Galarian Zigzagoon Pokemon Go Raid guide: Weaknesses, counters & how to evolve

After Pokemon Go players completed the Team GO Rocket Grunt challenge, Niantic have added Galarian Zigzagoon and Shiny Galarian Zigzagoon to Raids with a special Catch XP bonus.

Following on from otherRaid Bossesduring theLuminous Legends X and Y eventsin-game, which saw Pancham and others appear, this time it’s the Dark/Normal-type that takes the role. As it evolves into Linoone and later Obstagoon, there’s definitely a good reason for catching one of these during the event. Not to mention, you could also catch its rarest form, should a Shiny Pokemon appear during the Raid. If you would like to get yourself one in Pokemon Go, we’ve got you covered.

Pokemon Go Galarian Zigzagoon evolutions

How to catch Galarian Zigzagoon in Pokemon Go

Galarian Zigzagoon Pokemon Go release date

The Dark/Normal-type, Zigzagoon, is available fromMay 26, 2021.The Gen 3 Pokemon will be available in its Galar Region form duringRaid Battlesand can be caught best withPremier Balls.After that, the ‘mon will be available in7km eggs, and potentially evenStrange Eggsdown the road. https://twitter.com/PokemonGoApp/status/1397651256710246400

Raid Boss details

In Pokemon Go,Galarian Zigzagoon is a 1-star Raid Boss,so it shouldn’t be too difficult to defeat in battle.

How to evolve Galarian Zigzagoon in Pokemon Go

How to get Galarian Linoone and Obstagoon

If you’re looking for a Galarian Linoone or Galarian Obstagoon inNiantic’sgame, follow these simple steps:

As you can see, the two stages of evolution cost different amounts ofPokemon Candy, so it’s going to take some grinding.

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Is Shiny Galarian Zigzagoon in Pokemon Go?

Galarian Zigzagoon Moveset Pokemon Go

Based on its typology, it should be no surprise to see this Pokemon knowing Dark and Normal-type moves. However, it can also learn Fighting, Ground, Electric and Grass-type moves depending on its evolutions. Its moveset can be seen below:

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Galarian Zigzagoon Pokemon Go weaknesses

Fighting-type

moves will be the strongest against it, with additional weaknesses toFairy-type and Bug-type moves.

Team GO Rocket Grunt Challenge

The Team GO Rocket Grunt challenge required players around the world to take out Team Rocket Grunts in-game, collectively working towards the goal of sending them blasting off again. The challenge concluded on May 25, withrewards being revealed and available to claim.

CP Range and Weather Boost

In Raids, it is likely to be around Level 20 and290 CP,with a potentialweather boost taking that to 363 CP.

Galarian Zigzagoon in 7km eggs?

Its shiny formdoes featurein-game and can be caught through 7km eggs – though it is in the second-highest tier of rarity, meaning it’s a tough one to hatch. While you have a chance, however, using Lucky Eggs could be a decent method during this Raid. Good luck, trainers!

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