When Is Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raids Coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raids will soon arrive in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Discover the event dates, details, and preparation tips!

When Is Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raids Coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Take part in this once-in-a-lifetime event to catch Shiny Rayquaza. (Image via TPC)

Shiny Rayquaza is making its debut in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet as part of an exciting Tera Raid Battle event. This will be a rare opportunity to encounter and capture the Legendary Pokemon in its unique black Shiny form. Here’s everything you need to know about the event schedule, preparation, and the Legendary Pokemon.

When Is the Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raids Event Coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet?

The Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raid event will be held between Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 4:00 PM PST and Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 3:59 PM PST. During this period, you can find the Legendary Pokemon in 5-star Tera Raids, making it a limited-time event.

To prepare for this special encounter, a three-part Tera Raid Battle event series will occur from November 28 to December 19, 2024. These events will feature Pokemon that can aid in defeating Shiny Rayquaza.

Location of Shiny Rayquaza

Shiny Rayquaza will appear at Tera Raid crystals scattered across the Paldea region. Additionally, it will have Dragon as its Tera Type. Since the event is time-limited, the Shiny Rayquaza can only be caught once per save file. However, after capturing it, you can still participate in battles to earn other rewards.

A simultaneous Mass Outbreak event will also take place, featuring black Shiny Pokemon such as Fraxure, Carbink, and Cetoddle. This celebration adds more variety and excitement to the event window.

Learn Everything About Shiny Rayquaza

When Is Shiny Rayquaza Tera Raids Coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Shiny Rayquaza will appear at Tera Raid crystals scattered across the Paldea region. (Image via TPC)

Shiny Rayquaza is a Legendary Pokemon first introduced in Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire. Its shiny black form is iconic and highly sought after by fans.

  • Type: Dragon/Flying
  • Height: 23′
  • Weight: 455.3 lbs
  • Ability: Air Lock

This Pokemon is known for its majestic appearance and incredible power. In the event, it will feature as a 5-star Raid Boss, making it a challenging but rewarding battle for trainers.

Tera Raid Battle Event Series

Leading up to Shiny Rayquaza’s arrival, a three-part event series will be held:

  1. Corviknight & Bellibolt
    • November 28, 2024, to December 5, 2024
  2. Azumarill & Clodsire
    • December 5, 2024, to December 12, 2024
  3. Annihilape & Kingambit
    • December 12, 2024, to December 19, 2024

These Pokemon are perfect for preparing your team to counter Shiny Rayquaza’s Dragon Tera Type. Utilize their moves to gain an advantage in the Raid battles.

Take part in this once-in-a-lifetime event to catch Shiny Rayquaza and expand your team with this iconic Legendary Pokemon. Don’t miss this chance to add a powerful pocket monster to your roster!


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