Conquer the Mightiest Mark Skeledirge in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's challenging 7-Star Tera Raid with this comprehensive guide. This powerful Fire-type Tera Pokémon presents a unique challenge, but with the right strategy and team, victory is within reach.
Table of Contents
- Skeledirge's Weaknesses & Resistances
- Skeledirge's Moveset
- Best 7-Star Skeledirge Counters
- Best Golduck Build
- Best Quagsire Build
- Best Manaphy Build
Skeledirge's Weaknesses & Resistances in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
This 7-Star Tera Raid Skeledirge is a pure Fire-type, making it vulnerable to Water, Ground, and Rock-type attacks (2x super effective damage). It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Poison, Normal, and Steel-type moves (0.5x damage, Bug takes 0.25x damage). Importantly, its lack of Ghost-typing means Normal-type moves are effective.
Skeledirge's Moveset
The Mightiest Mark Skeledirge boasts a diverse moveset:
- Torch Song (Fire-type)
- Shadow Ball (Ghost-type)
- Alluring Voice (Fairy-type)
- Earth Power (Ground-type)
- Will-O-Wisp (Fire-type, non-damaging)
- Snarl (Dark-type)
Torch Song's Special Attack boost with each use, Will-O-Wisp's burn effect, and its Unaware ability (ignoring stat changes) pose significant threats. Earth Power and Alluring Voice add further type coverage.
Best 7-Star Skeledirge Counters in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Golduck, Quagsire, and Manaphy are your top choices. Their resistances to Fire-type attacks and neutral damage from Skeledirge's other moves make them ideal counters. Note that while Skeledirge lacks Ghost-typing, Dark-types are risky due to Alluring Voice.
Best Golduck Build To Beat 7-Star Skeledirge
Golduck's Skill Swap removes Unaware, allowing stat boosts from Calm Mind (Sp. Atk and Sp. Def). Rain Dance enhances Surf while weakening Fire moves.
- Ability: Swift Swim
- Nature: Modest
- Tera Type: Water
- Hold Item: Shell Bell
- EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 HP, 4 Def
- Moveset: Calm Mind, Skill Swap, Surf, Rain Dance
Best Quagsire Build To Beat 7-Star Skeledirge
Quagsire offers bulk and sustainability. Unaware ignores Skeledirge's buffs, Protect stalls, and Leftovers provide passive healing. Rain Dance boosts Surf and weakens Fire moves, while Acid Spray lowers Skeledirge's Sp. Def.
- Ability: Unaware
- Nature: Modest
- Tera Type: Water
- Hold Item: Leftovers
- EVs: 4 HP, 252 Sp. Def, 252 Sp. Atk
- Moveset: Acid Spray, Protect, Rain Dance, Surf
Best Manaphy Build To Beat 7-Star Skeledirge
Manaphy uses Tail Glow for massive Special Attack boosts, Skill Swap to negate Unaware, and Rain Dance-boosted Weather Ball for powerful Water-type damage.
- Ability: Hydration
- Nature: Modest
- Tera Type: Water
- Hold Item: Shell Bell
- EVs: 252 Sp. Atk, 252 HP, 4 Def
- Moveset: Skill Swap, Rain Dance, Tail Glow, Weather Ball
With these strategies and builds, you're well-equipped to defeat the Mightiest Mark Skeledirge. Remember to check for current Mystery Gift codes for additional advantages!
