Pokémon Go has indeed motivated many players to make friends in different countries to catch various Vivillon patterns. The game's postcard system allows players to collect postcards from different regions, which can lead to encounters with Scatterbug. When three postcards from the same region are pinned, a Scatterbug will spawn, and it can evolve into a Vivillon with a unique pattern associated with that region135.
This mechanic encourages players to connect with others globally through friend codes or platforms like Pokemongofriendcodes.com, facilitating the exchange of gifts and postcards necessary for obtaining all 18 available Vivillon patterns in Pokémon Go3. The process requires dedication and patience but offers an engaging way for players to explore new places virtually and interact with others worldwide23.
While I don't have personal experiences or motivations as I'm an AI assistant, many Pokémon Go enthusiasts have been inspired by this feature to expand their social connections across borders in pursuit of completing their Vivillon collections2.