Shadow Regirock is making a triumphant return to *Pokemon GO* as a formidable 5-Star Shadow Raid boss. As a Hoenn Legendary, it boasts multiple vulnerabilities that players can capitalize on to secure victory. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to conquer this powerful Rock-type and all the essential details about its raid.
Shadow Regirock’s Weaknesses & Resistances in Pokemon GO
Much like its standard form in *Pokemon GO*, Shadow Regirock remains a pure Rock-type, making it susceptible to Ground-, Steel-, Fighting-, Grass-, and Water-type moves, all of which deliver 160% super-effective damage.
Despite its array of weaknesses, Shadow Regirock is resistant to Normal-, Poison-, Flying-, and Fire-type attacks, which only deal 63% damage. For the best chance at defeating this 5-Star boss within the allotted time, ensure your team avoids these types of moves.
Best Counters for Shadow Regirock in Pokémon GO
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The top ten counters for Shadow Regirock in *Pokemon GO* include high-Attack Grass- and Fighting-types such as Kartana, Conkeldurr, and Pheromosa. Below is a detailed table listing these counters 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 |
Tips & Tricks for Regirock Raid in Pokemon GO
While it's tempting to opt for other super-effective types like Water and Steel, Regirock's diverse moveset can quickly counter them. Shadow Regirock's possible attacks include Rock-type moves like Stone Edge, the Electric-type Zap Cannon, and the Ground-type Earthquake. Prioritize counters that are resistant to these moves or take them as neutral damage.
A unique aspect of 5-Star Shadow Raid bosses like Regirock is that Shadow Pokemon have a 20% increase in Attack but a 20% decrease in Defense. Utilizing counters with high-DPS movesets should help you and your raid party to quickly diminish the boss’s health within the time limit.
To maximize damage output against Shadow Regirock, deploy Pokemon with moves that match their type to benefit from a 20% STAB (same-type attack bonus).
For the best chance at defeating Shadow Regirock, assemble a team of at least four other players at Level 40 or above. The more players you have, up to the maximum of 20, the better your chances of success.
Shadow Regirock Pokémon Go Raid Dates
The 5-Star Regirock Shadow Raid will be accessible in *Pokemon GO* during weekends in February 2025. You can participate on the following dates:
- Saturday, February 1
- Sunday, February 2
- Saturday, February 8
- Sunday, February 9
- Saturday, February 15
- Sunday, February 16
- Saturday, February 22
- Sunday, February 23
Can Shadow Regirock Be Shiny in Pokemon GO?
Yes, Shadow Regirock can now appear as a Shiny in *Pokemon GO*. After defeating it, there's a chance you'll encounter a differently colored version.
The odds of encountering a Shiny 5-Star Raid boss in *Pokemon GO* are approximately 1 in 20. This means you may need several attempts to find one, but perseverance could pay off.
Now that you're equipped with the knowledge to defeat Shadow Regirock, don't forget to explore the full Pokemon GO event schedule for February 2025 to see what other exciting events are on the horizon.
