How to beat Shadow Suicune Raid in Pokemon Go
NianticPokemon Go players can catch Shadow Suicune from Raids and add a powerful Legendary to their teams.
But beating it is easier said than done, as the Raid Boss gets enraged several times during the battle, requiring special items to get the job done.
We’ve got you covered, as here are the recommended counters to beat Shadow Suicune Raids, along with details on the important items – Shadow Shards and Purified Gems.
Best counters for Shadow Lugia Raid in Pokemon Go
| Pokemon | Moveset | Sprite |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Sceptile | Bullet Seed and Frenzy Plant |  |
| Kartana | Razor Leaf and Lefa Blade |  |
| Zekrom | Charge Beam and Fusion Bolt |  |
| Mega Venusaur | Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant |  |
| Zarude | Vine Whip and Power Whip |  |
| Xurkitree | Thunder Shock and Discharge |  |
While the above list shows the top counters to beat Shadow Suicune Raids in Pokemon Go, you can also use other options such as Magnezone, Electivire, Raikou, Chesnaught, and Tangrowth.
How to get Shadow Suicune in Pokemon Go
You can get Shadow Suicune by defeating it in 5-Star Shadow Raids. These battles will take place every weekend in August at random times.
Shadow Raids are available only locally and you must gather a team of friends to beat it. So, you cannot use Remote Raid Passes.
If you get a Shadow Suicune with good IVs, power it up for the Go Battle League as it is viable in all three PvP formats.
Pokemon Go Purified Gems & Shadow Shards explained
Purified Gems are items that subdue an enraged Shadow Raid Boss and make it easier to beat. Shadow Shards, on the other hand, are dropped by Team Rocket members, and upon collecting enough of them, you can get Gems.
An enraged species has boosted Attack and Defense, making it crucial to use Purified Gems to beat them. You can find the icon for using Gems on the bottom left corner of your Raid battle screen.
NianticShadow Suicune weaknesses
As a pure Water-type Pokemon, Shadow Suicune is weak to Grass and Electric-type moves.
Also, it is resistant to Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water-type attacks, so avoid those Pokemon types and moves.
It’s recommended to face this Raid with at least five high-level players, but it can also be defeated with a group of six to nine lower-level participants with the right counters.
Shadow Suicune moveset
Fast Moves
Hidden Power can be taught to Suicune only with an Elite Fast TM.
Charged Moves
- Scald (Water)
- Hydro Pump (Water)
- Bubble Beam (Water)
- Water Pulse (Water)
- Ice Beam (Ice)
NianticCan Shadow Suicune be shiny in Pokemon Go?
Yes, shiny Shadow Suicune is available in Pokemon Go. The odds of getting a shiny Shadow Legendary are 1 in 20 encounters.
Additionally, a shiny encounter from a 5-Star Raid is a guaranteed catch. So, use Pinap Berries to earn double Candy for Suicune and power it up.
Aside from Shadow Suicune, you can also battle other powerhouses in August’s Raids, including Thundurus Incarnate and Mega Kangaskhan.