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Pokemon GO Reshiram Raid Counters Guide

Check out the counters that will give you the best chance of defeating the powerful raid boss of Reshiram.
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Raids are some of the most exciting and popular activities that Trainers can experience in the world of Pokemon GO. It is always an exciting time when a new Raid boss appears for players to take on, which is why next week will be a momentous moment in the community when Reshiram becomes available for players to battle with their counters. Fortunately, we have the best counters to use against Reshiram in Pokemon GO covered for you.

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Pokemon GO Reshiram Raid Counters

Trainers will find that this legendary raid character is a Dragon and Fire-type. These attributes mean that players who utilize characters who are Dragon, Ground, and Rock-types will find much more success in achieving victory against the raid boss of Reshiram. 

You can find the best counters to use against Reshiram below:

  • Dialga
  • Rayquaza
  • Rampardos
  • Haxorus
  • Palkia
  • Salamence
  • Dragonite
  • Garchomp
  • Rhyperior
  • Terrakion
  • Groudon
  • Excadrill
  • Tyranitar

 Pokemon Go Reshiram Raid Counters

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Players will see this legendary character appear five-star raids beginning at 1 PM PDT on Tuesday, May 16th. Individuals will then have the chance to use their counters to beat this Raid boss until 1 PM PDT on Tuesday, June 16th. There will also be a raid hour schedule during this time where raids featuring Reshiram will happen more often. This schedule can be found below:

  • Wednesday, May 27, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time
  • Wednesday, June 3, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time
  • Wednesday, June 10, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time

Check out one of our video guides for the popular game where we provide you with some raiding tips:

Do you want to learn more about Pokemon GO besides the best counters to use against the raid boss of Reshiram? If so, be sure to check out our dedicated hub for the popular game or three of our most recent pieces of coverage below:

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