The latest challenge for dedicated Pokemon Scarlet and Violet players arrives this weekend, as the 7-Star Tera Raid featuring a Dark Tera Type Feraligatr storms into Nintendo Switch screens worldwide.
Developed by Game Freak and continually supported with new in-game events, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have become a staple for competitive and cooperative gameplay, with the eShop and regular Nintendo Directs keeping fans engaged through fresh content like this limited-time raid. For many trainers, this 7-Star Tera Raid represents a rare opportunity to acquire Feraligatr in-game without relying on Pokemon HOME transfers or trading.
The raid event, accessible only to those who have reached the end-game, does not just deliver a chance to catch this Mightiest Mark Feraligatr; it’s also one of the best sources for premium rewards including Vitamins, Rare Candies, Ability Patches, and the highly sought-after Herba Mystica, which are vital for competitive play and Pokémon breeding. **Unlocking 7-Star Tera Raids in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet** To tackle this elite challenge, trainers must complete a series of prerequisites: - Finish the main story and watch the end credits. - Complete all Gym Rematches and the Academy Ace Tournament. - Defeat at least 10 four-star or higher Tera Raid Battles. Meeting these requirements unlocks 7-Star Tera Raids, which can then appear in your overworld and on the Tera Raid board. **Feraligatr Dark Tera-Type Moveset and Abilities** This Feraligatr boasts a Dark Tera Type, making it vulnerable to Fighting, Bug, and Fairy-type attacks.
With the Sheer Force ability—removing secondary move effects while increasing base power—Feraligatr can deal consistent, heavy damage. Notable moves for this raid boss include: - Crunch (Dark-type, chance to flinch) - Liquidation (Water-type, lower defense chance) - Ice Punch (Ice-type) - Psychic Fangs (Psychic-type) - Dragon Dance and Swords Dance (boost Attack and Speed stats) - Earthquake (Ground-type, area hit) **Observed Raid Pattern** - At 99% time left: Opens with Swords Dance. - At 95%: Drains players’ Tera Orb charge. - At 80% time: Clears opponents’ buffs and disables abilities briefly. - At 75% time or HP: Activates Tera Shield. - At 70%: Uses Earthquake. - At 65% HP: Clears its negative statuses. - At 50% HP: Uses Dragon Dance. **Top Tips for Success in the Feraligatr 7-Star Tera Raid** - Avoid Pokémon weak to Dark, Water, Ice, and Psychic attacks, as faints reduce the battle timer. - Level 100 Pokémon vastly increase win rates. - Maximize stats with Vitamins, and use battle Cheers strategically (Go For It, Hang Tough, Heal Up) to boost team survivability and offensive power. **Best Pokemon Choices for the Raid** *Kommo-o* (Dragon/Fighting) - Resists most of Feraligatr’s attacks; Bulletproof ability for extra protection. - Body Press, Iron Defense, Screech, Breaking Swipe for sustained, safe damage. - Use Breaking Swipe early to lower Feraligatr’s attack, then boost defense before Terastalizing into Fighting type and unleashing Body Press. *Azumarill* (Water/Fairy) - Strong resistance to Feraligatr’s movepool, Huge Power for offense. - Move set: Belly Drum, Play Rough, Mud-Slap, Chilling Water. - Belly Drum maximizes attack after stat resets, then Terastalize and use Play Rough for heavy Fairy-type damage. *Scizor* (Bug/Steel) - Technician ability powers up Lunge and Bug Bite, resistant or neutral to all raid moves. - Swords Dance followed by Lunge or Bug Bite after Terastalizing to Bug. - Sunny Day can mitigate Water-type attacks. *Dondozo* (Water, with recommended Fighting Tera Type) - Unaware ability ignores raid boss’s stat changes, optimal in high-pressure situations. - Strategic moves: Body Press, Chilling Water, Curse, Protect. - Use Chilling Water to weaken Feraligatr, set up with Curse, then Terastalize into Fighting and attack with Body Press. Mastering the Feraligatr 7-Star Tera Raid in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet demands coordination, stat optimization, and the right raid team.
Keep these strategies in mind as the event runs on Nintendo Switch, and maximize your rewards from one of the game’s most lucrative Tera Raids to date.
