Kingler Counters and Tactics in Pokémon GO

Conquer the Gigantamax Kingler Raid Boss 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 event, this colossal Krabby evolution requires a powerful 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% effectiveness). 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

To defeat Gigantamax Kingler, utilize Electric and non-pure Grass-type counters such as Venusaur, Ivysaur, and Zapdos. Remember, only Dynamax- or Gigantamax-capable Pokémon are permitted.

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 other options exist (e.g., Rillaboom), Gigantamax Kingler's potential moveset (Bubble, Mud Shot, Metal Claw, Vise Grip, Water Pulse, Crabhammer, Razor Shell, and X-Scissor) includes the super-effective Bug-type X-Scissor against pure Grass-types. 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, capable of learning Grass or Electric moves, offer excellent backup options. Neutral damage tanks like Blastoise or Lapras serve as viable alternatives if super-effective counters are scarce.

Shiny Gigantamax Kingler?

Yes! The official announcement confirms Shiny Gigantamax Kingler's availability. The odds are likely 1 in 20, similar to 5-Star Raid bosses.

Leverage Max Mushrooms

If your raid struggles, utilize Max Mushrooms (400 PokeCoins each). These provide a 30-second damage doubling effect for Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon.

With this guide, you're equipped to conquer Gigantamax Kingler! Refer to the Pokémon GO event schedule for further February updates.