Pokemon Go Stakataka Raid Guide: Weaknesses & best counters
NIANTICSome of the missing Ultra Beasts are finally making their debut in Pokemon Go in Ultra Space Wonders. For those looking to challenge Stakataka, here are the Pokemon’s weaknesses and best counters to easily defeat it in battle.
Ultra Beasts are very weird-looking creatures introduced to the Alolan region in 2017 when Pokemon Sun & Moon came out.
As some were still missing from Pokemon Go, Niantic decided to add Blacephalon and Stakataka to the game with the upcoming Ultra Space Wonders event.
From May 23, 2024, until June 1, 2024, players from the Eastern Hemisphere will have a chance to catch Stakataka, so here’s all you need to know.
Contents
- Stakataka weaknesses in Pokemon Go
- Stakataka counters in Pokemon Go
- How to get Stakataka in Pokemon Go
- Can Stakataka be Shiny in Pokemon Go?
Stakataka weaknesses in Pokemon Go
As a dual Rock/Steel-type Ultra Beast, Stakataka is weak to Water-type moves with a double weakness to Ground and Fighting-type attacks, so keep that in mind when building your team.
Nonetheless, its incredible type combination makes Stakataka resistant to many types, such as Rock, Bug, Psychic, Ice, Dragon, Fairy, Normal, Flying, and Poison-type attacks. Therefore, avoid using those at all costs, as they won’t hurt much.
Stakataka counters in Pokemon Go
Here are some of the best counters you can use during the battle:
| POKEMON | BEST MOVESET | |
|---|---|---|
| Primal Groudon |  | Mud Shot & Precipice Blades |
| Mega Garchomp |  | Mud Shot & Earth Power |
| Mega Heracross |  | Counter & Close Combat |
| Mega Blaziken |  | Counter & Focus Blast |
| Shadow Excadrill |  | Mud-Slap & Scorching Sands |
| Shadow Machamp |  | Counter & Dynamic Punch |
| Terrakion |  | Double Kick & Sacred Sword |
| Keldeo |  | Low Kick & Sacred Sword |
| Lucario |  | Counter & Aura Sphere |
| Conkeldurr |  | Counter & Dynamic Punch |
The list above includes Megas, Legendaries, Shadow, and common Pokemon, so there should be something for trainers of all levels.
However, even though the creatures listed are very effective against Stakataka, they still need to be leveled up and know the proper moves if you want to win the encounter.
How to get Stakataka in Pokemon Go
Like every other Ultra Beast, the only way to catch Stakataka in Pokemon Go is by defeating it in a 5-Star Raid battle.
Luckily for trainers, Stakataka will appear as a Raid Boss during the Ultra Space Wonders event from May 23, 2024, until June 1, 2024. However, its availability is restricted to the Eastern Hemisphere, as Blacephalon will appear in the Western Hemisphere.
Additionally, it will be featured in the Raid Hour on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (Eastern Hemisphere) from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM local time.
The Pokemon CompanyCan Stakataka be Shiny in Pokemon Go?
No, Stakataka’s Shiny variation will not be available in Pokemon Go during its debut, so Shiny hunters will have to wait until another event unlocks it.
Once Shiny Stakataka is introduced into the game, players will be able to spot it in seconds, as its whole body transforms from stone to gold.
That’s all you need to know about Stakataka in Pokemon Go. For more game content, check the list below:
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