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Pokémon Go Shadow Regirock Raid Guide: Best Counters, Tips, and Tricks

By AdamMar 04,2025

Conquer the Shadow Regirock Raid in Pokémon GO!

Shadow Regirock returns to Pokémon GO as a formidable 5-Star Shadow Raid boss. This guide provides strategies and counter Pokémon to ensure victory.

Shadow Regirock's Strengths and Weaknesses

Shadow Regirock, a pure Rock-type, shares the same weaknesses as its standard form: Ground, Steel, Fighting, Grass, and Water-type attacks all deal super-effective (160%) damage. Conversely, it resists Normal, Poison, Flying, and Fire-type moves (63% damage). Strategize accordingly to maximize damage output.

Top Counters for Shadow Regirock

The most effective counters leverage high-Attack Grass and Fighting types. Below is a table detailing the top ten counters and their optimal movesets:

Top Counters for Shadow Regirock

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Shadow Regirock Counter Type Fast Attack Charged Attack
Kartana Grass & Steel Razor Leaf Razor Blade
Pheromosa Bug & Fighting Low Kick Focus Blast
Tsareena Grass Low Kick Grass Knot
Conkeldurr Fighting Magical Leaf Dynamic Punch
Breloom Grass & Fighting Counter Dynamic Punch
Machamp Fighting Counter Dynamic Punch
Galarian Zapdos Fighting & Flying Counter Close Combat
Roserade Grass & Poison Razor Leaf Grass Knot
Sirfetch’d Fighting Counter Close Combat
Rillaboom Grass Razor Leaf Grass Knot

Raid Strategies and Tips

While Water and Steel types are super-effective, Regirock's diverse moveset (potentially including Stone Edge, Zap Cannon, and Earthquake) can negate this advantage. Prioritize counters resistant to or neutrally affected by these attacks. Remember, Shadow Pokémon boast a 20% Attack boost but a 20% Defense reduction. High-DPS movesets are crucial for timely victories. Utilize Same-Type Attack Bonuses (STAB) for an additional 20% damage increase. Aim for a raid team of at least four Level 40+ players; larger teams (up to 20) are even better.

Raid Dates and Shiny Chances

Shadow Regirock raids are scheduled for every weekend in February 2025:

  • February 1st-2nd
  • February 8th-9th
  • February 15th-16th
  • February 22nd-23rd

There's a chance to encounter a Shiny Shadow Regirock (approximately 1 in 20 odds).

Prepare your team, and good luck conquering Shadow Regirock!

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