Team Valor
Team Valor (red) follows Leader Candela, who emphasizes raw Pokémon strength and warrior spirit. Signature legendary is Moltres. Second-largest team — strongest in raid-heavy regions.
The team of strength and passion — believes Pokémon are stronger when trained well.
Team Valor is the red team in Pokémon GO, led by Candela. Valor's philosophy: Pokémon become stronger through diligent training and battle. Candela emphasizes attack stats, raid coordination, and gym dominance.
Moltres, the legendary Fire-type bird, is Team Valor's signature. Team color is a bright red. Valor is typically the second-largest team by membership, with strongholds in parts of Asia, the American Midwest, and South America.
Valor culture skews toward aggressive raid play and gym defense. Valor-heavy regions tend to have more contested gym battles and faster legendary raid completions.
- ▸No mechanical bonus over other teams — Niantic keeps team perks purely cosmetic.
- ▸Moltres appears more often during Valor-themed raid weeks.
- ▸Red avatar gear and Valor-themed clothing.
- ▸Aggressive raid players. Often the first team to clear new legendary debuts.
- ▸Strong identification with Fire-type attackers — Mega Charizard, Reshiram, Heatran rosters.
- ▸Candela's catchphrases emphasize strength and the bond between trainer + Pokémon.
Who is the leader of Team Valor?
Candela is the leader of Team Valor. The team of strength and passion — believes Pokémon are stronger when trained well.
What is Team Valor's signature Pokémon?
Moltres is the signature legendary of Team Valor. The bird trio (Articuno for Mystic, Moltres for Valor, Zapdos for Instinct) each represent a team's identity.
Does Team Valor have any gameplay advantages?
No — Niantic deliberately keeps team perks purely cosmetic. All three teams have identical access to raids, gyms, PvP, and catches. Team choice is about community and identity, not mechanics.
Can I change my team in Pokémon GO?
Yes, but only with a Team Medallion — a rare item from the shop. The Team Medallion can be used once every 365 days. Choose carefully.