Prepare yourself for an exhilarating challenge in the realm of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet! The highly coveted 7-Star Tera Raids are now within your reach, offering an unparalleled opportunity to capture the most formidable Pokémon. Embark on this epic journey and discover the secrets to unlocking these legendary encounters that will test your skills and determination to the very core.
To embark upon the path towards unlocking 7-Star Tera Raids, you must first traverse the treacherous roads of the Paldea region. Engage in countless battles, both grand and small, to hone your skills as a Pokémon Trainer. As you progress, keep a vigilant eye out for Tera Raid events, signaled by shimmering pillars of light emanating from Poké Centers across the land. These Tera Raids serve as stepping stones, each victory bringing you closer to your ultimate goal.
As you conquer Tera Raids, your hard-earned rewards will not only include valuable items and experience points but also something even more precious – Tera Shards. These shards, imbued with the essence of different Tera types, hold the key to unlocking the enigmatic 7-Star Tera Raids. By diligently collecting these shards, you will eventually possess the means to manipulate the Tera types of your Pokémon, granting them the power to face the most daunting challenges that await you. The journey to unlocking 7-Star Tera Raids is arduous, but the rewards are immeasurable. Prepare your team, for the greatest battles of your Pokémon training career lie ahead.
The Art of Tera Raiding
Tera Raiding is a cooperative multiplayer mode in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet that allows players to team up with three other players to take on powerful Tera Pokémon. To unlock 7-Star Tera Raids, you must first complete the following steps:
1. Complete the Main Story
The first step to unlocking 7-Star Tera Raids is to complete the main story of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This involves defeating all eight Gym Leaders, Team Star Bosses, and Titan Pokémon, as well as completing the Path of Legends. Once you have completed the main story, you will be able to access 5-Star and 6-Star Tera Raids.
2. Increase Your Raid Rank
Your Raid Rank is a measure of your proficiency in Tera Raids. As you participate in and win more Tera Raids, your Raid Rank will increase. To unlock 7-Star Tera Raids, you must reach Raid Rank 10.
3. Defeat 10 5-Star Tera Raids
After reaching Raid Rank 10, you must defeat 10 5-Star Tera Raids. These raids can be found in the wild areas of Paldea, and they are indicated by a purple beam of light.
4. Defeat 5 6-Star Tera Raids
After defeating 10 5-Star Tera Raids, you must defeat 5 6-Star Tera Raids. These raids can be found in the wild areas of Paldea, and they are indicated by a yellow beam of light.
5. Receive a 7-Star Tera Raid Notification
Once you have defeated 5 6-Star Tera Raids, you will receive a notification that you have unlocked 7-Star Tera Raids. These raids can be found in the wild areas of Paldea, and they are indicated by a red beam of light.
| Raid Rank | Requirements |
|---|---|
| 1 | Complete the Tutorial |
| 2 | Win 1 4-Star Tera Raid |
| 3 | Win 3 4-Star Tera Raids |
| 4 | Win 10 4-Star Tera Raids |
| 5 | Win 1 5-Star Tera Raid |
| 6 | Win 3 5-Star Tera Raids |
| 7 | Win 10 5-Star Tera Raids |
| 8 | Win 1 6-Star Tera Raid |
| 9 | Win 3 6-Star Tera Raids |
| 10 | Win 10 6-Star Tera Raids |
Unlocking the 7-Star Raid Tier
In order to unlock the 7-Star Raid Tier, Trainers must first complete the main storyline and postgame content of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Once this is accomplished, the player will need to:
- Obtain all 18 Gym Badges.
- Defeat the Elite Four and the Pokémon Champion Geeta.
- Complete the Crater storyline and defeat the 5-Star Tera Raid at the Great Crater of Paldea.
After completing these requirements, the 7-Star Raid Tier will be unlocked and Trainers will be able to participate in the most challenging Raids in the game.
Tips for Participating in 7-Star Raids
7-Star Raids are extremely difficult and require Trainers to be well-prepared. Here are some tips for participating in these Raids:
1. Use the Right Pokémon: Choose Pokémon that are strong against the Raid boss’s Tera type and have moves that can exploit its weaknesses.
