When is Galarian Rapidash coming to Pokemon Unite?

Modified Dec 28, 2024 16:49 GMT

When is Galarian Rapidash coming to Pokemon Unite? — Galarian Rapidash's Pokemon Unite debut date revealed (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Galarian Rapidash will officially join the Pokemon Unite roster on January 23, 2025. This announcement has sparked excitement among players eager to try out the majestic Psychic/Fairy-type Pokemon. Although official details about its abilities or role are yet to be revealed, unofficial leaks hint at a versatile and dynamic moveset that could make Galarian Rapidash a standout addition to the game.

Let’s delve into the leaked information and explore what this new contender might bring to the battlefield.

Note: Parts of this article are based on leaks, so users are asked to take the information with a grain of salt.

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Galarian Rapidash's Pokemon Unite debut: What to look forward to

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The official announcement ensures that Galarian Rapidash’s debut is just around the corner. Given its strong fan following and iconic status, this addition is poised to be a highlight for the game in early 2025. Players are already speculating on how this Psychic/Fairy powerhouse will influence the current meta and whether it will introduce any innovative mechanics to shake things up.

Although nothing is officially revealed, unofficial leaks have given a peek at its possible movesets and role in the game.

Passive ability - Pastel Veil: Galarian Rapidash’s passive ability might revolve around mobility and shielding. Pastel Veil is likely to charge a psychic gauge as Rapidash moves, rewarding active and mobile playstyles. Once the gauge is full, the ability should grant Rapidash a shield that provides immunity to hindrances. This can make it a powerful counter to crowd-control-heavy strategies. Additionally, Rapidash’s moves will likely deal extra damage based on its movement speed, emphasizing its speed-focused mechanics.

Basic Attack: Its basic attack will likely fire energy from its horn, enhanced by the Pastel Veil effect. This could create a consistent damage output and retain the shield’s hindrance immunity, ensuring Rapidash remains a formidable presence during battles.

Unite Move: The highlight of the leaked kit, its Unite Move, could offer a mix of crowd control and damage. Rapidash charges forward, shoving enemies in its path. Upon stopping, it traps the first enemy hit in a mysterious space, allowing for strategic isolation. Rapidash can then charge again, dealing damage to any enemies in its path and resetting the move if it passes through the trapped space.

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Galarian Rapidash's Pokemon Unite debut: Potential role and playstyle

While Galarian Rapidash's role could have an All-rounder's damage potential, it currently inclines more towards being a Speedster (Image via The Pokemon Company)

The leaked moveset suggests that Galarian Rapidash may fall into either the Speedster or All-Rounder category. Its reliance on movement speed and shielding mechanics aligns with Speedsters, while its damage potential and ability to control the battlefield hint at an All-Rounder role. With the ability to both initiate and disengage fights, Galarian Rapidash could bring exceptional versatility to team compositions.

Fans are eagerly awaiting more details, and its official release promises to shake up the meta. Will Galarian Rapidash gallop its way to the top of the tier lists? We’ll find out soon enough when it debuts on January 23, 2025.

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Edited by Shraman Mitra