Kirlia’s male evolution Gallade will be featured in Raids during the Valentine’s Day 2023 Event for Pokémon GO, meaning those who have yet to catch the male variant of Emotion Pokémon now have the perfect opportunity. As a 3-Star Raid Boss, Gallade is not very strong compared to Mega Gardevoir or the Legendary Tapu Lele, but knowing what this pocket monster’s strengths and weaknesses are is essential for a smooth Raid experience. Even high-level Trainers must also consider the best counters for Gallade, as using suboptimal combatants will result in squandered Potions and Revives.
Best Counters for Gallade Raid in Pokémon GO
Gallade is a Fighting- and Psychic-type Raid Boss in Pokémon GO, making it vulnerable to Flying-, Ghost-, and Fairy-type Moves. Conversely, you should avoid using pocket monsters equipped with Fighting- or Rock-type Movesets when participating in this Raid. Using Mega variants of the best counters against Gallade would be incredibly effective but not essential for victory.
Related:
Pokémon GO: Tapu Lele Raid Guide (Counters & Weaknesses)
According to sources at Pokémon GO Hub and Pokebattler, here is a list of counters best suited for the Gallade 2023 Raid:
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Giratina Origin |
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Mewtwo |
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Rayquaza |
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Chandelure |
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Gengar |
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Honchkrow |
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Staraptor |
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Gardevoir |
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Togekiss |
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Hisuian Braviary |
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Darkrai |
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Trevenant |
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Banette |
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Source: Pokémon GO Hub | Pokebattler