Dominate Shadow Regirock Raids with Expert Tips

Author: Emma Feb 25,2025

Conquer the Shadow Regirock in Pokémon GO!

Shadow Regirock returns to Pokémon GO as a formidable 5-Star Shadow Raid boss. This guide provides strategies to 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% damage). Conversely, it resists Normal, Poison, Flying, and Fire-type moves (63% damage). Strategize accordingly; avoid using these resistant types.

Optimal Counters for Shadow Regirock

The best counters to Shadow Regirock in Pokemon GO: Tsareena, Kartana, and Phermosa

Image via Niantic/The Pokemon Company

High-attack Grass and Fighting types are your best bet. Here's a breakdown of top counters and 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, Regirock's diverse moveset (potentially including Stone Edge, Zap Cannon, and Earthquake) can negate 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. High-DPS movesets are crucial for a swift victory. Utilize Same-Type Attack Bonuses (STAB) for an additional 20% damage boost.

Ideally, assemble a raid team of at least four Level 40+ players. Larger groups (up to 20) significantly increase your chances of success.

Raid Dates and Shiny Odds

Shadow Regirock raids are available throughout February 2025, specifically on:

  • 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).

Good luck, trainers! Prepare your team and conquer Shadow Regirock!