List of Special Research tasks

Here are listed all tasks and rewards for Special Research campaigns.

A Mythical Discovery
A Mythical Discovery is the first campaign of special research tasks. It is split into 8 parts with sets of 3 research tasks and rewards. For each single-task completed there are regular XP rewards and there is also more bountiful reward for completing all 3 tasks of each set. The final goal of this campaign is catching Mythical Pokémon from Kanto region - Mew.

First part
The first part of special research tasks is introduced by Professor Willow saying, following words: "Trainer, how are you? It’s been a while, hasn’t it? You’ve become quite the Trainer! I wanted to ask for your help. As you know, I study Pokémon and their habitats. I’ve but recently, I’ve found some hints of something mysterious. I was wondering if you would help me investigate what's going on. You will? That’s great! First things first, let’s calibrate my instruments to your area. Could you please complete the following research tasks? Spin 5 Pokestops; Catch 10 Pokemon; Transfer 5 Pokemon."

Second part
The second part of special research tasks is available after the previous one was completed and is introduced to trainer with following words of Professor Willow: "Great. Thanks, Trainer! Now I should be able to detect anything out of the ordinary. I believe we need to be on the lookout for a Mythical Pokémon! Mythical Pokémon are extremely rare and unique, and many consider their existence to be mere rumor. Could you help get my equipment set up around your local habitat? This’ll be a great time to take your buddy out to explore a bit and hatch some Eggs! Please complete the following research tasks. Earn 2 Candies walking with your buddy; Make 10 Great Throws; Hatch 3 Eggs."

Third part
The third part of A Mythical Discover is available after completing the second one and it is introduced by Professor Willow, with these words: "Incredible! This confirms my initial suspicion. I think we’re seeing evidence of Mew! A Pokémon found in a jungle far to the south that was thought to have been extinct. It is so rare that many experts say that it is a myth. Only a few people have seen it worldwide. Apparently, it appears only to those people who are pure of heart and have a strong desire to see it. My colleagues in Kanto, including my instructor, Professor Oak, spent a long time studying Mew. It looks like our findings match theirs! According to our research, Mew was said to be observed using moves of all kinds. This observation has led some of us to say that Mew is the ancestor of all Pokémon! Perhaps by studying Pokémon in battle, we’ll learn more! Please perform the following research tasks. Reach level 15; Battle in a Gym twice; Battle in a Raid twice."

Fourth part
The fourth part of this campaign is available after completing the previous one and is introduced to trainer by Professor Willow, with following words: "Great work, Trainer! This will help point us in the right direction. Did you know Mew is said to hold the genetic codes of all Pokémon? Mew’s secrets could be a link to understanding the mystery of Pokémon growth and Evolution! Let's study some Pokémon Evolution to learn more about Mew! Please perform these research tasks for me. Silver Kanto Badge; Evolve 20 Pokemon; Earn 5 Candy walking your buddy."

Fifth part
The fifth part of this Special Research campaign is available after completing the fourth one and is introduced with following words of Professor Willow:

"Amazing. Just amazing! Isn’t Evolution wondrous? I learn something new every time I see it! With the data we’ve collected so far, I should be able to pinpoint Mew’s location! It looks like... Yes, it looks like Mew has visited your area recently! Hmm... Interesting. If that's the case, someone should have reported a sighting... Maybe Mew is hiding or disguised as another Pokémon? Let's study some other Pokémon that use these tricks and the best ways to catch them! Please perform the following research tasks. Catch a Ditto; Make 20 Great throws; Catch 10 Ghost-type Pokemon."

Sixth part
The sixth part of this Special Research campaign is available after completing the fifth one and it is introduced by Professor Willow, with these words: "Thank you, Trainer! With your help, I’ve determined that Mew is invisible! Let's collect some data to build a tool to find it. I have an idea... I’ll need you to study some powerful Pokémon up close to help me out! Could you complete the following research tasks? Evolve a Magikarp; Battle 10 Raids; Reach level 25."

Seventh part
The seventh part of these special research tasks is available after completing the previous one and is introduced to trainer by Professor Willow, with following words: "Nice! My prototype is functioning well. I’ve upgraded your AR camera with the new ability to see invisible Pokémon! The final step is to lure out Mew. Mew is said only to appear to those who are pure of heart and have a strong desire to meet it... Let’s show Mew what a great Trainer you are and how excited we are to see it! Please carry out the following research tasks. Catch 50 Pokemon using a berry; Make 1 Excellent curve throw; Gold Kanto Badge."

Eight part
The eight and final part of A Mythical Discovery campaign is available after completing the seventh one and there are final words to player from Professor Willow:

"We found Mew! Awesome! This is an experience to remember forever. Now you can see why I love studying Pokémon so much! The whole world is out there to discover. So go have some fun! My assistants and I will request some Special Research from you in the future. Stay in touch!"

Trivia

 * Unlike the Field Research tasks, there is no possibility to cancel nor skip any of Special Research tasks in order to complete the set of tasks.
 * More than one set of special research tasks can be completed within a day.
 * It has not been officially confirmed nor announced if there's going to be any other campaign with Mythical Pokémon from other regions as the reward.
 * Although words of Professor Willow from the last part of A Mythical Discovery campaign hints that is highly probable.