Pokemon GO Palkia Raid Strategy: Top Counters, Shiny Variants, and Catching Tips

Palkia has made a grand return to Pokémon GO, participating in five-star raids from January 4 to January 16, 2025, as part of the exciting Season of Dual Destiny. During this event, trainers have the opportunity to battle and catch Palkia, with special spotlight hours on January 8, which offer additional raid chances from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time. This legendary Pokémon is available in its standard form, providing a great chance for trainers to collect candy for powering up their Origin Forme or to hunt for its shiny variant.

Palkia Stats and Moves in Pokémon GO

Palkia is a formidable Water and Dragon-type Pokémon, renowned for its exceptional offensive skills. Here’s a breakdown of its key raid boss stats:

Stat	Value
Raid Boss CP	54,793
Base Attack	280
Base Defense	215
Base Stamina	189

In terms of moves, Palkia can utilize:

Fast Attacks: Dragon Breath, Dragon Tail
Charged Attacks: Aqua Tail, Fire Blast, Hydro Pump, Draco Meteor

Pokémon GO Palkia: Weaknesses and Resistances

Understanding Palkia’s strengths and weaknesses is essential for successful raids. Its vulnerabilities and resistances are as follows:

Weaknesses:

Dragon-type moves (160% damage)
Fairy-type moves (160% damage)

Resistances:

Steel-type moves (63% damage)
Fire-type moves (39% damage)
Water-type moves (39% damage)

Top Counters for Palkia in Pokémon GO

When facing Palkia, selecting the right Pokémon can greatly improve your chances of victory. Below is a list of effective counters:

Pokémon	Fast Move	Charged Move
Mega Rayquaza	Dragon Tail	Breaking Swipe
Reshiram	Dragon Breath	Draco Meteor
Origin Forme Dialga	Dragon Breath	Roar of Time
Mega Garchomp	Dragon Tail	Outrage
Zacian (Crowned Sword)	Quick Attack	Play Rough
Mega Gardevoir	Charm	Dazzling Gleam
Shadow Salamence	Dragon Tail	Draco Meteor

How to Successfully Catch Palkia in Pokémon GO

To increase your chances of catching Palkia, patience and technique are key. Utilize Golden Razz Berries to enhance your capture rate and aim for “Excellent” throws by employing the circle lock technique. Wait for Palkia to complete its attack animation, and throw your Poké Ball just before the animation concludes.

Maximize your success by using Premier Balls when the catch circle is at its smallest, ensuring that you can land “Excellent” throws consistently. Also, remember that throwing curveballs grants a catch bonus, so aim to curve your throws when you attempt to capture Palkia.

Is Shiny Palkia Available?

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Indeed, Palkia can be shiny in Pokémon GO. The shiny rate for legendary raid Pokémon hovers around 1 in 20 (5%). If you’re fortunate to encounter a shiny Palkia, look for its distinct pinkish hue, and importantly, be ready as it guarantees a catch—just make sure to throw accurately!

If you’re in pursuit of a perfect IV (100%) Palkia, keep these CP values in mind:

2280 CP (normal weather conditions)
2850 CP (weather boosted)

To enhance your raiding experience, it’s best to team up with at least 4-6 trainers. Although defeating Palkia solo is possible, having a larger group increases comfort and ensures a more successful raid outcome.

With that, we conclude our comprehensive guide on Palkia raids in Pokémon GO. Are you ready to challenge this formidable boss? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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