Get ready for another challenging 7-Star Tera Raid in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, this time featuring the fiery Water/Fighting-type starter, Quaquaval! This raid won't be a walk in the park, so knowing the best counters is crucial. Let's dive into the strategies and Pokémon that will give you the edge.
Quaquaval's Weaknesses and Resistances
To conquer this 7-Star raid, understanding Quaquaval's type matchups is paramount. As a Water/Fighting-type with a Water Tera type, Quaquaval is weak to Electric, Grass, Fairy, Flying, and Psychic-type moves. Electric and Grass-type attacks will be particularly effective due to the Water Tera type. Conversely, it resists Water, Fire, Ice, Dark, Rock, Bug, and Steel-type attacks. Keep these matchups in mind when selecting your team.
Quaquaval's Moveset
Quaquaval's moveset in this raid includes Aqua Step (Water), Brave Bird (Flying), Close Combat (Fighting), Feather Dance (Flying), Ice Spinner (Ice), and Mega Kick (Fighting). The inclusion of Flying-type moves adds a layer of complexity, potentially disrupting strategies relying solely on Grass-types. Ice Spinner is particularly troublesome, boasting 100% accuracy and removing any terrain effects. Furthermore, Quaquaval's Moxie ability boosts its Attack after a knockout, making it a formidable opponent.
Best 7-Star Quaquaval Counters
Eelektross, Miraidon, and Serperior emerge as top contenders for countering Quaquaval. Their type advantages and strategic utility make them excellent choices for tackling this raid. Let's examine optimal builds for each:
Eelektross Build
Eelektross's Levitate ability grants immunity to Ground-type moves, and its resistance to Flying-type attacks makes it a solid choice.
- Ability: Levitate
- Nature: Modest
- Tera Type: Electric
- Held Item: Shell Bell
- EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 Def, 4 HP
- Moveset: Acid Spray, Discharge, Gastro Acid, Sunny Day
Discharge's paralysis chance can create crucial openings, while Sunny Day weakens Water-type moves. Gastro Acid neutralizes Moxie.
Miraidon Build
Miraidon excels at disabling Quaquaval's Moxie ability, making it a valuable asset in a team setting.
- Ability: Hadron Engine
- Nature: Modest
- Tera Type: Electric
- Held Item: Shell Bell
- EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 Def, 4 HP
- Moveset: Electric Drive, Electric Terrain, Metal Sound, Calm Mind
Electric Terrain provides a boost, while Electric Drive delivers consistent damage. Calm Mind and Metal Sound offer additional support.
Serperior Build
Serperior offers a strong Grass-type counter, provided you can mitigate Ice Spinner.
- Ability: Contrary
- Nature: Modest
- Tera Type: Grass
- Held Item: Light Clay
- EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 Def, 4 HP
- Moveset: Gastro Acid, Giga Drain, Leaf Storm, Reflect
Reflect negates Ice Spinner's damage, allowing Leaf Storm to shine. Giga Drain provides sustain, and Gastro Acid disables Moxie.
Participating in the 7-Star Quaquaval Tera Raid
Access to 7-Star Raids requires completing the Academy Ace Tournament after the main story. The Quaquaval Tera Raid runs from March 14th, 7 PM EST to March 20th, 6:59 PM EST.
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is available now on Nintendo Switch.
