Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
Image via The Pokemon Company

What type is Typhlosion in the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Unrivaled Tera Raid event?

Fire of a different temperature.

Typhlosion is the star of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s next seven-star Tera Raid event, but that brings some complication for fans who haven’t really delved into that type of battle yet. Specifically, the Gen II starter won’t feature its normal typing during the raid, which can confuse some players since nothing about Typhlosion itself changes.

Recommended Videos

Seeing a Pokémon take on odd typings is something exclusive to special Tera Raids in Scarlet and Violet since the special battle type utilizes Gen IX’s Terastallization mechanic to make it happen. 

What Tera Type does Typhlosion have in the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Unrivaled Tera Raid event?

Because Tera Raids tend to keep Pokémon with a similar typing to their original or pick one from dual-type Pokémon, seven-star raids can be a bit tricky for newer players.

A seven-star Tera Raid completely changes a Pokémon type thanks to Terastallization, and for Typhlosion that means it will be a Ghost-type.

Working with its Ghost Tera Type means Typhlosion will have boosted damage for its Shadow Ball attack and also won’t take super effective damage from Water, Rock, or Ground-type moves. With that in mind, do not try to bring a Pokémon that is weak to Fire or Ghost-type moves, since it can still hit like a truck with Eruption.

Related: Best Pokémon to counter Unrivaled Typhlosion Tera Raid event

Your goal here is to tank its Ghost and Fire-type moves while not being taken by surprise since it also knows Play Rough and Earthquake. You just need to counter those moves and rely on your teammates to do the same while trying to take down the latest Unrivaled Raid Boss. 


Dot Esports is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
Author
Image of Cale Michael
Cale Michael
Lead Staff Writer for Dota 2, the FGC, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and more who has been writing for Dot Esports since 2018. Graduated with a degree in Journalism from Oklahoma Christian University and also previously covered the NBA. You can usually find him writing, reading, or watching an FGC tournament.