2. Have a Balanced Team: Your team should include Pokémon with different roles, such as attackers, supports, and tanks.
3. Gear Your Pokémon Well: Make sure your Pokémon have Held Items, Abilities, and EVs that enhance their battle capabilities.
4. Be Strategic: Pay attention to the Raid boss’s moves and attack patterns, and adjust your strategy accordingly.
5. Communicate with Your Team: If playing with others, use the in-game chat or voice chat to coordinate your attacks and strategy.
| Raid Boss | Tera Type | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|
| Charizard | Dragon | Fairy, Rock, Dragon |
| Cinderace | Fire | Water, Ground, Rock |
| Greninja | Water | Electric, Grass, Fairy |
Understanding Tera Types and Matchups
Types and Interactions
Every Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet has a primary and secondary type. These types affect the effectiveness of moves and the damage received. There is also a third type known as the "Tera Type," which is a special type that a Pokémon can change to during a Tera Raid Battle.
The Tera Type can be any of the 18 types in the game, and it can provide a significant advantage in battle. For example, an Electric-type Pokémon with a Water-type Tera Type will be more resistant to Electric attacks and will do super effective damage to Ground-type Pokémon.
Type Effectiveness
The following table shows the effectiveness of each type against other types:
| Normal | Fire | Water | Grass | Electric | Ice | Fighting | Poison | Ground | Flying | Psychic | Bug | Rock | Ghost | Dragon | Dark | Steel | Fairy | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Normal | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fire | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Water | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Grass | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Electric | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ice | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fighting | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Poison | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ground | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flying | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Psychic | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.5 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bug | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 0.5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Rock | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ghost | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Dragon | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Dark | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Steel | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Ability | Description |
|---|---|
| Hidden Abilities | Rare abilities that provide a significant advantage. Obtain them through breeding or special events. |
| Egg Moves | Exclusive moves that your Pokémon can learn only by hatching from an egg. Supplement your team’s moveset. |
| Competitive Training | Meticulously train your Pokémon’s individual stats, such as Attack, Speed, and Defense, to maximize their performance. |
| Nature | Select a nature that aligns with your Pokémon’s role, such as “Adamant” for physical attackers or “Timid” for special attackers. |
| IVs and EVs | Individual Values (IVs) and Effort Values (EVs) determine your Pokémon’s base stats. Max out IVs in relevant stats and allocate EVs strategically to enhance specific capabilities. |
| Held Items | Equip your Pokémon with held items that provide bonuses to their stats, moves, or abilities, such as Choice Specs for special attackers or Assault Vest for defensive tanks. |
Utilizing Held Items and Abilities
In 7-Star Tera Raids, Pokémon wield formidable abilities and possess unique held items that can significantly impact the battle. Understanding their abilities and coordinating held items among your team is crucial for success.
Abilities
Pokémon in 7-Star Tera Raids often have abilities that enhance their stats or disrupt the opponent’s strategy. Some common abilities include:
- Mold Breaker: Ignores the opponent’s ability-altering effects, such as Clear Body.
- Teravolt: Boosts Electric-type moves when the Pokémon is hit by a Water-type move.
- Tinted Lens: Increases the damage of non-critical hits by 30%.
Held Items
Pokémon in 7-Star Tera Raids may hold items that provide them with stat bonuses, heal them, or inflict status effects on the opponent. Some common held items include:
| Item | Effect |
|---|---|
| Leftovers | Restores 1/16 of maximum health each turn. |
| Choice Scarf | Increases Speed by 50%, but locks the Pokémon into a single move. |
| Assault Vest | Boosts Special Defense by 50%, but prevents the use of status moves. |
When selecting held items for your Pokémon, consider the following strategies:
- Stat Boosters: Items like Choice Specs or Assault Vest can enhance your Pokémon’s stats, making them harder to defeat.
- Healing Items: Leftovers or Chesto Berries can provide passive healing, helping your Pokémon stay in the battle longer.
- Status-Inducing Items: Items like Black Sludge or Toxic Orb can inflict status effects on the opponent, slowing them down or damaging them over time.
Coordinating with Your Team
Communicate Effectively
Establish clear communication channels using voice chat or text messages. Designate a team leader to coordinate strategy and prioritize targets.
Use specific terminology to avoid confusion. For example, assign each Pokémon a number or color code to simplify communication.
