. Have you gleaned anything interesting during your time with Cosmog, **TRAINER**?
* Hmm... I see.
* Sounds like Cosmog’s curious, but not very cautious.
* I can relate to throwing caution to the wind, but when you’re light enough to be blown away by the slightest breeze... Well.
* It’s a good thing you and Rhi are there to make sure Cosmog is safe—just like you were for me!
* Anyhow, the more time you spend with Cosmog, the more we’ll learn. Let me know when you make more discoveries!

6th Part

* **TRAINER**. Greetings.
* So, Cosmog has evolved into Cosmoem.
* Do not be troubled by its current state.
* This is its natural biology at work.
* Though Cosmoem lies inert, energy is building within its core.
* I suspect it is preparing to evolve and will become active again in due time.
* Precisely when that will happen is beyond my knowledge, however.
* Once Cosmoem evolves, I wonder... Wait. I am struck by a thought. Recall how Willow spoke of a presence “warm like the sun and calm like the moon.”
* I apologize for the abrupt interruption of our conversation, **TRAINER**, but I must make some notes.
* Please continue your exploration in my absence and apprise Professor Willow of Cosmog’s evolution into Cosmoem.

7th Part

* **TRAINER**, you’re back already! How’s Cosmog—
* Whoa! Who’s that Pokémon? Did Cosmog evolve?! Just look at that lustrous shell!
* Rhi’s hypothesis is that this “Cosmoem” will stay in this state until it’s ready to evolve? Excellent theory!
* It’s definitely easier to get an up-close look at a Pokémon holding still, but what do you think is going on in Cosmoem’s mind? Is it asleep? Maybe it’s dreaming of adventuring with you and Rhi!
* What else will we learn once it “becomes active,” as Rhi put it? What kind of Pokémon could it become? Unlike our serene friend here, my mind’s buzzing with questions and possibilities!
* I can’t wait to see what mysteries we’ll unravel, **TRAINER**! Keep taking good care of Cosmoem until then.

8th Part

* Still in a holding pattern with Cosmoem, **TRAINER**? Not to worry—sometimes slow and steady is the way to go. I'll be waiting right here, so come see me when you have an update to share.

9th Part

* Oh? Did you see that, **TRAINER**?
* Cosmoem seems to be stirring.
* It appears the time has finally come.
* We’ll soon be able to observe the splendor of Cosmoem evolving with our own eyes.

10th Part

* In...incredible! Cosmoem has evolved!
* Splendid! Scintillating, even—to witness such a stunning sight firsthand.
* This Pokémon holds the power to open Ultra Wormholes. Others of its kind frequently join the GO Ultra Recon Squad in our investigations. They assist us in traversing dimensions.
* Though it remains to be seen how this particular specimen initially made its way here...
* I’d like to observe how it acclimates to this world in its new form. Our friend has changed greatly since we first came across it as Cosmog. And you must show Professor Willow this dazzling development.
* Do be sure to share his impressions with me.

11th Part

* **TRAINER**! Great to see you—and that majestic Pokémon you’ve brought with you!
* Unless I’ve gotten my wires crossed, I believe that’s a Legendary Pokémon originally discovered in Alola. How did you come across it?
* Wha—it evolved from Cosmoem?!
* I’m awestruck! And...struck with the exact same calm, warm feeling I had on the other side of the Ultra Wormhole.
* Hmm... Could a Pokémon of this species have been looking out for me?
* Funny, isn’t it? I’m always thinking about how we can protect Pokémon. But it looks like this time, a Pokémon protected me!
* I’ve got one more friend to be thankful for, aside from you and Rhi.
* I knew leaving Cosmog with you two was the right choice. With your encouragement and guidance, it’s become something truly Legendary!
* Do me a favor, would you? Keep adventuring together and tell me all about your exploits when you have a chance.
* As for me, well... I think it’s about time I put my old lab coat back on. Don’t you?

12th Part

* Greetings, **TRAINER**. So, Professor Willow confirmed he felt a presence like this Legendary Pokémon on the other side of the Ultra Wormhole?
* It would seem my theory was correct, then. A Pokémon of its kind protected Professor Willow during his disappearance.
* Pokémon are such wonderful creatures. I will have to make note of this behavior.
* You’re marvelous too, **TRAINER**—a kind and strong Pokémon Trainer.
* I am at ease knowing that someone so capable is keeping an eye on the Ultra Beasts.
* And more importantly, I am honored to call someone like you a friend.
* Ahem. Now, I believe a status report is in order.
* This world is sufficiently capable of defending itself against threats from the Ultra Wormholes.
* However, we have yet to discern the origin of—or inciting force behind—the Ultra Wormholes. I ran some tests as you conversed with Professor Willow and determined that our Pokémon friend here is not responsible.
* At least one mystery yet persists. It would seem more adventures lie on the horizon for us, **TRAINER**. Until our next!

## Release history

A Cosmic Companion was divided into three releases.

* Part 1: Start of Season of Light
* Part 5: Start of Evolving Stars
* Part 9: Start of Astral Eclipse

## Trivia

* Due to an issue where some accounts could not progress past the 4th part, the requirements were changed for that part.

## References

1. ↑ Welcome to the Season of Light. *Pokémon GO Live*. Retrieved on 2022-08-30.
2. ↑ Step 4 of A Cosmog Companion has been changed. *r/TheSilphRoad*. Retrieved on 2022-10-13.