Pokemon GO Gigantamax Kingler Best Counters, Tips, and Tricks

Conquer the Gigantamax Kingler Raid in Pokémon GO!

This 6-Star Raid boss, Gigantamax Kingler, presents a unique challenge in Pokémon GO. Its only weaknesses are Grass and Electric-type moves, demanding strategic counter selection. This guide provides the optimal strategies for victory during its Max Battle Day on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time.

Gigantamax Kingler Strengths and Weaknesses:

As a pure Water-type Pokémon, Gigantamax Kingler is highly vulnerable to Grass and Electric-type attacks (160% effectiveness). Conversely, it resists Fire, Water, Steel, and Ice-type moves (39% damage), making these types ineffective counters.

Top Counters for Gigantamax Kingler:

Venusaur & Zapdos, optimal counters for Gigantamax Kingler

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To defeat Gigantamax Kingler, utilize Electric and dual-type Grass Pokémon capable of Dynamax or Gigantamax transformations. Here’s a breakdown of effective counters:

Gigantamax Kingler Counter	Type	Fast Attack	Charged Attack
Venusaur	Grass & Poison	Vine Whip	Frenzy Plant
Ivysaur	Grass & Poison	Vine Whip	Power Whip
Zapdos	Electric & Flying	Thunder Shock	Thunder
Greedent	Normal	Bullet Seed	Trailblaze
Dubwool	Normal	Tackle	Wild Charge
Cryogonal	Ice	Frost Breath	Solar Beam

While Grass-types like Rillaboom are viable, Gigantamax Kingler's potential moveset (including X-Scissor) can be problematic. Venusaur and Ivysaur's Poison typing mitigates this. Zapdos' Flying typing protects it from Ground-type moves.

Prioritize counters with Same-Type Attack Bonuses (STAB) for a 20% damage increase. Pokémon like Greedent, Dubwool, and Cryogonal, while not super-effective, serve as excellent backups due to their neutral damage resistance. In dire situations, neutral damage tanks like Blastoise or Lapras can provide support.

Shiny Gigantamax Kingler:

Yes, a Shiny Gigantamax Kingler is available! While the exact odds are unconfirmed, they are likely similar to 5-Star Raids (approximately 1 in 20).

Utilizing Max Mushrooms:

For a significant damage boost, consider using Max Mushrooms (400 PokéCoins each). These activate a 30-second period of doubled damage for Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon, potentially turning the tide of a difficult battle.

Remember to check the Pokémon GO event schedule for additional February events!