The incredibly powerful Shadow Ho-Oh will appear in Pokemon Go as part of a special Raid weekend, Here’s everything you need to know to easily defeat it in battle.
From January 27, 2024, to January 28, 2024, Ho-Oh will replace Moltres in the available Shadow Raids for that month. Moltres will still appear in Shadow Raids during the remaining weekends of January 2024.
Ho-Oh is the Legendary face of Pokemon Gold, appearing as part of the Tower Duo alongside Lugia from Pokemon Silver. Back in 1996, it was the first Generation 2 creature to be revealed, appearing to Ash in the first episode of the Pokemon anime.
Shadow Ho-Oh is an incredibly potent foe. If you’re hoping to face Ho-Oh in Shadow Raids, keep reading to learn the Legendary’s weaknesses & best counters.
Shadow Ho-Oh weaknesses in Pokemon Go
Shadow Ho-Oh is a dual Fire/Flying-type Pokemon, meaning it’s weak to Rock, Electric, and Water-type moves. However, Rock-type attacks will be double effective against Shadow Ho-Oh, so make sure to use those if possible.
You’ll want to avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Grass, Ground, and Steel-type Pokemon or attacks against Shadow Ho-Oh, as it will resist damage from these moves.
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Best counters for Shadow Ho-Oh in Pokemon Go
Here are the best counters and movesets to easily defeat Shadow Ho-Oh:
| Pokemon | Moves |
| Mega Swampert | Mud Shot & Muddy Water |
| Mega Diancie | Rock Throw & Rock Slide |
| Giratina | Shadow Claw & Ancient Power |
| Mega Slowbro | Water Gun & Surf |
| Mega Tyranitar | Smack Down & Stone Edge |
| Mega Ampharos | Volt Switch & Thunder Punch |
| Mega Rayquaza | Dragon Tail & Breaking Swipe |
| Mega Latios | Dragon Breath & Dragon Claw |
| Mega Gyarados | Waterfall & Aqua Tail |
| Primal Kyogre | Waterfall & Surf |
If you don’t have any of the counters mentioned above, you can always use your strongest Water, Rock, or Electric-type Pokemon.
As Shadow Ho-Oh is a Legendary Pokemon faced in a special Raid, your best bet is to have friends alongside you with equally powerful Pokemon, along with Purified Gems. Even with these measures, Shadow Ho-Oh is a dangerous threat, so don’t take the battle lightly.
That’s everything you need to know about defeating Ho-Oh in Pokemon Go. Check out our other helpful guides below:
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