The emergence of Ghost Tyranitar in the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet 7-star Tera Raids has created a buzz among players, making a comprehensive guide essential for success. This formidable Gen II pseudo-Legendary will be featured in Black Crystal Raids during two separate periods: from midnight UTC on March 28, 2025, to 11:59 PM UTC on March 30, 2025, and again from midnight UTC on April 4, 2025, to 11:59 PM UTC on April 6, 2025.
For an effective strategy to counter Ghost Tyranitar, including its strengths and weaknesses, refer to our detailed guide below.
Understanding Ghost Tyranitar: Moves, Abilities, and Raid Dynamics
Key Attributes
- Tera Type: Ghost
- Ability: Sand Stream
- IVs: 31 in all stats
- Nature: Adamant (boosts Attack, reduces Special Attack)
- Moves: Stone Edge, Shadow Claw, Crunch, Earthquake, Focus Energy, Dragon Dance
Raid Behavior Insights
- Focus Energy: Used 99% of the time
- Status and Stats Reset: 85% likelihood
- Tera Energy Shield: Occurs at 80% HP
- Another Stats Reset: 79% of the time
- Dragon Dance: Triggered at 75% HP and again at 65% HP
- Final Stats Reset: At 40% HP
Ghost Tyranitar Weaknesses and Recommended Strategies
Effective Attack Types Against Ghost Tyranitar
Ghost Tyranitar is particularly vulnerable to:
- Ghost Types
- Dark Types
To enhance your chances during the 7-star Tyranitar raids, consider these tactical suggestions:
- Bring Allies with Intimidate: Utilizing more Pokemon with Intimidate can significantly reduce Tyranitar’s physical attack potential.
- Maximize Your Attack Power: As Tyranitar boasts strong defense, ensure your stats are optimized before engaging this powerful opponent.
Top Counters for Ghost Tyranitar in 7-star Tera Raids
Krookodile
- Tera Type: Dark / Stellar
- Ability: Anger Point
- Held Item: Shell Bell
- Nature: Adamant
- EV Spread: 4 HP / 252 Attack / 252 Defense
- Moveset: Bulk Up, Breaking Swipe, Power Trip, Taunt
Crawdaunt
- Tera Type: Dark
- Ability: Shell Armor
- Held Item: Shell Bell
- Nature: Adamant
- EV Spread: 252 HP / 4 Attack / 252 Defense
- Moveset: Crunch, Iron Defense, Swords Dance, Taunt
Primeape
- Tera Type: Ghost
- Ability: Anger Point
- Held Item: Shell Bell
- Nature: Adamant
- EV Spread: 252 HP / 4 Attack / 252 Defense
- Moveset: Taunt, Rage Fist
Torterra
- Tera Type: Dark
- Ability: Shell Armor
- Held Item: Shell Bell
- Nature: Adamant
- EV Spread: 4 HP / 252 Attack / 252 Defense
- Moveset: Iron Defense, Swords Dance, Protect, Crunch
Each of these Pokemon can effectively challenge the Ghost Tyranitar in the 7-star Tera Raids. After conquering this formidable foe, players will have the opportunity to capture it, complete with the coveted Mightiest Mark, in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.