Regirock will appear in Raids from June 1 through June 17, 2021.
The Regi Trio: Regirock, Regice, and Registeel are coming back to Pokémon Go Legendary Raids for two weeks this June. You'll have plenty of opportunities to catch all three, and if you're lucky, you might even catch a Shiny one! Read ahead for everything you need to know to beat Regirock and be sure to check out our best Pokémon Go accessories so you can be fully equipped for your Pokémon Journey!
Who are the Legendary Titans and Regirock in Pokémon Go?
The Legendary Titans are six golem-like Pokémon with a single type each. The first three, Regirock, Regice, and Registeel were originally encountered in the Hoenn region of Gen III. The fourth, Regigigas, didn't show up until the Sinnoh region of Gen IV, and two more, Regielecki and Regidrago were introduced in the Crown Tundra DLC for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield.
Only the original three will be coming back to Pokémon Go this time, but with the introduction of more Mega Pokémon and lots of new Shadow Pokémon, there are a number of winning strategies for Trainers who can coordinate these Raids.
What are the best counters?
As a pure Rock type, Regirock takes double damage from Fighting, Ground, Steel, Water, and Grass type attacks. It is capable of dealing Rock, Fighting, Normal, and Electric type damage. If it is possible to do so safely, coordinate with your fellow Raiders to focus on Water or Grass types with Mega Blastoise or Mega Venusaur and you'll be golden. If you cannot coordinate safely or don't have the Mega Energy to spare, there are still plenty of winning teams.
Mega Blastoise
The Mega Evolution of Gen I's Water starter, Mega Blastoise is the number one non-Shadow counter in this Raid, despite taking double damage from Regirock's potential move Zap Cannon. If you can match him up with teams of Water types, you will leave Regirock in shambles. Whether Mega, Shadow, or just standard, you'll want your Blastoise to know Water Gun and Hydro Cannon.
Metagross
Trailing only slightly behind Mega Blastoise is the pseudo-Legendary Steel and Psychic type, Metagross. Even though its Mega Evolution hasn't made its Pokémon Go debut (and Arceus help us when it does!) Metagross shines. It's Shadow forme actually out performs even Mega Blastoise. Metagross has no weaknesses that Regirock can exploit and it takes only half damage from Rock and Normal type attacks. Thanks to being featured in a number of events, Community Day, and as a Shadow Pokémon, most players have plenty already powered up. You'll want your Metagross to know Bullet Punch and the Community Day exclusive charged move, Meteor Mash.
Mega Venusaur
Another Mega Evolved starter, Mega Venusaur performs remarkably well against Regirock while boosting other Grass type attackers. A Grass and Poison type, Mega Venusaur doesn't have any weaknesses that Regirock can exploit and takes half damage from Fighting and Electric type attacks. Whether you're bringing a Mega Venusaur, Shadow Venusaur, or just the standard Venusaur, you'll want it to know Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant.
Conkeldurr
A Fighting type introduced in the Gen V Unova region, Conkeldurr performs great against Regirock in a vacuum. It takes half damage from Rock type attacks and has no weaknesses the Rock Titan can exploit. However until we get a Mega Evolved Fighting type, Conkeldurr should only be brought to this Raid if you can't coordinate using Mega Blastoise or Mega Venusaur. Conkeldurr's first stage, Timburr has become a little more common, being featured in Raids and during events, and Conkeldurr benefits from Trade Evolution, leaving lots of extra Candies for powering up. Counter and Dynamic Punch is the moveset you'll want your Conkeldurr to know for this fight.
Mega Gyarados
Although Mega Blastoise performs considerably better, Mega Gyarados is still a beast in this Raid. As a Water and Dark type, it takes increased damage from Electric and Fighting type attacks, so it doesn't last quite as long, but it will still boost the other Water type Pokémon on the field. If you are bringing Mega Gyarados to this fight, you'll want it to know Waterfall and Hydro Pump.
Lucario
Originally encountered in the Sinnoh region of Gen IV, Lucario also performs well against Regirock in a vacuum. Once Lucario or Metagross have their Mega Evolutions unlocked, both will out perform Mega Blastoise, but until then, Lucario is great if you can't coordinate for the Mega boost. Lucario takes half damage from Regirock's Normal attack and quarter damage from its Rock type attacks, but double damage from its Fighting type attacks. Unfortunately, the only way to get Lucario is by evolving its baby stage, Riolu and Riolu is incredibly rare, only hatching from a select few Eggs. Still, if you have Lucario, Counter and Aura Sphere is the moveset you'll want it to know.
Landorus (Therian forme)
One of the Unovan Forces of Nature, Landorus is a Legendary Pokémon with multiple formes. For this Raid, you'll want the newer Therian forme. Fortunately, both formes use the same Candy and Landorus has been in Raids a number of times, as well as featured as a Pokémon Go Battle League reward encounter. As a Ground and Flying type, it has no weaknesses Regirock can exploit and it resists both Electric and Fighting type attacks. Mud Shot and Earthquake is the moveset you'll want your Landorus to know for this fight.
