In Pokémon GO, Terrakion has returned to raids. In our guide, we show you the best counters, the maximum CP, and the moves of the legendary Pokémon.
How long is Terrakion available? The legendary Pokémon is back in raids alongside Virizion and Cobalion. From November 5, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time until November 16 at 10:00 AM local time, the three bosses will remain in level-5 raids.
Terrakion is among the best attackers in Pokémon GO and is only surpassed by Rampardos among rock attackers.
The best counters against Terrakion
Which types are effective? Terrakion is of the rock and fighting types and has a total of 7 weaknesses, including psychic, steel, water, fighting, grass, fairy, and ground.
Use these Pokémon: You can therefore take a wide range of counters. We have compiled the 10 best counters below using the overview from Pokebattler (via pokebattler.com). Especially their shadow variants are particularly strong.
- Mewtwo with Confusion and Psyshock
- Metagross with Bullet Punch and Meteor Mash
- Swampert with Water Gun and Hydro Cannon
- Machamp with Counter and Dynamic Punch
- Gallade with Confusion and Psychic
- Gardevoir with Confusion and Psychic
- Alakazam with Confusion and Psychic
- Exeggutor with Confusion and Psychic
- Hariyama with Counter and Dynamic Punch
- Tangrowth with Vine Whip and Leaf Tornado
However, the following Pokémon also provide good alternatives against Terrakion:
- (Shadow) Chandelure with Razor Leaf and Solar Beam
- Hoopa with Confusion and Psychic
- Zarude with Vine Whip and Leaf Tornado
- Meistagriff with Counter and Dynamic Punch
- (Shadow) Gyarados with Waterfall and Hydro Pump
Mega Evolutions: Your Mega Evolutions can also be useful against Terrakion. Use the following Pokémon:
- Mega Blastoise with Water Gun and Hydro Cannon
- Mega Gyarados with Waterfall and Hydro Pump
- Mega Venusaur with Vine Whip and Solar Beam
How many players are needed? You can defeat Terrakion with just two players. However, you either need a weather bonus or you can only attack with the absolute top counters.
It is significantly easier with three players. It is sufficient if you are at level 25.
All important information about Terrakion
Is there a Shiny version of Terrakion? Yes, you can encounter a shiny Terrakion with some luck. It is easily distinguishable from the normal form by its yellow-brown body and red horns.
What is 100% IV? If you want a Terrakion with 100% IV, you need a specimen with 2,113 CP from the raids. With a weather bonus, it can reach even 2,641 CP.
What moves does Terrakion learn? The rock moves are particularly impressive. The rest is not too interesting:
- Fast Moves: Smack Down (Rock), Zen Headbutt (Psychic)
- Charged Moves: Rock Slide (Rock), Close Combat (Fighting), Earthquake (Ground)
How good is Terrakion? The legendary Pokémon is among the best attackers and is well-suited as a fighter against the Team Rocket Grunts and Leaders. However, as a fighting attacker, Terrakion is not particularly useful due to its moves.
It is definitely worth having a Terrakion on your team. With a bit of luck, it can also be a Shiny, making it exciting for Shiny hunters as well. A complete analysis of its usability can be found in our article about Terrakion.
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