Blacephalon Raid Guide: Taking on the Ultra Beast
Blacephalon, the Fire and Ghost type Ultra Beast, is a formidable 5-Star Raid boss in Pokémon GO. With its unique typing, Blacephalon is weak to Dark, Water, Ghost, Rock, and Ground types, making it essential to bring along Pokémon of these types to battle. While Shiny Blacephalon is not yet available in the game, trainers in the Western Hemisphere can challenge this elusive Ultra Beast in raids.
When facing off against Blacephalon, trainers can encounter it within the following CP ranges:
– 1797 – 1884 CP at Level 20 for a 100% IV Blacephalon
– 2246 – 2355 CP during Sunny or Foggy weather at Level 25 for a 100% IV Blacephalon
Blacephalon is known for its high attack stat, fitting into the glass cannon category. It is recommended to have at least 2-5 Trainers working together to defeat this powerful opponent. Be prepared for Blacephalon to deliver strong attacks throughout the battle.
To effectively take down Blacephalon, trainers can utilize a variety of top counters:
1. Kyogre (Primal) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse
2. Groudon (Primal) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades
3. Tyranitar (Mega) with Bite and Brutal Swing
4. Swampert (Mega) with Water Gun and Hydro Cannon
5. Tyranitar (Shadow) with Bite and Brutal Swing
In addition to knowing the best counters, understanding Blacephalon's moveset is crucial in planning your strategy. Blacephalon can employ the following moves:
– Fast Moves: Astonish (Ghost) and Incinerate (Fire)
– Charge Moves: Overheat (Fire), Mystical Fire (Fire), and Shadow Ball (Ghost)
With an ATK stat of 315, DEF stat of 148, and HP stat of 142, Blacephalon presents a tough challenge for Trainers to overcome. Knowing its weaknesses to Dark, Ghost, Ground, and Rock types can help in formulating a winning battle plan.
Trainers, gear up with your strongest Pokémon and take on the Ultra Beast Blacephalon in raids. Show off your battling skills and capture this elusive Fire and Ghost type Raid boss. Good luck on your raid adventures in Pokémon GO!
