The event of 7 Star Tera Raid of Sceptile for Pokémon Scarlet and Purple (Scarlet & Violet) is another event that takes place in two rounds, the first takes place from June 27-30, 2024 and the second, of the July 4-7, 2024. Sceptile «The Unbeatable» with Dragon Theratype and Invincibility Emblem (Mightiest Mark) is an opponent that can be problematic to pick up for some novice players, so we have written a guide compiling the best ones. strategies and counters to make it.
POKÉMON SCARLET AND PURPLE GUIDES
INTERNATIONAL EVENT SCHEDULES
FIRST ROUND
- Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay: from June 27, 2024 at 9:00 p.m. to June 30, 2024 at 8:59 p.m.
- Bolivia, Chile, Cuba, Paraguay, Dominican Republic and Venezuela: from June 27, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. to June 30, 2024 at 7:59 p.m.
- Colombia, Ecuador, Panama and Peru: from June 27, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to June 30, 2024 at 6:59 p.m.
- Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico and Nicaragua: from June 27, 2024 at 18:00 to June 30, 2024 at 17:59.
- Spain: from June 28, 2024 at 02:00, to July 1, 2024 at 01:59.
SECOND ROUND
- Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay: from July 4, 2024 at 9:00 p.m. to July 7, 2024 at 8:59 p.m.
- Bolivia, Chile, Cuba, Paraguay, Dominican Republic and Venezuela: from July 4, 2024 at 8:00 p.m., to July 7, 2024 at 7:59 p.m.
- Colombia, Ecuador, Panama and Peru: from July 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. to July 7, 2024 at 6:59 p.m.
- Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico and Nicaragua: from July 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m., to July 7, 2024 at 5:59 p.m.
- Spain: from July 5, 2024 at 02:00, to July 8, 2024 at 01:59.
THERAIN7 STAR RAID: Sceptile
The Sceptile they will face will have the following characteristics:
- Name: Sceptile
- Level: 100
- IVs: 31 in each statistic
- Guy: Plant
- Teratype: Dragon
- Nature: Active (Hasty)
- Ability: Light (Unburden)
- Object: Does not have
- Shiny: No
- Movements: Leaf Blade, Breaking Swipe, Dragon Dance, and Thunder Punch
- Additional movements: Leaf Storm and Earthquake
- Emblem: Mightiest Mark Emblem
- Capture: Only once per save file
Sceptile
Sceptile ATTACK SEQUENCE
As is usual in this type of Teraraids, the Pokemon The one they will face has a series of actions programmed based on the attacks they have and the activation of their shield.
- Shield Activation: 70% of remaining HP or 75% of remaining time
- Sceptile uses Leaf Rain: 99% of the remaining time
- Sceptile uses Vast Impact: 85% HP remaining
- Reset player stats and statuses: 85% of the remaining time
- Orb Charge Reduction: 80% of the remaining time
- Sceptile Stats and Status Reset: 65% of the remaining time
- Sceptile uses Earthquake: 30% HP remaining
REWARD ITEMS (ITEM DROPS)
By winning the Teraraid, in addition to being able to capture Sceptile (it can be captured only once, and can be challenged countless times), it will also drop reward items.
Fixed objects:
- x6 Candy EXP L
- x4 Candy EXP XL
- x5 Fuel
- x20 Dragon-type Teralites
- x10 Dragon-type Teralites (host)
- x1 MT222 (one time)
- x1 Skill Patch (one time)
Random Items:
- x3 Candy EXP L (13%)
- x5 Candy EXP L (16%)
- x2 Rare Candy (8%)
- x2 Candy EXP XL (5%)
- x5 Fuel (8%)
- x2 Star Piece (8%)
- x1 Comet Fragment (2%)
- x2 Nugget (5%)
- x1 Active Mint (3%)
- x1 More PP (5%)
- x1 Silver Plate (4%)
- x10 Dragon-type Teralith (5%)
- x1 Skill Capsule (2%)
- x1 Skill Patch (1%)
- x1 Sweet Hidden Spice (3%)
- x1 Salty Hidden Spice (3%)
- x1 Acidic Hidden Spice (3%)
- x1 Bitter Hidden Spice (3%)
- x1 Spicy Hidden Spice (3%)
HOW TO BEAT Sceptile IN TERAINADS
The best counters Pokemon to defeat Sceptile are Skeledirge, Magearna, Alolan Ninetales, Whimsicott and Clefable. Below we tell you the build of each one for this Teraincursion.
