Conquer the Shadow Regirock Raid in Pokémon GO!
Shadow Regirock returns to Pokémon GO as a formidable 5-Star Shadow Raid boss. This guide details its weaknesses, optimal counters, and raid strategies 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). Avoid using these types in your raid team.
Top Counters for Shadow Regirock
Prioritize high-Attack Grass and Fighting-types. The top ten counters, along with their optimal movesets, are:
| 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 movepool (potentially including Stone Edge, Zap Cannon, and Earthquake) can neutralize their advantage. Focus on counters resistant to or neutrally affected by these attacks.
Remember: Shadow Pokémon have a 20% Attack boost but a 20% Defense reduction. High-DPS counters are crucial for timely raid completion. Utilize Same-Type Attack Bonuses (STAB) for an additional 20% damage increase.
Team up with at least four Level 40+ players for a higher success rate. Larger raid groups (up to 20 players) significantly improve your chances.
Shadow Regirock Raid Dates
The 5-Star Shadow Regirock Raid is available throughout February 2025 weekends:
- February 1st-2nd
- February 8th-9th
- February 15th-16th
- February 22nd-23rd
Shiny Shadow Regirock
Yes, Shiny Shadow Regirock is possible! The odds are approximately 1 in 20.
Stay updated on the complete Pokémon GO event schedule for February 2025 to plan your raids effectively.
