DEXERTOThe Guardian Deity Tapu Lele is returning to Pokemon Go in 5-Star Raid Battles, so we’ve got the best counters and details of its weaknesses to help you defeat this powerful Legendary.
The Legendary Tapu Lele is coming back as a Pokemon Go Raid boss, and it’s the perfect opportunity for those who want to dominate the game’s PvP, as the Guardian Deity is one of the top fighters in the Master League.
With our Tapu Lele Raid guide, you’ll discover the best counters to take into battle and tips on how to target its weaknesses in Niantic’s game.
Tapu Lele weaknesses in Pokemon Go
The Guardian Deity Tapu Lele is a dual Psychic/Fairy-type, which means it’s weak against Ghost, Poison, and Steel-type attacks. When building your perfect team, focus on your strongest Pokemon of these types with matching moves for a chance at success.
It’s also important to know what Tapu Lele is resistant to when battling it. Avoid using Dragon, Fighting, and Psychic-type Pokemon on your team, as they won’t do much damage to this Legendary.
Tapu Lele best counters
These are some of the best counters to use against Tapu Lele in Pokemon Go:
| POKEMON | SPRITE | BEST MOVESET |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Gengar |  | Lick & Shadow Ball |
| Mega Banette |  | Shadow Claw & Shadow Ball |
| Shadow Metagross |  | Bullet Punch & Meteor Mash |
| Shadow Chandelure |  | Hex & Shadow Ball |
| Dusk Mane Necrozma |  | Metal Claw & Sunsteel Strike |
| Dawn Wings Necrozma |  | Metal Claw & Moongeist Beam |
| Nihilego |  | Poison Jab & Sludge Bomb |
| Gholdengo |  | Hex & Shadow Ball |
| Excadrill |  | Metal Claw & Iron Head |
| Alakazam |  | Psycho Cut & Shadow Ball |
We’ve included a mix of Megas, Legendaries, Shadow, and more common Pokemon in the table above, so there should be something for every trainer to use.
If you don’t have any of the creatures mentioned, go with their alternative or regular versions, or just use your best Ghost, Poison, or Steel-type attackers to target Tapu Lele’s weaknesses. Remember that they should be properly leveled up and know the matching movesets.
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How to get Tapu Lele in Pokemon Go
As a Legendary, Tapu Lele can only be obtained through Raid battles in the game. Players will have to challenge and defeat it first, and once its health is depleted, they can attempt to catch it with Premier Balls. The amount you get will depend on your performance during the encounter, though.
Those after a Shiny Tapu Lele or one with perfect IVs can fight the Guardian Deity from March 31, 2025, until April 9, 2025, as it will return to the game as a Raid boss as part of the Might and Mastery season with its signature Charged Move, Nature’s Madness.
NianticAdditionally, it will be the center of a Raid Hour on April 2, 2025, from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM local time.
When challenging this Legendary, try to use Golden Razz Berries and land Excellent Curveball Throws to increase your chances of catching it.
Tapu Lele CP in Pokemon Go
As with every Raid Boss in the game, the CP Tapu Lele has during a Raid battle won’t be the same once you manage to catch it after defeating it. Plus, certain types of weather can increase such CP.
| Raid Boss CP | 50,112 |
| CP range once captured | 1912 – 1996 |
| Windy/Cloudy weather CP range | 2390 – 2496 |
| Tapu Lele max CP (Level 50) | 3950 |
Tapu Lele stats & moves
As a dual Psychic/Fairy-type, Tapu Lele has the following stats:
| ATTACK | DEFENSE | STAMINA | CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 259 | 208 | 172 | 3950 |
Fast Moves
- Confusion (Psychic/STAB)
- Astonish (Ghost)
Charged Moves
- Psyshock (Psychic/STAB)
- Draining Kiss (Fairy/STAB)
- Moonblast (Fairy/STAB)
- Focus Blast (Fighting)
- Future Sight (Psychic/STAB)
- Nature’s Madness (Fairy/STAB)
Can Tapu Lele be Shiny?
Yes, Tapu Lele can be Shiny in Pokemon Go since this special and sought-after variation debuted in February 2023.
DEXERTOShiny Tapu Lele is one of the most elegant-looking Shinies in the franchise, mainly due to its black body, which is usually pink. Players who come across one shouldn’t have trouble recognizing it.
However, keep in mind that the odds of finding a Shiny Tapu Lele are very low, as there’s no technique or special method to ensure an encounter. The only thing trainers can do to increase their chances is take on as many Tapu Lele Raids as they can.
That’s everything you need to know about Tapu Lele’s weaknesses and best counters in Pokemon Go. Don’t forget to check out the latest Pokemon Go events, including the current Community Day and Spotlight Hours.
