Introduction of Paldean Tauros (Blaze Breed) in Pokémon GO promises to excite trainers as this creature, hailing from the Paldea region and exclusive to Scarlet and Violet, makes its debut in the game. Players can catch the Blaze Breed version through 3-star raid battles from April 3, 2025, at 10 AM local time until April 7, 2025, at 8 PM local time. This time frame coincides with the Stunning Styles event, which also features the other two forms of Paldean Tauros: Combat and Aqua.
The Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros presents a formidable challenge with higher combat power and proficiency in moves that prove effective against diverse types. To prepare adequately, trainers should refer to a Pokémon GO Paldean Tauros raid guide to understand its weaknesses, optimal counters, and shiny availability.
Understanding Paldean Tauros (Blaze Breed) Weaknesses
Effective Counters Against Paldean Tauros in Pokémon GO
The Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros is categorized as a Fighting- and Fire-type Pokémon, making it susceptible to Flying-, Ground-, Psychic-, and Water-type attacks. Effectively exploiting these weaknesses is crucial for a successful raid.
Stats and Moveset of Blaze Breed Tauros
As a three-star raid boss, Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros has the following statistics:
- Combat Power: 19,470
- Attack: 210
- Defense: 193
- Stamina: 3,600 HP
- Fast Attacks: Tackle, Zen Headbutt, Double Kick
- Charged Attacks: Earthquake, Iron Head, Flame Charge, Trailblaze
Trainers should be aware that the Blaze Breed variant experiences enhanced power during Cloudy and Sunny weather. However, battles can be conducted in any conditions, with a maximum duration of 180 seconds to defeat it.
Optimal Counters for Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros Raids
Successful raids against Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros can be achieved using various powerful Pokémon, which capitalize on its vulnerabilities to maximize damage.
Flying-type Counters
- Mega Rayquaza: Air Slash and Dragon Ascent
- Shadow Salamence: Dragon Tail and Fly
- Shadow Moltres: Wing Attack and Sky Attack
- Shadow Staraptor: Gust and Fly
- Yveltal: Gust and Oblivion Wing
- Mega Pidgeot: Gust and Brave Bird
Ground-type Counters
- Primal Groudon: Mud Shot and Precipice Blades
- Mega Garchomp: Mud Shot and Earth Power
- Therian Forme Landorus: Mud Shot and Sandsear Storm
- Shadow Excadrill: Mud-Slap and Scorching Sands
- Shadow Rhyperior: Mud-Slap and Earth Power
- Shadow Mamoswine: Mud-Slap and High Horsepower
Psychic-type Counters
- Shadow Mewtwo: Confusion and Psystrike
- Mega Alakazam: Confusion and Psychic
- Shadow Latios: Zen Headbutt and Psychic
- Hoopa Unbound: Confusion and Psychic
- Shadow Metagross: Zen Headbutt and Psychic
- Shadow Latias: Zen Headbutt and Psychic
Water-type Counters
- Mega Blastoise: Water Gun and Hydro Cannon
- Shadow Gyarados: Waterfall and Hydro Pump
- Kyogre: Waterfall and Origin Pulse
- Shadow Kingler: Bubble and Crabhammer
- Shadow Samurott: Waterfall and Hydro Cannon
To identify the best counters in your Pokémon collection, utilize the following search strings:
- Flying&@Flying&cp2000-
- Psychic&@Psychic&cp2000-
- Water&@Water&cp2000-
- Ground&@Ground&cp2000-
Is It Possible to Solo Defeat Blaze Breed Tauros?
Yes, trainers can indeed take down Blaze Breed Tauros solo, especially leveraging strong counters like Mega Rayquaza.
Raid Catch CP and Shiny Availability for Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros
- No Weather Boost: 1,546 CP – 1,621 CP (at Level 20 with IVs of 10/10/10 – 15/15/15)
- Weather Boosted (Rain and Windy): 1,932 CP – 2,026 CP (at Level 25 with IVs of 10/10/10 – 15/15/15)
100% IV CPs from Pokémon GO Paldean Tauros (Blaze Breed) Raids
- No Weather Boost: 1,621 CP
- Weather Boosted (Rain and Windy): 2,026 CP
Shiny Variant Availability of Paldean Tauros in Pokémon GO
During the Stunning Styles event, only the Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros will appear, and unfortunately, its shiny form will not be available this time.
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