Introduction
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, developed by Game Freak and released for Nintendo Switch, continue to evolve through community events and post-launch raid content.
Over a recent weekend, players tackled the second 7-star Tera Raid introduced for the title: a Fighting Tera-Type Cinderace.
This raid is notable both because it currently represents the primary in-game method for acquiring Cinderace and because it rewards high-value items such as Comet Shards, Rare Candies, and Ability Patches.
Unlock conditions and how to access the raid
To access 7-star Tera Raids in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet players must meet post-game progression milestones.
Community-documented requirements include completing the main story and end credits, finishing Gym Rematches and the Academy Ace Tournament, and participating in at least ten raids rated four stars or higher.
Once those steps are complete, 7-star raids will appear in the overworld and on the Tera Raid board.
Cinderace: typing, moves and observed behavior
The raid Cinderace is Terastalized as a Fighting type, making it vulnerable to Psychic, Flying, and Fairy attacks.
Players have reported that Cinderace commonly opens raids by using Bulk Up to raise Attack and Defense, then follows with a high-power Fire move such as Pyro Ball.
Its notable moveset on raid reports includes Hi Jump Kick, Pyro Ball, Acrobatics and Iron Head; Bulk Up and a mid-battle Tera shield mechanic activate once Cinderace reaches roughly half health.
Community recommendations and tactical tips
Players recommend avoiding Pokémon that carry weaknesses to Fighting, Fire, Flying or Steel moves, as frequent KOs reduce the raid timer.
Level 100 Pokémon and fully invested stats (Vitamins/HP Ups) improve success rates, and Cheers such as Go For It! and Heal Up! are useful during the fight.
Counter picks and sample builds
Slowbro (Water/Psychic): high bulk and reliable Psychic coverage.
Suggested moves: Stored Power, Nasty Plot, Iron Defense, Slack Off.
Shell Bell as an item helps sustain longevity.
Espathra (Psychic): fast special attacker with Opportunist to capitalize when the boss boosts; try Lumina Crash, Stored Power, Calm Mind, Feather Dance.
Armarouge (Fire/Psychic): Flash Fire provides Fire immunity; Expanding Force or Psychic and Clear Smog to reset stat changes work well.
Ceruledge (Fire/Ghost): typing and Flash Fire make it a strong physical counter in this specific raid setup; Bitter Blade and Psycho Cut pair with Swords Dance for damage.
Conclusion
This 7-star Fighting Tera-Type Cinderace raid remains a high-reward, high-difficulty event in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on Nintendo Switch.
Following the community-tested team compositions, prioritizing Psychic/Flying/Fairy coverage and preparing fully boosted, level 100 Pokémon will give groups the best chance of consistent success.
Let us know how your team performed during the raid.
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, developed by Game Freak and released for Nintendo Switch, continue to evolve through community events and post-launch raid content.
Over a recent weekend, players tackled the second 7-star Tera Raid introduced for the title: a Fighting Tera-Type Cinderace.
This raid is notable both because it currently represents the primary in-game method for acquiring Cinderace and because it rewards high-value items such as Comet Shards, Rare Candies, and Ability Patches.
Unlock conditions and how to access the raid
To access 7-star Tera Raids in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet players must meet post-game progression milestones.
Community-documented requirements include completing the main story and end credits, finishing Gym Rematches and the Academy Ace Tournament, and participating in at least ten raids rated four stars or higher.
Once those steps are complete, 7-star raids will appear in the overworld and on the Tera Raid board.
Cinderace: typing, moves and observed behavior
The raid Cinderace is Terastalized as a Fighting type, making it vulnerable to Psychic, Flying, and Fairy attacks.
Players have reported that Cinderace commonly opens raids by using Bulk Up to raise Attack and Defense, then follows with a high-power Fire move such as Pyro Ball.
Its notable moveset on raid reports includes Hi Jump Kick, Pyro Ball, Acrobatics and Iron Head; Bulk Up and a mid-battle Tera shield mechanic activate once Cinderace reaches roughly half health.
Community recommendations and tactical tips
Players recommend avoiding Pokémon that carry weaknesses to Fighting, Fire, Flying or Steel moves, as frequent KOs reduce the raid timer.
Level 100 Pokémon and fully invested stats (Vitamins/HP Ups) improve success rates, and Cheers such as Go For It! and Heal Up! are useful during the fight.
Counter picks and sample builds
Slowbro (Water/Psychic): high bulk and reliable Psychic coverage.
Suggested moves: Stored Power, Nasty Plot, Iron Defense, Slack Off.
Shell Bell as an item helps sustain longevity.
Espathra (Psychic): fast special attacker with Opportunist to capitalize when the boss boosts; try Lumina Crash, Stored Power, Calm Mind, Feather Dance.
Armarouge (Fire/Psychic): Flash Fire provides Fire immunity; Expanding Force or Psychic and Clear Smog to reset stat changes work well.
Ceruledge (Fire/Ghost): typing and Flash Fire make it a strong physical counter in this specific raid setup; Bitter Blade and Psycho Cut pair with Swords Dance for damage.
Conclusion
This 7-star Fighting Tera-Type Cinderace raid remains a high-reward, high-difficulty event in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet on Nintendo Switch.
Following the community-tested team compositions, prioritizing Psychic/Flying/Fairy coverage and preparing fully boosted, level 100 Pokémon will give groups the best chance of consistent success.
Let us know how your team performed during the raid.