Share Buffs and Debuffs
Maximize your team’s potential by sharing buffs and applying debuffs. Utilize Pokémon with moves like Helping Hand, Work Up, and Guard Break.
Coordinate attacks to focus on a specific target or break an opponent’s shield. Use moves like Follow Me to draw fire and protect weaker team members.
Consider Roles and Responsibilities
Assign specific roles to each team member based on their Pokémon’s abilities. Designate one Pokémon as a healer, one as a tank, and the others as attackers.
Cooperate to create a balanced team composition and maximize your chances of success. Use the following table for role ideas:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Healer | Restore HP and remove debuffs |
| Tank | Draw attacks and protect teammates |
| Attacker | Deal damage to opponents and break shields |
Mastering Raid Mechanics
7. Engage in 7-Star Tera Raids
Access to 7-Star Tera Raids requires completing 4-6 Star raids. These elite encounters test players’ skills with extreme challenges and exclusive rewards. To conquer 7-Star Tera Raids, mastery of raid mechanics is essential.
Understanding Tera Raid type advantages and weaknesses is crucial. Study the Pokémon’s typing, moves, and potential Tera types to strategize your team’s strengths and mitigate weaknesses.
Raid Battles impose time limits. Use this timer wisely by coordinating with teammates and minimizing time wasted on unnecessary actions. Time management is key to maximizing damage output and avoiding raid failure.
Shielding and supporting your team is essential. Pokémon with support moves like Protect, Reflect, and Follow Me can safeguard allies from devastating attacks, allowing teammates to unleash powerful offensive attacks without interruption.
Effective communication is critical. Discuss strategies, call out incoming enemy moves, and coordinate healing efforts to increase the chances of a successful raid. Online multiplayer or voice chat can facilitate seamless communication.
Countering Star-Power Buffs
Star-Power Buffs enhance the Tera Pokémon’s already formidable abilities, making them even more challenging to defeat. Understanding these Buffs and implementing effective countermeasures is crucial.
Defensive Buffs
These Buffs increase the Pokémon’s defenses, making them harder to damage. Consider using Pokémon with high Attack stat or moves with high base power.
Type Advantage
Exploiting the Tera Pokémon’s type disadvantage can significantly weaken their defenses. Use Pokémon with super-effective moves to deal more damage.
Held Items
Certain held items can mitigate Defensive Buffs. For example, Choice Band boosts Attack or Choice Scarf increases Speed.
Status Effects
Inflicting status effects like Sleep or Paralysis can temporarily hinder the Tera Pokémon, reducing their effectiveness in battle.
Moves with High Priority
Moves with high priority can bypass Defensive Buffs and land before the opponent’s attacks. Examples include Sucker Punch and Mach Punch.
Weather Effects
Weather effects can alter the effectiveness of certain moves. For instance, Rain Dance boosts Water-type moves while Sun boosts Fire-type moves.
Terrain Effects
Terrain effects can also influence move effectiveness. Psychic Terrain benefits Psychic-type moves, while Electric Terrain boosts Electric-type moves.
CHEERS
CHEERS, a support mechanic, can provide temporary stat boosts to your team. Certain CHEERS can increase Attack, Speed, or Defense.
| Star Level | Requirements |
|---|---|
| 7★ | Defeat 20 6★ Tera Raids |
The Rewards of 7-Star Tera Raids
Challenging the most difficult Tera Raids in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet offers exclusive and lucrative rewards:
Herba Mystica
Defeating 7-Star Tera Raid Pokémon rewards you with Herba Mystica, a valuable item used to craft various TMs. Unlike in previous Pokémon games where Herba Mystica was obtained from raid dens, it can now be acquired consistently through this end-game activity.
Exclusive Pokémon Encounters
7-Star Tera Raids provide an opportunity to encounter and capture rare Pokémon that are not available through regular gameplay. These Pokémon often have unique Tera types and can possess powerful moves or abilities.
Rare Candy XL
Defeating 7-Star Tera Raids rewards you with a significant number of Rare Candy XL, an item that can be used to level up your Pokémon quickly. This can greatly expedite the growth and development of your team.
Ability Capsules
Ability Capsules allow you to change the ability of your Pokémon, potentially optimizing their performance in battle. You can obtain Ability Capsules as rewards from 7-Star Tera Raids.
