Event Overview
- Garchomp the Unrivaled will be featured in the upcoming Seven-Star Tera Raid dens in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
- The event spans two sets of dates: May 22-25 and May 29 – June 1.
- Trainers who successfully defeat Garchomp will earn the prestigious Mightiest Mark.
- Despite its formidable power, Garchomp is vulnerable to Water, Grass, and Ice-type attacks.
The latest announcement from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet reveals that Garchomp the Unrivaled will soon challenge trainers in a high-stakes Seven-Star Tera Raid battle. This event offers players two distinct occasions to confront and potentially capture a level 100 Garchomp, a well-respected competitor in the Pokémon universe.
As the Mach Pokémon, Garchomp holds a prestigious title within the series, especially recognized from its iconic appearances in Pokemon Diamond and Pearl. Evolved from Gible and Gabite, Garchomp boasts a dual-type classification of Ground and Dragon. It is notably associated with Cynthia, the illustrious Pokémon League Champion from the Sinnoh region. Garchomp excels in physical attack and HP, making it capable of executing powerful moves like Earthquake, Outrage, and Poison Jab with remarkable effectiveness. Given its adaptability and strength, Garchomp is a favored choice among competitive players.
Following the conclusion of the Metagross Tera Raid event, trainers will have a short period to prepare for their encounter with Garchomp. According to insights from Serebii.net, the formidable Pokémon will make its debut on May 22, starting at 8:00 PM Eastern and concluding on May 25 at 7:59 PM Eastern. For those unable to participate in the first event, a second chance will occur from May 29 to June 1, adhering to the same timings. During these raids, Garchomp will flex its Ground-type Tera as part of its battle strategy.
Garchomp Tera Raid Details in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (Late May 2025)
Serebii Update: The next 7 Star Tera Raid Battle has been fully revealed. Battle against Ground Tera Type Garchomp. Runs from May 23rd through May 25th and again a week later from May 30th to June 1st Details @ https://t.co/gDbXkHSvkT pic.twitter.com/0Rs4btj8F1 — Serebii.net (@SerebiiNet) May 18, 2025
In keeping with the trend of potent pseudo-legendaries featured in Tera Raid events, Garchomp will possess two achievable abilities: Sand Veil and Rough Skin. Sand Veil enhances its evasion rate in the midst of a Sandstorm, while Rough Skin inflicts damage on physical attackers. Players can counteract these abilities by utilizing weather-altering moves such as Rain Dance or opting for special attacks to mitigate damage. Nevertheless, Garchomp remains a formidable battler, capable of unleashing devastating hits with strong physical moves like Earthquake and Dragon Claw.
Trainers should note that despite Garchomp’s power, it has inherent weaknesses against Water, Grass, and Ice-type moves. This weakness opens a realm of strategic possibilities for players. Recommended counters against Garchomp include robust Water-type Pokémon such as Kyogre, Quagsire, Vaporeon, and the Wash Form of Rotom. As trainers devise their strategies, it will be intriguing to witness the innovative approaches they take against Garchomp the Unrivaled.