Regigigas in Pokémon GO

Regigigas, the colossal Legendary Pokémon from the Sinnoh region, has made its presence known in Pokémon GO. Known for its immense power and the ability to control other Legendary Pokémon like the Regis, Regigigas offers a significant challenge and reward for trainers.

Obtaining Regigigas

Unlike many other Legendaries in Pokémon GO, Regigigas has primarily been available through specific methods:

• EX Raids: Initially, Regigigas was introduced through EX Raids. Trainers needed to receive an EX Raid Pass to participate in these exclusive battles. These passes were earned by raiding at Gyms that qualified for EX Raids.
• Special Research: Later, Regigigas became accessible through paid Special Research events. These events required trainers to purchase a ticket to access a series of tasks, culminating in an encounter with Regigigas.
• Elite Raids: More recently, Regigigas has appeared in Elite Raids, offering a challenging raid experience for groups of dedicated players.

Regigigas’ Strengths and Weaknesses

As a Normal-type Pokémon, Regigigas has a unique type matchup:

• Strengths: Only weak to Fighting-type moves.
• Weaknesses: Vulnerable to Fighting-type attacks.

When battling Regigigas in raids, trainers should focus on using strong Fighting-type Pokémon. Some effective counters include Machamp, Lucario, Conkeldurr, and Breloom. Utilizing Pokémon with high Attack stats and Fighting-type moves is crucial for dealing significant damage.

Regigigas’ Moveset

Regigigas can learn a variety of moves, impacting its performance in raids and battles:

• Fast Moves: Zen Headbutt, Rock Smash
• Charged Moves: Giga Impact, Focus Blast, Stone Edge, Thunder

Giga Impact, a Normal-type move, is its signature attack. While powerful, it requires a long charge time. Focus Blast provides coverage against Rock and Steel-type Pokémon, while Stone Edge hits Flying-types and Thunder deals with Water-types.

Using Regigigas in Battles

While Regigigas boasts impressive stats, its “Slow Start” ability (which is not directly implemented in Pokémon GO, but reflected in its initial stats) makes it less effective in many scenarios. Its Attack and Speed are significantly reduced for the first five turns in the main series games. While Pokémon GO does not have “turns” in the same way, its moveset and stat distribution generally mean that other Legendaries may often be a better pick.

However, a Regigigas with a good moveset can still be a formidable opponent in certain situations, especially if powered up to a high CP. Its high HP makes it relatively durable, and with strategic usage, it can deal significant damage.

Shiny Regigigas

Shiny Regigigas is a sought-after variant, featuring a slightly different color palette. Catching a Shiny Regigigas is a matter of luck during raid encounters or special events.

Overall, Regigigas is a powerful Legendary Pokémon that offers a unique challenge and reward in Pokémon GO. While its availability may be limited to specific events or raids, it’s a valuable addition to any trainer’s collection.