Pokemon Go Blacephalon Raid Guide: Weaknesses & best counters
NIANTICUltra Beasts collectors can add Blacephalon to their teams as it will finally debut in Pokemon Go during Ultra Space Wonders. Here are the best counters to target Blacephalon’s weaknesses during the encounter.
The extradimensional creatures known as Ultra Beasts were introduced to the franchise in Pokemon Sun & Moon and have been making their way to Pokemon Go since 2022.
With the Inbound from Ultra Space event, players from the Western Hemisphere can challenge Blacephalon from July 11, 2024, until July 12, 2024. So, if you’re planning on battling this dual Fire/Ghost-type Ultra Beast in the mobile game, here’s all you need to know.
Blacephalon weaknesses in Pokemon Go
As a dual Fire/Ghost-type Pokemon, Blacephalon is weak to Ground, Rock, Ghost, Water, and Dark-type moves, so you must build your team with those types in mind.
However, its particular type combination gives Blacephalon plenty of resistances you need to look out for. The Ultra Beast is resistant to Poison, Steel, Fire, Grass, Ice, Fairy, Normal, Fighting, and Bug-type attacks, so avoid using those at all costs, as they won’t do much damage.
Blacephalon counters in Pokemon Go
Here are some of the best counters you can use during the battle:
| POKEMON | BEST MOVESET | |
|---|---|---|
| Primal Kyogre |  | Waterfall & Origin Pulse |
| Primal Groudon |  | Mud Shot & Precipice Blades |
| Mega Tyranitar |  | Bite & Brutal Swing |
| Mega Swampert |  | Water Gun & Hydro Cannon |
| Mega Gengar |  | Lick & Shadow Ball |
| Shadow Rampardos |  | Smack Down & Rock Slide |
| Shadow Rhyperior |  | Mud-Slap & Rock Wrecker |
| Giratina Origin Forme |  | Shadow Claw & Shadow Force |
| Hydreigon |  | Bite & Brutal Swing |
| Greninja |  | Water Shuriken & Hydro Cannon |
The list includes Megas, Legendaries, Shadow, and more common Pokemon, so there should be something for trainers of all levels.
However, even though the creatures listed are very effective against Blacephalon, they still need to be leveled up and know the proper moves if you want to win the battle.
How to get Blacephalon in Pokemon Go
As an Ultra Beast, the only way to catch Blacephalon in Pokemon Go is by defeating it in a 5-Star Raid battle.
Luckily for trainers, Blacephalon will appear as a Raid Boss during the Inbound from Ultra Space event from July 11, 2024, until July 12, 2024. However, its availability is restricted to the Western Hemisphere, as Stakataka will appear in the Eastern Hemisphere.
Additionally, it will be featured in the Raid Hour on July 11, 2024 (Western Hemisphere) from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM local time.
The Pokemon CompanyCan Blacephalon be Shiny in Pokemon Go?
No, Shiny Blacephalon is not currently available in Pokemon Go, so Shiny hunters will have to wait for another event to unlock this variation.
Blacephalon is one of the weirdest-looking creatures in the franchise, and players will be able to spot its Shiny version easily as its white body goes electric blue.
While you wait for the Inbound from Ultra Space event, check out the current Raid bosses in Pokemon Go and our Spotlight Hour schedule.