Pokemon's Tera Raid Reveals Seven-Star Pokemon!

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Last Updated on December 11, 2024 by Jake Whitlock

Exciting news ahead for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trainers—Tera Raid is here!

A new test awaits them as the fourth-generation starter and unlike Nintendo Music, it doesn’t have any catch! Infernape, will make an appearance in the Seven-Star Tera Raid dens. The said fiery Pokémon start appearing on October 3, so trainers better be prepared for a strong battle.

Infernape: The Unrivaled Challenge

Infernape, known as the Flame Pokémon, first graced our screens in Pokémon and Pearl when it was first presented as the Fire-type Starter of the Sinnoh region. As a very powerful mix of Fire and Fighting types, evolving from Chimchar and Monferno, which boasts impressive speed and high attack stats, immediately making it a fan favorite. However, it does have its weaknesses, especially with its low HP and defense, Infernape becomes extremely vulnerable to Water, Flying, and Ground attacks.

In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, trainers will have a chance to get a hand on Infernape by capturing a Chimchar from the Polar Biome in the Terarium, which they can then evolve into. This is going to give trainers the opportunity to train this popular Pokémon for themselves. Fear is fueled though, as the Infernape the Unrivaled would be tricky for Tera Raid battles.

Important Tera Raid Battle Dates and Details

Mark those calendars! Infernape will appear in Seven-Star Tera Raid dens starting Thursday, 8:00 pm Eastern Time on October 3. The event will run through Sunday, 7:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 6. If you can’t get your paws on one then, don’t fret! You’ll have a second opportunity from the 10th to the 13th of October, at the same hour.

The Tera type of Infernape the Unrivaled will be rock, which will add an element to the battle that may become rather more challenging to defeat. Winning Infernape will reward you with the Mightiest Mark, an exclusive trophy in the trophy case.

Infernape should exploit its Hidden Ability, Iron Fist. Its power of punching will increase by 50% and, therefore, it will have Mach Punch, Fire Punch, Thunder Punch, and several others. For added complexity, Infernape may even use Rock-type moves like Stone Edge or Rock Slide.

In general, it’s going to be similar to other Tera Raid bosses; a player has to prepare for the fight. As is in many cases, Infernape will use something like Taunt and Swords Dance to suppress opponents. While rock types are generally sturdy, this is somewhat a glass-cannon build of Infernape’s due to its low defenses. The key here is going to be strategy, like when you’re reading a Chalice of Inverted Verses guide.

Strategies for Success Against the Infernape

Then, how to prepare to defeat Infernape the Unrivaled? First of all, think about which Pokémon to bring that have really strong defenses. Those that come with Body Press will be super helpful against such an opponent. You can think a little bit about your team composition, too. Those who take Water, Ground, or Fighting will, of course, be an excellent way to get the upper hand.

Also, coordinating with friends helps, so utilize the fun aspect of multiplayer games. This way, you would be able to complement each other’s weaknesses and take down Infernape more efficiently.

Pre-battle, trainers are excited at the thought of such a battle. The moves they design will change the direction that this Tera Raid takes. With its intense challenges and rewarding outcomes, trainers will be eager to jump into the fray.

Important Information for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's Halloween Tera Raid Players

This forthcoming encounter isn’t your typical strategy-required combat for gamers who aren’t as interested in Raid events. When this ghost type debuts at the end of October, players should be aware of a few things, even though this Gengar is not as powerful as the relatively recent Infernape battle in Tera Raid Pokemon.

• Shiny Ghosts Are Out of the Way

The fundamental idea of this raid is evident, even though it surely would have been entertaining to see a sparkly ghost distributed in time for Halloween. Furthermore, it could be nearly impossible to see the shining in Raid Dens due to the event’s lighting effects and the absence of bright notifications. The battle is primarily focused on battling Gengar repeatedly because the Tera Raid appears to be quite easy thus far, which isn’t as helpful as if it was a one-time shiny to acquire.

• Gengar Ghost Type

Fortunately, Gengar’s Tera type has been fixed as the ghost kind, making online battles easier for those who haven’t yet discovered out how Tera class affects Pokemon selection. This makes Gengar’s STAB techniques even more powerful, but it also makes Gengar’s attacks as simple as ever.

• Enjoy Vast Amounts of Candy Drops

As befits an event with a Halloween theme, the primary attraction of the next Tera Raid event is not fighting or catching the Pokemon at the center of the battle, but rather the copious amounts of Rare Candy that the winning players will get. Leveling up Pokemon crew in Scarlet and Violet is pretty simple. However, having additional Rare Candy continues to be a good thing and is definitely the most practical option.

Think You Are Ready for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet: Tera Raid?

Do not miss out on the action! Get your teams ready, strategize with friends, and get ready to set October ablaze with Infernape the Unrivaled, said Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s fans.

For further updates and news on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, visit GameEels. Something’s always happening in the Pokémon world, so be sure to read our other news articles to keep up with what’s hot and what’s not!

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