Rare Tera Shards
Rare Tera Shards are rare items that reduce the Tera charge required to Terastallize your Pokémon in battle. You can collect a variety of Rare Tera Shards from 7-Star Tera Raids, giving you greater control over your Pokémon’s Tera types.
Exp. Candy M
Defeating 7-Star Tera Raid Pokémon grants you a substantial amount of Exp. Candy M, a high-level experience-boosting item. This can significantly accelerate the leveling process of your Pokémon.
Golden Bottle Caps
Golden Bottle Caps are precious items that allow you to maximize the individual values (IVs) of your Pokémon, ensuring they reach their full potential in battle. You have a chance of obtaining Golden Bottle Caps from 7-Star Tera Raids.
Title
Defeating your first 7-Star Tera Raid will grant you the exclusive “7-Star Tera Raid Conqueror” title, signifying your accomplishment as a formidable trainer.
| Reward | Description |
|---|---|
| Herba Mystica | Used to craft powerful TMs. |
| Rare Pokémon Encounters | Capture rare Pokémon with unique Tera types. |
| Rare Candy XL | Quickly level up your Pokémon. |
| Ability Capsules | Change the abilities of your Pokémon. |
| Rare Tera Shards | Reduce the Tera charge time. |
| Exp. Candy M | Grant significant experience to your Pokémon. |
| Golden Bottle Caps | Maximize your Pokémon’s IVs. |
| Title | Receive the “7-Star Tera Raid Conqueror” title. |
Tips for Success
Unlocking 7 Star Tera Raids requires a combination of preparation and skill. Follow these tips to increase your chances of success:
1. Start with 5 Star Raids
Before attempting 7 Star Raids, build experience by completing 5 Star Raids. This will allow you to familiarize yourself with the mechanics and refine your strategy.
2. Team Selection
Choose a team with a diverse range of Pokémon types and abilities. It’s important to have both offensive and defensive options to counter different raid bosses.
3. Type Matchups
Consider the type matchup between your Pokémon and the raid boss. Using super-effective moves will deal significantly more damage.
4. Abilities and Stats
Pay attention to the abilities and stats of your Pokémon. Abilities like Truant, which prevents a Pokémon from attacking every other turn, should be avoided.
5. Level Up and EV Train
Make sure your Pokémon are sufficiently leveled and EV trained. Higher levels and IVs will improve their overall stats and effectiveness in battle.
6. Use Support Moves
In addition to attacking moves, consider using support moves like Protect, Reflect, and Light Screen to shield your Pokémon from damage.
7. Learn Raid Boss Attacks
Study the attack patterns of the raid boss you’re targeting. This will help you anticipate their moves and react accordingly.
8. Communication
If conducting raids with friends, communicate effectively to coordinate attacks and healing. Use short commands like “Focus” or “Heal” for quick coordination.
9. Persistence
Don’t give up if you fail a raid attempt. Learn from your mistakes and adjust your strategy accordingly. With perseverance and practice, you will eventually succeed.
10. Advanced Techniques
Once you’re comfortable with the basics, consider these advanced techniques to further optimize your performance:
| Technique | Description |
|---|---|
| Status Conditions | Use status conditions like poison, burn, or paralysis to weaken the raid boss. |
| Weather Manipulation | Utilize weather-based abilities like Drought or Rain Dish to boost the power of your attacks. |
| Item Switching | Switch items during the raid to adjust your strategy based on the situation. |
| Synchronization | Use the Synchronization ability to ensure that the raid boss has the same nature as your lead Pokémon. |
| Trick Room | Use Trick Room to reverse the speed order, allowing slower Pokémon to attack first. |
How to Unlock 7 Star Tera Raids
To unlock 7 Star Tera Raids in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, you must first complete the following steps:
- Complete the Main Story
- Defeat the Elite Four
- Challenge the Champion
- Complete the 6 Star Tera Raid Challenge (located in Cascarrafa)
- Talk to Professor Jacq
After completing all five steps, 7 Star Tera Raids will become available. These Raids feature incredibly powerful Pokemon with unique moves and abilities. To succeed in these Raids, it is essential to have a strong team of high-level Pokemon and a well-coordinated strategy.
