Conquer the Gigantamax Kingler Raid in Pokémon GO!
This 6-star raid boss, Gigantamax Kingler, makes its Pokémon GO debut, demanding precise counter strategies to exploit its two weaknesses. Following the Lapras Gigantamax raid, this colossal Krabby evolution requires a formidable raid team for its Max Battle Day on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time.
Gigantamax Kingler's Strengths and Weaknesses in Pokémon GO
As a pure Water-type Pokémon, Gigantamax Kingler is vulnerable only to Grass- and Electric-type attacks (160% super-effective damage). Conversely, it resists Fire-, Water-, Steel-, and Ice-type moves (39% damage reduction). Avoid these types entirely.
Optimal Counters for Gigantamax Kingler in Pokémon GO
| 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 Rillaboom is a viable option, Gigantamax Kingler's potential moveset (including X-Scissor) poses a threat to pure Grass-types. Venusaur and Ivysaur's Poison typing mitigates this. Zapdos' Flying typing protects it from Ground-type attacks.
Prioritize counters with Same-Type Attack Bonuses (STAB). Pokémon like Greedent, Dubwool, and Cryogonal, capable of learning Grass- or Electric-type moves, serve as excellent backups.
Neutral damage tanks like Blastoise or Lapras can also be used if super-effective counters are scarce.
Shiny Gigantamax Kingler?
Yes! The official announcement confirms a Shiny Gigantamax Kingler possibility. The odds are likely 1 in 20, similar to 5-star raids.
Leverage Max Mushrooms
If your team struggles, utilize Max Mushrooms (400 PokeCoins each). These 30-second power-ups double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage output.
With this guide, you're equipped to conquer Gigantamax Kingler. Consult the Pokémon GO event schedule for February's upcoming events.
