Pokemon GO Gigantamax Kingler Best Counters, Tips, and Tricks

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 necessitates 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% 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

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. Here's a selection 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 Rillaboom is a viable Grass-type 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) for a 20% damage increase. Pokémon like Greedent, Dubwool, and Cryogonal, capable of learning Grass- or Electric-type moves, serve as excellent backups due to their neutral damage resistance. Neutral damage tanks like Blastoise or Lapras can also provide support when super-effective counters are scarce.

Shiny Gigantamax Kingler?

Yes, a Shiny Gigantamax Kingler is possible! The odds are likely 1 in 20, similar to 5-Star Raid bosses.

Leverage Max Mushrooms

If the battle proves challenging, utilize Max Mushrooms (available for purchase). These 400 PokeCoin items double your Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokémon's damage for 30 seconds.

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