For more elite raid coverage and guides, stay tuned to the latest updates from Game Freak and Nintendo’s eShop announcements.
Developed by Game Freak and continually supported with new in-game events, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have become a staple for competitive and cooperative gameplay, with the eShop and regular Nintendo Directs keeping fans engaged through fresh content like this limited-time raid. For many trainers, this 7-Star Tera Raid represents a rare opportunity to acquire Feraligatr in-game without relying on Pokemon HOME transfers or trading.
The raid event, accessible only to those who have reached the end-game, does not just deliver a chance to catch this Mightiest Mark Feraligatr; it’s also one of the best sources for premium rewards including Vitamins, Rare Candies, Ability Patches, and the highly sought-after Herba Mystica, which are vital for competitive play and Pokémon breeding. **Unlocking 7-Star Tera Raids in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet** To tackle this elite challenge, trainers must complete a series of prerequisites: - Finish the main story and watch the end credits. - Complete all Gym Rematches and the Academy Ace Tournament. - Defeat at least 10 four-star or higher Tera Raid Battles. Meeting these requirements unlocks 7-Star Tera Raids, which can then appear in your overworld and on the Tera Raid board. **Feraligatr Dark Tera-Type Moveset and Abilities** This Feraligatr boasts a Dark Tera Type, making it vulnerable to Fighting, Bug, and Fairy-type attacks.
With the Sheer Force ability—removing secondary move effects while increasing base power—Feraligatr can deal consistent, heavy damage. Notable moves for this raid boss include: - Crunch (Dark-type, chance to flinch) - Liquidation (Water-type, lower defense chance) - Ice Punch (Ice-type) - Psychic Fangs (Psychic-type) - Dragon Dance and Swords Dance (boost Attack and Speed stats) - Earthquake (Ground-type, area hit) **Observed Raid Pattern** - At 99% time left: Opens with Swords Dance. - At 95%: Drains players’ Tera Orb charge. - At 80% time: Clears opponents’ buffs and disables abilities briefly. - At 75% time or HP: Activates Tera Shield. - At 70%: Uses Earthquake. - At 65% HP: Clears its negative statuses. - At 50% HP: Uses Dragon Dance. **Top Tips for Success in the Feraligatr 7-Star Tera Raid** - Avoid Pokémon weak to Dark, Water, Ice, and Psychic attacks, as faints reduce the battle timer. - Level 100 Pokémon vastly increase win rates. - Maximize stats with Vitamins, and use battle Cheers strategically (Go For It, Hang Tough, Heal Up) to boost team survivability and offensive power. **Best Pokemon Choices for the Raid** *Kommo-o* (Dragon/Fighting) - Resists most of Feraligatr’s attacks; Bulletproof ability for extra protection. - Body Press, Iron Defense, Screech, Breaking Swipe for sustained, safe damage. - Use Breaking Swipe early to lower Feraligatr’s attack, then boost defense before Terastalizing into Fighting type and unleashing Body Press. *Azumarill* (Water/Fairy) - Strong resistance to Feraligatr’s movepool, Huge Power for offense. - Move set: Belly Drum, Play Rough, Mud-Slap, Chilling Water. - Belly Drum maximizes attack after stat resets, then Terastalize and use Play Rough for heavy Fairy-type damage. *Scizor* (Bug/Steel) - Technician ability powers up Lunge and Bug Bite, resistant or neutral to all raid moves. - Swords Dance followed by Lunge or Bug Bite after Terastalizing to Bug. - Sunny Day can mitigate Water-type attacks. *Dondozo* (Water, with recommended Fighting Tera Type) - Unaware ability ignores raid boss’s stat changes, optimal in high-pressure situations. - Strategic moves: Body Press, Chilling Water, Curse, Protect. - Use Chilling Water to weaken Feraligatr, set up with Curse, then Terastalize into Fighting and attack with Body Press. Mastering the Feraligatr 7-Star Tera Raid in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet demands coordination, stat optimization, and the right raid team.
Keep these strategies in mind as the event runs on Nintendo Switch, and maximize your rewards from one of the game’s most lucrative Tera Raids to date.
For more elite raid coverage and guides, stay tuned to the latest updates from Game Freak and Nintendo’s eShop announcements.
