Pokemon Scarlet & Violet 7-Star Skeledirge Tera Raid Weaknesses & Counters

Conquer the Mightiest Mark Skeledirge in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's challenging 7-Star Tera Raid with this comprehensive guide. This powerful Fire-type Tera Pokémon presents a unique challenge, but with the right team and strategy, victory is within reach.

Table of Contents

• Skeledirge’s Weaknesses & Resistances
• Skeledirge’s Moveset
• Best 7-Star Skeledirge Counters
• Best Golduck Build
• Best Quagsire Build
• Best Manaphy Build

Skeledirge’s Weaknesses & Resistances in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

This formidable Fire-type Tera Skeledirge is vulnerable to Water, Ground, and Rock-type attacks, all dealing 2x damage. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Normal, and Steel-type moves (Bug-type moves are only 0.25x effective). Importantly, its lack of Ghost-typing means Normal-type moves are effective.

Skeledirge’s Moveset

The Mightiest Mark Skeledirge boasts a diverse moveset: Torch Song (Fire), Shadow Ball (Ghost), Alluring Voice (Fairy), Earth Power (Ground), Will-O-Wisp (Fire, non-damaging), and Snarl (Dark). Earth Power and Alluring Voice add significant type coverage. Torch Song's Special Attack boost with each use makes it increasingly dangerous, while Will-O-Wisp inflicts burns, reducing Attack. Its Unaware ability ignores stat changes on your Pokémon, adding another layer of difficulty.

Best 7-Star Skeledirge Counters in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

Golduck, Quagsire, and Manaphy are your best bets. Each resists Skeledirge's Fire-type attacks and takes neutral damage from its other moves. While Dark-types might seem appealing, Skeledirge's Alluring Voice makes them risky.

Best Golduck Build To Beat 7-Star Skeledirge

Golduck’s Skill Swap removes Skeledirge’s Unaware ability, allowing stat boosts from Calm Mind to take effect. Rain Dance enhances Surf and weakens Fire moves.

• Ability: Swift Swim
• Nature: Modest
• Tera Type: Water
• Hold Item: Shell Bell
• EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 HP, 4 Def
• Moveset: Calm Mind, Skill Swap, Surf, Rain Dance

Best Quagsire Build To Beat 7-Star Skeledirge

Quagsire’s bulk and Leftovers provide sustainability. Unaware allows it to ignore Skeledirge’s stat boosts. Protect stalls for healing, while Acid Spray lowers Skeledirge's Special Defense. Rain Dance further enhances Surf.

• Ability: Unaware
• Nature: Modest
• Tera Type: Water
• Hold Item: Leftovers
• EVs: 4 HP, 252 Sp. Def, 252 Sp. Atk
• Moveset: Acid Spray, Protect, Rain Dance, Surf

Best Manaphy Build To Beat 7-Star Skeledirge

Manaphy uses Skill Swap and Tail Glow for massive Special Attack boosts. Rain Dance powers up Weather Ball for devastating Water-type damage.

• Ability: Hydration
• Nature: Modest
• Tera Type: Water
• Hold Item: Shell Bell
• EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 HP, 4 Def
• Moveset: Skill Swap, Rain Dance, Tail Glow, Weather Ball

With these optimized builds, you're well-equipped to defeat the Mightiest Mark Skeledirge. Good luck, Trainer! Don't forget to check for the latest Mystery Gift codes for extra bonuses!