Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids are set to start on August 12, with many trainers wondering how this Legendary Pokemon can be defeated. It is a dual Electric- and Flying-type Pocket Monster, as such, it has move weaknesses that can be exploited. However, the main concern of this 5-star raid is whether trainers can beat it solo or not.
In this article, we will take a close look at all the weaknesses of the creature, along with the best counters to use against it. Moreover, you will also know if it is possible to defeat Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids solo.
Note: Parts of this article are subjective and reflect the writer's opinion.
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Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids
What is super-effective against Incarnate Forme Thundurus in Pokemon GO?
As a dual Electric- and Flying-type Pokemon, Incarnate Forme Thundurus is 160% weak to Ice- and Rock-type attacks in Pokemon GO. While Ice-type attacks do additional damage when used in Snow weather, Rock-types deal extra damage in Partly Cloudy weather. That said, these moves are super-effective against the creature.
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Stats and moveset of Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids
The following are the stat distribution of Incarnate Forme Thundurus in Pokemon GO:
- Combat power (CP): 46,044
- Attack: 266
- Defense: 164
- Stamina: 15,000 HP
- Weather Boost: Rain and Windy
- Fast Attacks: Thunder Shock and Astonish
- Charged Attacks: Thunder Punch, Thunder, Brick Break, and Crunch
You will have 300 seconds to take down Incarnate Forme Thundurus in this battle. Since time is precious, we recommend using the best possible counters that take less time to win.
Counters to beat Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids
To beat Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids, it would be best for trainers to add some Mega and Shadow counters to the unit.
Rock-type counters for Incarnate Thundurus:
- Mega Diancie: Rock Throw and Rock Slide
- Shadow Rhyperior: Smack Down and Rock Wrecker
- Shadow Rampardos: Smack Down and Rock Slide
- Mega Tyranitar: Smack Down and Stone Edge
- Tyrantrum: Rock Throw and Meteor Beam
- Terrakion: Smack Down and Rock Slide
- Shadow Golem: Rock Throw and Stone Edge
Ice-type counters for Incarnate Thundurus:
- Shadow Mamoswine: Powder Snow and Avalanche
- Shadow Weavile: Ice Shard and Avalanche
- Baxcalibur: Ice Fang and Avalanche
- Galarian Darmanitan: Ice Fang and Avalanche
- Mega Glalie: Frost Breath and Avalanche
The above counters for Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus are the most reliable ones you can get in the game. They take less time to secure the win and possess a strong moveset.
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Can you solo defeat Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids?
No, it is not possible to solo beat Incarnate Forme Thundurus 5-star raids in Pokemon GO. No matter how high-level counters you use, you can not take it down on your own.
Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raid catch CP
The Weather Boost effect can increase or decrease the raid catch CP of Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids.
- No weather boost: 1,828 CP - 1,911 CP at Level 20 (10/10/10 minimum IVs)
- Weather boosted (Rain and Windy): 2,285 CP - 2,389 CP at level 25 (10/10/10 minimum IVs)
What are the 100% IVs for Pokemon GO Incarnate Forme Thundurus raids?
- No weather boost: 1,911 CP
- Weather boosted (Rain and Windy): 2,389 CP
Can Incarnate Forme Thundurus be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Yes, Incarnate Thundurus can be shiny in Pokemon GO because it was released on March 11, 2021. Its shiny rate is 1-in-20 in this raid, which means you have a 0.5% chance of encountering it.
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