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 counters to help you defeat this powerful Rock-type Pokémon.
Shadow Regirock's Strengths and Weaknesses
Shadow Regirock, like its standard form, is a pure Rock-type. This means it's weak to Ground, Steel, Fighting, Grass, and Water-type attacks (160% super effective damage). Conversely, it resists Normal, Poison, Flying, and Fire-type moves (63% damage). Strategize accordingly!
Top Counters for Shadow Regirock
Maximize your damage output by utilizing Pokémon with high Attack stats and moves that exploit Regirock's weaknesses. Here are ten excellent choices, along with their optimal movesets:
| 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, Shadow Regirock's diverse movepool (potentially including Stone Edge, Zap Cannon, and Earthquake) can neutralize their advantage. Prioritize counters resistant to these attacks or those that take neutral damage.
Remember: Shadow Pokémon have a 20% Attack boost but a 20% Defense reduction. Focus on high DPS movesets to overcome this. Utilize Same-Type Attack Bonuses (STAB) for an additional 20% damage increase.
For optimal success, assemble a raid team of at least four Level 40+ players. Larger teams (up to 20 players) significantly increase your chances of victory.
Raid Dates and Shiny Chances
Shadow Regirock raids are available throughout February 2025, specifically on these weekends:
- February 1st-2nd
- February 8th-9th
- February 15th-16th
- February 22nd-23rd
There's a chance to encounter a Shiny Shadow Regirock! The Shiny rate for 5-Star Raid bosses is approximately 1 in 20.
Good luck, trainers! Prepare your team and conquer Shadow Regirock!
