Everything you need to take on Shadow Regigigas in Pokémon GO.
Shadow Regigigas is in Pokémon GO Shadow Raids from 2 p.m until 5 p.m. on May 17, giving Trainers a great chance to try and get the best possible Regigigas in the game. There are some special event bonuses, including additional free Raid Passes, boosted shiny odds as well as a raise to the Shadow IV floor.
Shadow Regigigas is the single best Normal-type Pokémon in the game. Sadly, Normal-type Pokémon aren't that useful but this is still a great addition for your collection.
Here's everything you need to know to take on Shadow Regigigas in Pokémon GO.
Best Shadow Regigigas counters in Pokémon GO:
Shadow Regigigas has a single weakness to Fighting-type moves in Pokémon GO.
 Mega Lucario Force Palm & Aura Sphere |  Mega Rayquaza Dragon Tail & Dragon Ascent |  Mega Heracross Counter & Upper Hand |  Terrakion Double Kick & Sacred Sword |  Marshadow Counter & Close Combat |  Dusk Mane Necrozma Psycho Cut & Sunsteel Strike |  Mega Gallade Low Kick & Close Combat |  Annihilape Counter & Close Combat |  Virizion Double Kick & Sacred Sword |  Coballion Double Kick & Sacred Sword |  Buzzwole Counter & Superpower |  Conkeldurr Counter & Dynamic Punch |
With just one weakness, naturally the best Shadow Regigigas counters are almost all Fighting-type Pokémon. Some non-Fighting types do appear, purely because these are so powerful that they still do a lot of damage. These are Mega Rayquaza and Dusk Mane Necrozma.
The best Pokémon for this Shadow Raid is without a doubt Mega Lucario. Thankfully, this Pokémon appeared in Mega Raids recently so a lot of Trainers should have this avaliable.
In addition, other great options include Terrakion, Mega Heracross, Marshadow and Annihilape. All of these have also appeared in the game over the last few months. This means that getting a team together to take on Shadow Regigigas in Raids should be accessible. Budget options include Conkeldurr.
Can Shadow Regigigas be shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes, Shadow Regigigas can be shiny in Pokémon GO with boosted shiny odds during this event.
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Mega Evolutions to get you more Regigigas candy in Pokémon GO
Mega Evolutions can help you get more candy and XL candy with every catch. Having a mega level 3 active that boosts candy for Normal-types will give you an extra 2 candy per catch, as well as a 25% bonus to your XL candy chance.
Here are the Pokémon you can Mega Evolve for more Shadow Regigigas candy:
- Lopunny
- Kangaskhan
- Pidgeot
- Audino
How many trainers do I need to beat Shadow Regigigas in Pokémon GO?
Shadow Pokémon do a lot of damage in Pokémon GO, especially when they are engraged. You'll need Purified Gems to calm Shadow Regigigas down and make this Raid easier.
To beat Shadow Regigigas in Pokémon GO you need at least four Trainers. Ideally aim for a group of at least six. Lower level Trainers will want to have eight or more.
What is the Shadow Regigigas Pokémon GO 100% IV hundo CP?
Here are the hundo CP values to look out for when encountering Shadow Regigigas:
- 2483 CP
- 3104 CP (Weather boosted)
Weather Effects:
Weather boost can help you save candy, get better IVs and benefit from power boosts on your team. Here are the weather effects to keep an eye on when taking on these raids.
Weather | Pro | Con |
|---|---|---|
| Sunny | - | - |
| Windy | - | - |
| Partly Cloudy | Shadow Regigigas will be a higher CP when caught. | Shadow Regigigas' Normal-type attacks will do more damage. |
| Cloudy | Your Fighting-type attacks will be boosted. | - |
| Snow | - | - |
| Rainy | - | - |
| Fog | - | - |
Keep your eyes peeled for Partly Cloudy weather, as this will give you a much higher CP Shadow Regigigas after your Raid.
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