Pokemon Go Giratina Origin Forme Raid guide: Weaknesses & best counters

Raissa Jerez
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The Legendary Giratina is making a comeback to Pokemon Go 5-Star Raid battles, so if you already have its Altered Forme but are still missing its Origin one, this is your chance to catch it. To help you get ready, here are Giratina Origin Forme’s weaknesses and best counters in the game.

The Sinnoh region introduced a new bunch of Pokemon to the franchise with the release of Diamond & Pearl. As usual, the games included some Legendaries like Giratina, which alongside Palkia and Dialga, are known as the Creation Trio.

However, this dual Ghost/Dragon has two different forms: Altered and Origin. While each one has particular stats and moves, the bottom line is that the Altered form is more defense-oriented, and the Origin one is ideal for an offensive strategy.

So, if you’re still looking to add Giratina Origin Forme to your Pokemon Go roster, you’ll be able to fight it constantly in 5-Star Raid battles from February 23, 2024, until February 26, 2024. More so, during its debut day, it will be featured in the Raid Hour from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.

With plenty of chances to catch it, here are all the details you need to know about Giratina Origin Forme in the game.

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This Legendary is a very powerful dual Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon.

Giratina Origin Forme weaknesses in Pokemon Go

Giratina Origin Forme is a dual Ghost/Dragon-type Pokemon, which means it’s weak against Ghost, Ice, Dragon, Dark, and Fairy-type attacks.

However, because of its resistance to them, avoid using any Pokemon with the Poison, Bug, Fire, Water, Grass, Electric, Normal, and Fighting-type, as their moves won’t deal much damage.

Giratina Origin Forme counters in Pokemon Go

These are some of the best counters you can use to defeat this creature in Pokemon Go:

POKEMONBEST MOVESET
Mega RayquazaMega Rayquaza pokemonDragon Tail & Outrage
Mega GarchompMega Garchomp in Pokemon GoDragon Tail & Outrage
Mega SalamenceMega Salamence in Pokemon GoDragon Tail & Outrage
Mega TyranitarMega TyranitarBite & Brutal Swing
ZekromZekromDrago Breath & Outrage
KyuremKyurem in Pokemon GoDragon Breath & Glaciate
HydreigonHydreigonDragon Breth & Brutal Swing
HaxorusHaxorus Pokemon Go counterDragon Tail & Breaking Swipe
DragoniteDragoniteDragon Tail & Outrage
BaxcaliburDragon Breath & Avalanche

The list above includes plenty of options to easily counter Giratina Origin Forme. From Mega Evolutions to Legendaries and even regular Pokemon. Just keep in mind that the team you take to battle has to be leveled up and have the proper moveset.

In case you don’t have any of the ‘mons listed, you can go with the strongest team you have, as long as it matches up with Giratina’s weaknesses.

How to get Giratina Origin Forme in Pokemon Go

The only way to get Giratina Origin Forme is to defeat it through Raid battles and catch it with the Premier Balls you’re given.

Luckily for players, they’ll have plenty of chances to secure a catch, as this Legendary will be available in 5-Star Raid battles from February 23, 2024, until February 26, 2024, and during its first day, it will also appear during Raid Hour from 6 pm to 7 pm local time.

Can Giratina Origin Forme be Shiny in Pokemon Go?

Yes, Giratina Origin Forme is available in the game and you might be able to spot one during its time as a Raid Boss.

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Regular and Shiny Giratina Origin Forme.

Remember that there’s no real method to increasing your odds of finding a Shiny version of any Pokemon in the game, so you’ll need to take part in as many Raid Battles as you can until you come across a Shiny Giratina Origin Forme.

That’s all you need to know about Giratina Origin Forme’s weaknesses and best counters. For more Pokemon Go guides, check our list below:

Pokemon Go Spotlight Hour guide | Current Raid Bosses in Pokemon Go | Best Pokemon in Pokemon Go | Arlo counters guide | Cliff counters guide | Giovanni counters | Grunt counters guide | How to get Remote Raid Passes | Sierra counters guide | How to catch a Ditto in Pokemon Go | Pokemon Go shop: Items list, prices, box changes | Pokemon Go promo codes

About The Author

Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Raissa is a Guides Writer for Dexerto with a Bachelor's Degree in Audiovisual Communication and Journalism. As a huge Nintendo fan her favorite franchises include Pokémon, Mario and Zelda, though you can also find her enjoying any FPS. You can contact her at raissa.jerez@dexerto.com