Pokemon GO Palkia Origin Forme Raid Strategy: Top Counters and Weaknesses

November marks an exhilarating time for Pokémon trainers, as the formidable Origin Forme Palkia makes its debut in Pokémon GO raids. Trainers can challenge this powerful entity in five-star raid battles from November 18 to 27. Moreover, a dedicated Raid Hour featuring Origin Forme Palkia will occur on November 22 from 6 PM to 7 PM local time, providing a prime opportunity to seize this legendary Pokémon.

Pokémon GO Origin Palkia Forme Stats

Origin Forme Palkia boasts remarkable attack capabilities, positioning it among the top Dragon-type combatants in the game. Below are its essential base stats and CP values for trainers to consider:

Stats	Value
Base Attack	286
Base Defense	223
Base Stamina	189
Max CP (Level 40)	4142
Max CP (Level 50)	4683
Raid CP	56,872
Catch CP Range	2274-2367
Weather Boosted CP Range	2843-2958

Origin Forme Palkia Stats

Weaknesses and Resistances of Origin Forme Palkia

As a dual-type Water/Dragon Pokémon, Origin Forme Palkia has distinct weaknesses and resistances that trainers should strategize around:

Weaknesses:

Dragon-type
Fairy-type

Resistances:

Fire-type moves
Water-type moves
Steel-type moves

Top Counters to Origin Forme Palkia in Pokémon GO

When facing Origin Forme Palkia, it’s crucial to deploy the right counters. Here’s a list of the most effective Pokémon to use in battle:

Pokemon	Image	Fast Move	Charged Move
Mega Rayquaza	Dragon Tail	Breaking Swipe
Mega Garchomp	Dragon Tail	Outrage
Mega Latios	Dragon Breath	Dragon Claw
Mega Gardevoir	Charm	Dazzling Gleam
Primal Groudon	Dragon Tail	Precipice Blades
Origin Forme Dialga	Dragon Breath	Roar of Time
Shadow Dragonite	Dragon Tail	Outrage
Xerneas	Geomancy	Moonblast

Origin Forme Palkia Best Counters

Strategies to Catch Origin Forme Palkia in Raids

Defeating Origin Forme Palkia requires strategic planning and teamwork. For seasoned trainers equipped with top counters like Mega Rayquaza or Mega Garchomp, it is feasible to conquer this Pokémon with just 3 to 4 trainers.

However, if you’re utilizing moderate-level Pokémon or haven’t maxed them out, consider gathering a team of 5 to 7 trainers for a more secure victory. Beginners or those without optimal counters should aim to join larger groups, ideally consisting of 8 or more participants.

To enhance your chances of capturing Origin Forme Palkia, employ Golden Razz Berries and strive for “Excellent” curveball throws. Notably, if you catch it before November 24, there’s a possibility it will know the signature move Spacial Rend.

Is Shiny Origin Forme Palkia Available?

Shiny Origin Forme Palkia Pokemon GO — Image Credit: Niantic (via Pokémon GO, Edited by: Ash Singh/Beebom)

Yes! Trainers can indeed find shiny versions of Origin Forme Palkia in raids. The shiny variant features pink rings around its waist, contrasting the standard purple. Generally, the shiny encounter rates for legendary raids hover around 1 in 20, with no guaranteed methods to enhance these odds. The best strategy is simply to participate in more raids to increase your chances.

Armed with this guide, you’re well-prepared to take on Origin Forme Palkia in Pokémon GO. Assemble your best team, cooperate with fellow trainers, and deploy powerful Dragon and Fairy-type Pokémon to take down this legendary powerhouse.

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