Skeledirge (Solo)
Skeledirge
It is recommended to have Skeledirge with Fairy Theratypein addition to Nature Modest which increases the special attack stat. As for his Skill, it should be Ignorant and the equipped object Rattlesnake Conchwhich restores PS to the user.
The moves for Skeledirge are Relax (Slack Off), Burning song (Torch Song), Lovely song (Alluring Voice) and Protection (Protect).
The strategy is simple, with the skill Ignorant Skeledirge will ignore Dragon Dance’s stat boost. Wear Protection when Sceptile disables Skeledirge’s ability. Lastly, when Sceptile resets Skeledirge’s stats, use Burning Song 6 times, Teratrystallize and then use lovely song to finish it off.
Magearna (Solo)
Magearna
It is recommended to have Magearna with Fairy or Astral TheratypeIn addition to nature Modest which increases the special attack stat. As for his Ability, it is Quranima and the equipped object Shell Rattlesnakewhich restores HP to the user.
The moves for Magearna are kiss drain (Draining Kiss), magic shine (Dazzling Gleam), Metallic echo (Metal Sound) and Reflection (Reflect).
Wearing Metallic echo will lower Sceptile’s special defense, while Coramine Increases Magearna’s special attack every time an ally is weakened. It fits very well with allied NPCs who have the ability Intimidation. Finally, it resists anything that Sceptile can throw at it, especially if it has the Astral Teratype.
Alola Ninetales (Team)
Alolan Ninetales
It is recommended to have Alolan Ninetales with Ice or Astral TeratypeIn addition to nature Modest which increases the special attack stat. As for his Skill, it is Snowfall and the equipped item Shell Rattlesnakewhich restores HP to the user.
The moves for Alola Ninetales are Aurora Veil (Aurora Veil), Blizzard (Blizzard) or Meteoroball (Weather Ball), Machination (Nasty Plot) and Snowy landscape (Snowscape).
Thanks to Aurora veil and Snowy landscape, Alolan Ninetales becomes a good tank to face Sceptile. With the ability Snowfall There is no need to worry about making it snow. Besides Blizzard will not fail when it is snowing.
Whimsicott (Team)
Whimsicott
It is recommended to have Whimsicott with Fairy or Astral Theratypein addition to Nature Modest which increases the special attack stat. As for his Skill, it is Joker and the equipped object Shell Rattlesnakewhich restores PS to the user.
The movements for Whimsicott are lunar force (Moonblast), Fake crying (Fake Tears), Development (Growth) and Cotton terry (Cotton Guard).
The strategy is to raise Whimsicott’s defense quickly with Cotton Terry. With Development can raise Whimsicott’s special stat to deal a little more damage. Furthermore, thanks to the ability Joker State moves take priority.
Clefable (Team)
Clefable
It is recommended to have Clefable with Fairy TheratypeIn addition to nature Modest which increases the special attack stat. As for his Ability, it is Ignorant and the equipped object Shell Rattlesnakewhich restores HP to the user.
The moves for Clefable are lunar force (Moonblast), fake crying (Fake Tears), Reflection (Reflect) and Peace of mind (Calm Mind).
Clefable works fine in mode cooperative. You can also choose to use it more as a stand with Vital Drop instead of Peace of mind. Finally, you can also change fake crying by Protection to prevent Sceptile from attacks when it disables Clefable’s ability.
HOW TO JOIN THE Sceptile TERAINCURSION EVENT
To access the 7-Star TeraRaid event, players must meet the following requirements:
- Having completed the game’s story
- Complete the Post Game (Grand Academic Strife) to unlock 6-star Teraraids (black crystals)
- Completed 8-10 Teraraids of 4 stars or more
- Have an Internet connection to receive news and update Teraraid crystals by entering the Poképortal, Mystery Gift and Receive News from the Poképortal
How to find 7-star Teraraids on the map
Once unlocked, Teraraids will appear on the map with the same black icon.
Nintendo Switch Online for online play
In order to access the online game with other players, they must have a paid subscription Nintendo Switch Online. However, to play solo, you don’t need to pay for this subscription. In the latter case, players will have the support of NPC trainers.
That’s all about how to beat Sceptile in 7-star Teraraids for Pokémon Scarlet and Purple.
