In Pokémon GO, the Raid Day with Lapras starts next Saturday. During this event, the Pokémon will learn two exclusive moves. But how strong will it be with them?
These are the moves: Next Saturday, on May 25th, the Raid event with Lapras will run for 3 hours. A Lapras will be available to battle at almost every Gym.
During this time, Lapras will learn the moves Ice Shard and Ice Beam, two moves that it no longer typically knows. We will tell you here how strong Lapras will be with these moves.
How strong will Lapras be with Ice Shard and Ice Beam
How does Lapras learn the moves? Lapras can only master the Ice moves if you catch it from the raid within the 3 hours. You cannot teach the Pokémon these moves with TMs.
What kind of moves are they? Both moves have already been learned by Lapras in the past. After various changes, however, Lapras was unable to learn them anymore. Now they are making a return.
The moves in PvE: In raids and gyms, Ice Beam significantly improves Lapras’ attack. So overall, the moves are quite good.
The problem here is the large competition that is better than Lapras. So even with these moves, Lapras will not be a top Ice attacker. Here it has to give the role to Pokémon like Mamoswine or Snorunt.
The moves in PvP: Here, Lapras shines with its moves. The advantage of Lapras is its high stamina, which is crucial in PvP. Ice Beam charges quickly, allowing it to cause a lot of damage.
So if you enjoy participating in PvP tournaments, you should aim for a Lapras with the move combination.
Is Lapras still worth it without moves? If you don’t consider the moves, then Lapras is mainly appealing for shiny hunters, as it is currently a very rare shiny.
Additionally, you can earn double experience points and stardust from the raids. So even without catching the Pokémon, it is worth participating in raids within the 3 hours.
Are you still looking for reasons to participate in the Lapras Day? Here are some:
