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One of the most talked about mechanics coming to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is the new Terastallizing feature. This allows Pokémon to change their original base typing into something completely new. We've already seen the benefits of using Terastal Pokémon in various trailers, where the Rock-type Pokémon Sudowoodo, for example, shed its weakness to water by changing into a Grass-type.
Terastal Pokémon is definitely going to shake up the metagame, and one of the best ways to acquire Terastal Pokémon is via Tera Raid battles. This article will cover what Tera Raid battles are, what players can expect the gameplay to be like in Tera Raid battles, and the current list of Tera Raid battle events!
22nd November 2023 Update: This guide reflects that the Mighty Hisuian Samurott Tera Raid event will begin on 24th November 2023 in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. The original article continues below.
Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Tera Raid: All Battle Events & Schedule
The following is a list of the current, expired, and upcoming Tera Raid battles in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet:
| Featured Tera Raid Pokémon: | Tera Raid Event Schedule: |
Mighty Hisuian Samurott (NEW TERA RAID) |
24th November 2023 at 12 am UTC to 26th November 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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1st December 2023 at 12 am UTC to 3rd December 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Mighty Eevee | 17th November 2023 at 12 am UTC to 20th November 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Mighty Hisuian Typholosion |
3rd November 2023 at 12 am UTC to 10th November 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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10th November 2023 at 12 am UTC to 12th November 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Trick and Treats from Mismagius | 27th October 2023 at 12 am UTC to 31st October 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Mighty Hisuian Decidueye |
6th October 2023 at 12 am UTC to 8th October 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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13th October 2023 at 12 am UTCto 15th October 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Iron Moth and Slither Wing | 22nd September 2023 at 12 am UTC to 24th September 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Mewtwo | 1st September 2023 at 12 am UTC to 17th September 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Blissey, Hydreigon and Scizor | 9th August 2023 at 12 am UTC until 17th August 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| 31st August 2023 at 12 am UTC until 17th September 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC | |
| Rillaboom |
28th July 2023 at 12 am UTC to 30th July 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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4th August 2023 at 12 am UTC until 6th August 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Delphox | 7th July 2023 at 11 pm UTC to 14th July 2023 at 10:59 pm UTC |
| Chest-form Gimmighoul | 21st June 2023 at 3 pm UTC until 2nd July 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Great Tusk (Scarlet) and Iron Treads (Violet) | 16th June 2023 at 12 am UTC until 18th June 2023 at 11: 59 pm UTC |
| Chesnaught | 16th June 2023 at 12 am UTC until 18th June 2023 at 11: 59 pm UTC |
| Walking Wake and Iron Leaves | 1st May 2023 at 12 am UTC until 14th May 2023 at 11:59 UTC |
| Inteleon | 28th April 2023 at 12 am UTC until 30th April 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| 5th May 2023 at 12 am UTC until 7th May 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC | |
| Typholosion |
14th April 2023 at 12 am UTC until 16th April 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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21st April 2023 at 12 am UTC until 23rd April 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Blissey |
21st April 2023 at 12 am UTC until 23rd April 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Ditto | 7th April 2023 at 12 am UTC until 9th April 2023 at 11:5p pm UTC |
| Samurott |
31st March 2023 at 12 am UTC until 2nd April 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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7th April 2023 at 12 am UTC until 9th April 2023 at 11:5p pm UTC |
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| Decidueye |
17th March 2023 at 12 am UTC until 19th March 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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24th March 2023 at 12 am UTC until 26th March 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Walking Wake and Iron Leaves | 27th February 2023 at 3 pm UTC until 12th March 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Pikachu | 24th February 2023 at 12 am UTC until 27th February 2023 at 2:59 pm UTC |
| Garchomp and Sylveon | 17th February 2023 at 12 am UTC until 19th February 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Tandemaus | 13th February 2023 at 12 am UTC until 15th February 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Greninja | 10th February 2023 at 12 am UTC until 12th February 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Armarouge (Scarlet) and Ceruledge (Violet) | 3rd February 2023 at 12 am UTC until 5th February 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Drifblim and Mismagius | 20th January 2023 at 12 am UTC until 22nd January 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Hydreigon and Dragapult | 6th January 2023 at 12 am UTC until 8th January 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Cinderace |
30th December 2022 at 12 am UTC until 1st January 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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13th January 2023 at 12 am UTC until 15th January 2023 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Delibird | 23rd December 2022 at 12 am UTC until 25th December 2022 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Tyranitar and Salamence | 9th December 2022 at 12 am UTC until 11th December 2022 at 11:59 pm UTC |
| Unrivaled Charizard |
2nd December 2022 at 12 am UTC until 4th December 2022 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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16th December 2022 at 12 am UTC until 18th December 2022 at 11:59 pm UTC |
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| Eevee Spotlight | 25th November 2022 at 12 am UTC until 27th Movember 2022 at 11:59 pm UTC |
What Are Tera Raid Battles In Pokémon Scarlet And Violet?
Much like Gigantamax or Dynamax Raid battles in Pokémon Sword and Shield, Tera Raid battles are a co-op feature where you and three other players take on a powerful enemy boss. These enemy boss Pokémon will be much stronger than your average wild encounter and will require teamwork to take down efficiently. Any Pokémon appearing as a boss in a Tera Raid battle will have their Tera type, so you will want to bring Pokémon that are strong against the boss' updated type.
Most of the mechanics used in Max Raid battles are ported over here, with a few exceptions, as players no longer have to wait for every ally to select a move. Battles will now play out in real-time, alleviating some of the boredom of waiting for everyone to choose their attack, and the new "cheer" function will take up an attack slot but will boost the entire party's Attack, Special Attack, Defence, and Special Defence stats.
How To Join Tera Raid Battles In Pokémon Scarlet And Violet?
Joining Tera Raid battles in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is just as easy as it was to join Max Raid battles in Sword and Shield. Around Paldea, shining crystals can be checked for active Raids and joined if available.
Just like in Sword and Shield, a beam of light will shine up to the sky, making active Raids easier to spot. The crystal's color will correspond to the Tera type of the Pokémon you are about to face. For example, a blue crystal means that the Raid boss will have a Tera Water-type.
How To Play Tera Raid Battles Co-Op In Pokémon Scarlet And Violet
After joining a Tera Raid battle via an overworld crystal, players will be taken to a loading lobby where other trainers can join. You have the option to enter these battles with up to three other people but can also do so alone with members of your current team or in your box. Over time, random trainers will join your Tera Raid, but you will need to use a link code to add specific people.
Just like in Sword and Shield, Raid hosts can password-protect their Raids with codes. Then, by giving the code to a friend, they can join your Raid. It isn't known yet whether it is possible to invite friends directly to a Tera Raid battle, but considering it was not a feature in Sword and Shield, we don't expect it here.
How To Catch Pokémon In Tera Raid Battles Pokémon Scarlet And Violet
Similar to how Max Raid battles worked in Sword and Shield, by defeating a Tera Raid boss in battle, players will be given the opportunity to catch it. You have only one chance to catch a Tera Raid boss before it disappears, so when prompted to select a ball to use, Repeat Balls, Dusk Balls, and Ultra Balls should be your go-to (provided you don't have any spare Master Balls).
Additionally, whether you catch a Tera Raid Pokémon or not, players will be awarded several items just for participating in a successful Raid. And that completes our guide to Tera Raid Battles in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet!