Kyogre
The Legendary Mascot of Pokémon Sapphire, Kyogre does great against Regirock, especially when boosted by Mega Blastoise. As a pure Water type, Kyogre does take double damage from Zap Cannon, but isn't weak to the rest of Regirock's attacks. It's also been available many times so most Trainers already have at least one powered up. Waterfall and Surf is the moveset you'll want your Kyogre to know for this Raid.
Excadrill
Originally discovered in the Unova region of Gen V, Excadrill can perform well against Regirock. As a Ground and Steel type, Excadrill resists Normal, Rock, and Electric attacks, but takes double damage from Fighting. Its first stage, Drillbur is a common enough spawn and has been featured in events as well, so most Trainers have the Candy to spare for powering up Excadrill. You'll want Mud-Slap for the fast attack and Drill Run for the charged attack.
Dialga
Last but not least is the mascot for Pokémon Diamond, Dialga. A Legendary Steel and Dragon type, Dialga takes increased damage from Regirock's Fighting attack, but resists the rest of the Rock Titan's attacks. Unfortunately, Dialga had very limited availability with a single run in Raids and a spot during Pokémon Go Fest 2020, so many players don't even have one, much less the Candy to power it up. However, if you have it, it's a great pick for this Raid, especially if you cannot coordinate the use of Mega Evolved Pokémon with your fellow Raiders. If you're bringing Dialga to this fight, Metal Claw and Iron Head are the best moves.
Back ups?
Although most players will be able to make a team of the best counters, if you're finding a gap in your team, there are plenty of back ups who work well in larger groups. Just make sure you're dodging and any of the following could be a decent back up:
- Kingler with Bubble and Crabhammer
- Clawitzer with Water Gun and Crabhammer
- Chesnaught with Vine Whip and Solar Beam
- Pangoro with Low Kick and Cross Combat
- Greninja with Bubble and Surf
- Machamp with Counter and Dynamic Punch
- Swampert with Mud Shot and Hydro Cannon
- Torterra with Razor Leaf and Frenzy Plant
- Hariyama with Counter and Dynamic Punch
- Tangrowth with Vine Whip and Power Whip
- Venusaur with Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant
- Exeggutor with Bullet Seed and Solar Beam
- Victreebel with Razor Leaf and Leaf Blade
- Alakazam with Counter and Focus Blast
- Mamoswine with Mud-Slap and Bulldoze
- Gyarados with Waterfall and Aqua Tail
- Aggron with Iron Tail and Heavy Slam
Shadow Pokémon
The rebalance of Shadow Pokémon rescued from Team GO Rocket make them excellent glass cannons. Not only are their stats boosted, but during special events or with Elite TMs, it's possible to change their moves. If you happen to have any of the following Pokémon with the right moveset, they will work very well in this Raid:
- Shadow Metagross with Bullet Punch and Meteor Mash
- Shadow Machamp with Karate Chop and Dynamic Punch
- Shadow Swampert with Mud Shot and Hydro Cannon
- Shadow Torterra with Razor Leaf and Frenzy Plant
- Shadow Hariyama with Counter and Dynamic Punch
- Shadow Tangrowth with Vine Whip and Power Whip
- Shadow Venusaur with Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant
- Shadow Exeggutor with Bullet Seed and Solar Beam
- Shadow Victreebel with Razor Leaf and Leaf Blade
- Shadow Alakazam with Counter and Focus Blast
- Shadow Mamoswine with Mud-Slap and Bulldoze
- Shadow Gyarados with Waterfall and Aqua Tail
- Shadow Tangela with Vine Whip and Power Whip
- Shadow Aggron with Iron Tail and Heavy Slam
Note: Shadow Metagross outperforms every other Pokémon in the best counters list. Shadow Machamp, Shadow Swampert, Shadow Torterra, Shadow Hariyama, Shadow Tangrowth, Shadow Venusaur, Shadow Exeggutor, and Shadow Victreebel also perform on par with the other best counters. If you are able to coordinate the use of Mega Blastoise, Mega Gyarados, or Mega Venusaur, they will boost Water or Grass types respectively, making some Shadow Pokémon perform even better.
How many players does it take to beat Regirock?
With the best possible counters, two high level players can take out Regirock alone; however, if you're lacking the best counters or are a lower level, you may need four or five Trainers.
Weather conditions that can impact this Raid include:
- Partly Cloudy weather will boost Regirock's Rock and Normal type attacks.
- Rain will boost its Electric type attack and your Water type counters.
- Cloudy weather will boost both Regirock's Fighting type attacks and your Fighting type counters.
- Sunny/Clear weather will boost your Grass and Ground type counters.
- Snow will boost your Steel type counters.
Questions about taking on Regirock in Pokémon Go?
Do you have any questions about taking on the Legendary Pokémon Regirock? Got any tips for your fellow Trainers? Drop them in the comments below, and be sure to check out our Complete Pokédex, so you can be a Pokémon Master!
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