Pokemon Go will headline Suicune during upcoming Shadow Raid weekends. Here’s everything you need to know about its weaknesses & best counters, including what Pokemon works best against the Shadow Legendary.
The Shared Skies season has featured several Legendaries during Raids, and Shadow Suicune will get its turn in Shadow Raids on weekends in August 2024. While Shadow Suicune may not be the most powerful Water-type available, it can still pack a punch given its stature (#151 in Master League per PvPoke) and attributes.
If you’re wondering how to defeat Shadow Suicune, you’ll need powerful Pokemon like Mega Sceptile and Xurkitree. Keep reading for more information.
Shadow Suicune weaknesses in Pokemon Go
As a pure Water-type Pokemon, Suicune is weak to Grass-type and Electric-type attacks. However, it takes decreased damage from Fire, Ice, Steel, and Water-type moves.
Shadow Suicune counters in Pokemon Go
Here are the best counters to use against Shadow Suicune:
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| Pokemon | Sprite | Moveset |
| Mega Sceptile | Fury Cutter & Frenzy Plant | |
| Kartana | Razor Leaf & Leaf Blade | |
| Shadow Electivire | Thunder Shock & Wild Charge | |
| Xurkitree | Thunder Shock & Discharge | |
| Shadow Raikou | Volt Switch & Wild Charge | |
| Mega Manectric | Thunder Fang & Wild Charge | |
| Zekrom | Charge Beam & Fusion Bolt | |
| Shadow Zapdos | Thunder Shock & Thunderbolt | |
| Shadow Magnezone | Volt Switch & Wild Charge | |
| Mega Venusaur | Vine Whip & Frenzy Plant |
If you don’t have any of the Pokemon mentioned above, we recommend bringing your strongest Electric-type or Grass-type attackers to take down Shadow Suicune.
How to get Shadow Suicune in Pokemon Go
Shadow Suicune is present during Shadow Raid weekends throughout August 2024. Previously, Pokemon Go featured Shadow Entei on weekends during July 2024.
Can Shadow Suicune be Shiny in Pokemon Go?
Yes, the Shiny version of Shadow Suicune is currently available in Pokemon Go. If you’re lucky, you could encounter one in Shadow Raids.
That’s all you need to know about Shadow Suicune’s weaknesses and best counters in Pokemon Go. For more content on the game, check out its event schedule and the current Raid boss line-up.