Pokemon Scarlet & Violet 7-Star Quaquaval Tera Raid Counters

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 for success. Let's dive into the strategies and Pokémon that will give you the edge.

Quaquaval’s Weaknesses and Resistances

Before tackling this powerful Pokémon, understanding its type matchups is key. Quaquaval is a Water/Fighting type with a Water Tera Type during the raid. This means it's 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, Quaquaval resists Water, Fire, Ice, Dark, Rock, Bug, and Steel-type moves.

Quaquaval’s Moveset

Quaquaval's moveset in this 7-Star raid presents a significant challenge. Expect to face 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 an extra layer of complexity, while Ice Spinner's 100% accuracy and terrain removal ability can disrupt strategies. Feather Dance's Attack stat reduction further complicates matters. Finally, Quaquaval's Moxie ability boosts its Attack after a knockout, making it even more formidable.

Best 7-Star Quaquaval Counters

Several Pokémon stand out as excellent counters for this raid. Eelektross, Miraidon, and Serperior offer a blend of offensive power and strategic advantages. Let's examine optimal builds for each:

Eelektross Build

Eelektross's Levitate ability renders it immune to Ground-type moves, a significant advantage. Its resistance to Flying-type attacks also proves valuable against Quaquaval's arsenal.

• 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

Miraidon Build

Miraidon excels at neutralizing Quaquaval's Moxie ability, making it a strong team player.

• 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

Serperior Build

Serperior, another strong starter, offers a potent counter to Quaquaval, particularly if you can negate Ice Spinner's effect.

• 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

Participating in the 7-Star Quaquaval Tera Raid

Remember, you need to complete the Academy Ace Tournament to unlock 7-Star Raids. This involves defeating all eight Gyms again after the main story and winning the tournament. Then, participate in 4 and 5-Star Raids until Jacq contacts you.

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.