Pokemon GO Wyrdeer raid guide: Weaknesses and best counters

A Pokemon GO Wyrdeer raid guide might be of help as this creature appears once again in 3-star raids. Wyrdeer's best counters and weaknesses allow trainers to better prepare for raid encounters. The Hisuian evolution of Stantler debuted on December 23, 2023, at 2:00 pm local time during the Winter Wonderland event. It appeared as a 3-star raid boss.

Wyrdeer returned to Pokemon GO on September 18, 2024, during the Psychic Spectacular 2024 event, and will remain until the next raid cycle. Most recently, Wyrdeer will appear as a 3-star raid boss during the Pokemon GO Young & Wise Event, which runs from 10:00 am local time on December 10, 2024, to 8:00 pm local time on December 14, 2024.

This Pokemon GO Wyrdeer raid guide covers the creature's weaknesses, best counters, and more.

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Pokemon GO Wyrdeer raid weaknesses

A partial Dark-type like Tyranitar can dominate Wyrdeer in Pokemon GO raids (Image via Niantic)

What is super-effective against Wyrdeer in Pokemon GO?

Since Wyrdeer is a Normal/Psychic-type Pocket Monster, it does not have too many weaknesses. The Pokemon is only weak when hit by the following types:

• Bug
• Dark

Conversely, Wyrdeer is resistant to these types:

• Ghost
• Psychic

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Wyrdeer's stat distribution and moveset in Pokemon GO

As a 3-star raid boss, Wyrdeer has the following stats:

• Combat Power: 16,772
• Attack: 206
• Defense: 145
• Stamina: 3,600 HP
• Fast Attacks: Confusion, Tackle, and Zen Headbutt
• Charged Attacks: Megahorn, Psychic, Stomp, and Wild Charge

You can challenge Wyrdeer with up to 19 other players in the Pokemon GO Raids, or you can also use the Remote Raid Passes to defeat this creature.

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Best counters to Wyrdeer in Pokemon GO

Mega Pinsir is a high-end counter for Wyrdeer in Pokemon GO (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Best Bug-type attackers for Wyrdeer raids

• Pheromosa with Bug Bite and Bug Buzz
• Volcarona with Bug Bite and Bug Buzz
• Shadow Pinsir with Bug Bite and X-Scissor
• Shadow Scizor with Fury Cutter and X-Scissor
• Shadow Scyther with Fury Cutter and X-Scissor

Recommended Mega Evolutions

• Mega Pinsir with Bug Bite and X-Scissor
• Mega Scizor with Fury Cutter and X-Scissor
• Mega Beedrill with Bug Bite and X-Scissor

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Mega Absol is a Dark-type counter that can finish Wyrdeer raids quickly in Pokemon GO (Image via Niantic)

Best Dark-type attackers for Wyrdeer raids

• Shadow Tyranitar with Bite and Brutal Swing
• Shadow Weavile with Snarl and Foul Play
• Hydreigon with Bite and Brutal Swing
• Darkrai with Snarl and Dark Pulse
• Shadow Houndoom with Snarl and Foul Play
• Shadow Honchkrow with Snarl and Dark Pulse
• Shadow Absol with Snarl and Payback
• Yveltal with Snarl and Dark Pulse

Recommended Mega Evolutions

• Mega Tyranitar with Bite and Brutal Swing
• Mega Houndoom with Snarl and Foul Play
• Mega Gengar with Sucker Punch and Dark Pulse
• Mega Absol with Snarl and Payback
• Mega Gyarados with Bite and Crunch

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Can you solo defeat Wyrdeer in Pokemon GO?

Yes, it is possible to solo defeat Wyrdeer in Pokemon GO. You should simply use the right counters as listed above, and it should be a comfortable battle that you can finish well within the time limit.

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What are the 100% IV CPs from Pokemon GO Wyrdeer raids?

Here are the 100% IV CPs for Wyrdeer:

• No weather boost: 1,561 CP
• Weather boosted (Windy or Cloudy): 1,952 CP

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Can Wyrdeer be shiny in Pokemon GO

Shiny Wyrdeer will be available when the creature makes its Pokemon GO debut (Image via Game Freak)

Yes, you can get a Shiny Wyrdeer in Pokemon GO after defeating it in the 3-star raids. However, the chances are very slim and you have approximately 1-in-64 or 1.5625% of getting this critter in its shiny variant.

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