How to get Blacephalon in Pokemon GO, and can it be Shiny?

Modified Apr 10, 2025 10:41 GMT

Originally introduced in Pokemon Sun and Moon, you can get Blacephalon in Pokemon GO if you are dedicated enough. This humanoid Ultra Beast made its debut in the augmented reality title during the Ultra Space Wonders event on May 23, 2024. The Fire and Ghost-type Ultra Beast will add a lot of spice to the game.

This article will teach you everything you need to know to get Blacephalon in Pokemon GO. It'll also answer the question of if it can be Shiny in this game.

How to find Blacephalon in Pokemon GO

Blacephalon in the anime (Image via The Pokemon Company)

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Keep in mind, Blacephalon in Pokemon GO is only available in the Western Hemisphere. You can get this creature in this game in a couple of ways:

Raids: Defeat Blacephalon in a five-star raid. This is the easiest way of getting this new Pokemon in GO.
Events: Sometimes Blacephalon is in the mix of event spotlights amongs the Raid bossess, so keep an eye on them.
Trade: Get it by trading with a friend.

For players in the Eastern Hemisphere: Other than you remotely joining a friend's raid invitation from the Western Hemisphere, your only option is to trade one with someone who has a Blacephalon

Also read: Pokemon GO Blacephalon: Best moveset, counters, and is it any good?

Since you can encounter it in 5-star raids, we have listed some of the best counters you can use against Blacephalon in Pokemon GO:

Primal Groudon
Primal Kyogre
Mega Tyranitar
Mega Swampert
Mega Gengar
Mega Garchomp
Mega Rayquaza
Mega Diancie
Mega Blastoise
Mega Banette
Mega Houndoom
Mega Aerodactyl
Groudon
Kyogre
Rayquaza
Mewtwo
Shadow Tyranitar
Shadow Gengar
Shadow Garchomp
Shadow Kyogre
Shadow Groudon
Shadow Rampardos
Shadow Rhyperior
Shadow Garchomp
Shadow Chandelure
Shadow Mewtwo
Shadow Swampert
Shadow Crawdaunt
Shadow Kingler
Tyranitar
Gengar
Garchomp
Rampardos
Excadrill
Blastoise
Chandelure
Swampert
Aerodactyl
Feraligatr
Hydreigon

Also read: Pokemon GO Blacephalon raid guide: Weaknesses and best counters

Can Blacephalon be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Blacephalon (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Yes, there is a small chance to encounter a Shiny Blacephalon in Pokemon GO. Its shiny variant made its Pokemon GO debut during the Spring into Spring 2025 event on April 9, 2025.

The shiny version of Blacephalon has a very contrasting appearance compared to the regular one. The creature's blue head as well as its blue hands and feet are the major differentiating features. The rainbow pattern on the torso and legs remains unaltered for Shiny Blacephalon.

Also read: All shiny Ultra Beasts in Pokemon GO, ranked

Blacephalon in Pokemon GO: Stats and moves

Type: Fire / Ghost
Attack: 315
Defense: 148
Stamina: 142
Boss CP (Raid): 51,600
Max CP (Catch): Non-boosted - 1,884 CP and Weather-boosted - 2,355 CP
Fast Attacks: Astonish and Incinerate
Charged Attacks: Shadow Ball, Overheat and Mystical Fire

Also read: All Pokemon GO Western Hemisphere exclusives, ranked

That covers everything you need to know to get Blacephalon in Pokemon GO. If you are interested in Pokemon GO, you can check out some of our guides:

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