How to solo defeat Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO 3-star raids

Modified Apr 02, 2025 21:22 GMT

How to solo defeat Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO 3-star raids — Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO is making its debut during the Stunning Styles event, appearing as a 3-star raid boss for a limited time. Trainers have from Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 10 am local time until Monday, April 7, 2025, at 8 pm local time to challenge this powerful Pokemon.

Being a Fighting/Fire-type, it can pose a considerable challenge for solo raiders, thanks to its strong stats and varied moveset. However, you can still solo this raid boss with a proper strategy and the best counters. This guide explains its weaknesses, the best Pokemon to counter it, and some helpful tips to assist you in achieving a win.

Pokemon GO Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros solo raid guide

Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO (Image via The Pokemon Company)

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Type: Fighting/Fire

Combat Power: 19,470
Attack: 210
Defense: 193
Stamina: 3,600

Weaknesses and Resistances

Weak to (160% damage from):

Ground
Flying
Psychic
Water

Resistant to (62.5% damage from):

Bug
Dark
Fire
Grass
Ice
Steel

Moveset

Fast Attacks: Double Kick (Fighting), Tackle (Normal), and Zen Headbutt (Psychic)
Charged Attacks: Flame Charge (Fire), Earthquake (Ground), Iron Head (Steel), and Trailblaze (Grass)

Note: The recommended solo-capable counter Pokemon are based on simulated game data, and the results may vary. For the best results, the recommended Pokemon are advised to have the highest possible IV stats and be powered up to the highest possible CP.

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Best counters for Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO without any weather boosts in play

Some of the best counters to Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros (Image via The Pokemon Company)

To maximize your chances of winning solo, use high-level Pokemon with optimal movesets that exploit the weaknesses of Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO. Here are our recommendations:

Mega Rayquaza with Air Slash + Dragon Ascent: One of the strongest Flying-type attackers, Mega Rayquaza deals massive damage with its powerful moves.
Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion + Psystrike: A top-tier Psychic-type attacker, Shadow Mewtwo can hit hard with Confusion and Psystrike.
Primal or Shadow Kyogre with Waterfall + Origin Pulse: A powerhouse in Water-type damage, Kyogre can exploit Tauros’ Water-type weakness.
Primal or Shadow Groudon with Mud Shot + Precipice Blades: Groudon’s strong Ground-type moves can deal devastating damage to this raid boss.
Mega Alakazam with Confusion + Psychic: Fast and hard-hitting, Mega Alakazam is an excellent Psychic-type counter.

Also read: Pokemon GO Paldean Tauros raid guide (Combat Breed): Weaknesses and best counters

Additional solo counters for Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO raids, based on weather boosts

If weather conditions favor certain types, these Pokemon become even more effective against Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO:

Mega or Shadow Latios: Zen Headbutt + Psychic
Mega or Shadow Salamence: Dragon Tail + Fly
Mega or Shadow Garchomp: Mud Shot + Earth Power
Shadow Lugia: Extrasensory + Aeroblast
Mega Gallade: Confusion + Psychic
Mega Gardevoir: Confusion + Psychic
Shadow Moltres: Wing Attack + Sky Attack
Shadow Ho-Oh: Extrasensory + Brave Bird
Mega Swampert: Water Gun + Hydro Cannon
Shadow Staraptor: Gust + Fly
Therian Landorus: Mud Shot + Sandsear Storm
Yveltal: Gust + Oblivion Wing
Mega Latias: Zen Headbutt + Psychic
Hoopa Unbound: Confusion + Psychic
Mega Pidgeot: Gust + Brave Bird

Also read: How to get Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO, and can it be shiny?

Tips for soloing Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in Pokemon GO

Maximize CP and IVs: Use Pokemon with high CP and perfect IVs for optimal damage output.
Dodge strategically: Evading high-damage Charged Attacks can help extend your Pokemon’s survivability.
Use weather boosts to your advantage: Windy, Rainy, and Sunny weather can enhance certain counters, making the battle easier.
Leverage Mega and Shadow Pokemon: These variants deal extra damage and have higher stats than regular Pokemon.
Stack your best counters: Make sure your battle party consists entirely of Pokemon that can exploit Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros’ weaknesses.

By following this guide and using the best possible counters, you can successfully defeat Blaze Breed Paldean Tauros in a Pokemon GO raid solo.

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Edited by Niladri Roy