Rillaboom Is Coming to 7-Star Tera Raid Battles in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

The powerful Drummer Pokémon, Rillaboom with the Mightiest Mark, is about to make its appearance in the black crystal Tera Raid Battles of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet! Mark your calendars, as you'll have two chances to challenge this formidable foe. The battles will take place from Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. PDT to Sunday, July 30, 2023, at 4:59 p.m. PDT, and again from Thursday, August 3, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. PDT to Sunday, August 6, 2023, at 4:59 p.m. PDT.
Rillaboom, a Normal–Tera Type Pokémon, is an exclusive encounter in these Tera Raid Battles. It's a rare opportunity, as Rillaboom cannot typically be found in Paldea. And with the Mightiest Mark, it's set to provide a challenging showdown!

To participate in these exciting Tera Raid Battles and have a chance to encounter Rillaboom, make sure you have downloaded the latest Poké Portal News. Access it by selecting Poké Portal from the X menu, then Mystery Gift, and finally, Check Poké Portal News. When you spot a radiant pillar of light emanating from a Tera Raid crystal, approach it and interact to initiate the Tera Raid Battle with a Tera Pokémon.

To take on Rillaboom, you'll need to have completed the postgame events following the main story or join a 7-star Tera Raid Battle hosted by a Trainer who has finished those events. Capture this special Rillaboom during this period, as it can be caught only once per save data. However, even if you've already caught it, don't miss the chance to participate in Tera Raid Battles for other rewards, such as generous amounts of Exp. Candy for your Pokémon's leveling, valuable treasures to sell at Pokémon Centers, items to enhance your Pokémon's stats, and Normal Tera Shards for altering your Pokémon's Tera Type.

Prepare yourself, as Rillaboom will surely offer a tough challenge. For helpful tips on defeating this mighty Pokémon, head over to our Tera Raid Battle Tips article. Master the art of Tera Raid Battles in the Paldea region to seize the opportunity to catch powerful Pokémon and earn impressive rewards.

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