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There are a variety of different events that occur inPokemon GO, many of them coming and passing rather consistently as new items and mechanics are introduced into the game. Many new Pokemon are even added through the use of events, creating special Raid opportunities, wild encounters, Field Research, or even Timed Research encounters.
OnMay 23, 2024, theUltra Space Wonders eventkicks off inPokemon GO, marking the debut ofseveral Ultra Beasts. Among these lucky Ultra Beasts to make a first appearance is Stakataka, who is featuring in Five-Star Raid battles during the dates of this event. As this is Stakataka’s debut, Trainers from all over the world will be flocking to local Raid battles in an attempt to catch this specimen, so knowing the primary weaknesses and best counters beforehand can enable you to pick out the best team and find success in securing this Pokemon for your collection.
Pokemon GO: Stakataka Weakness & Resistances
Stakataka will be available to battle and capture throughPokemon GO’s Five-Star Raid battles, during the dates of theUltra Space Wonders event. This event will run from10 AM local timeonMay 23, 2024, until8 PM local timeonMay 28, 2024, giving players five days total to defeat and acquire this Pokemon.
Stakataka will only be available to players living in the Eastern Hemisphere, as the 5-Star Raid spawns for Ultra Space Wonders differ depending on where in the world you live. On the other hand, players in the Western Hemispehre will only be able to encounter Blacephalon in 5-Star Raids during Ultra Space Wonders.
Stakataka is a Rock and Steel Dual-Type Pokemon. This means that this Ultra Beast is weak toPokemon or attacks that are Water Type, but will be2x weak to Pokemon or attacks that are either the Fighting or Ground Type. This is undoubtedly Stakataka’s most glaring weakness; however, this Pokemon also carries resistances toPoison, Normal, Ice, Rock, Psychic, Fairy, Bug, and Dragon Types. For this reason, when it comes to picking a team, you’ll need to avoid these resistances and instead prioritize Stakataka’s 2x weaknesses, as this can give you a massive advantage in battle.
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Stakataka’s best moveset combination ofRock Throw and Stone Edgecan enablethis Ultra Beast Pokemonto dish out approximately 12.96 damage per second and a total 481.5 damage before fainting.
For this reason, players will need to carefully select thePokemon they bring into this battle, ensuring they have a Type or move advantage and will be able to match or outlast Stakataka to ensure success. The best Stakataka Counters have been identified below, as well as the best moveset combination for each of these Pokemon to secure the best damage output.
