Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Capture a Powerful Level 100 Tyranitar from Gold & Silver

An Iconic Johto Legend Arrives in High-Level Raids

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet continue to treat fans to exciting new endgame content, offering players the chance to capture one of the most beloved and powerful creatures from the second generation. From October 2 to October 9, 2026, an immense Level 100 Tyranitar is storming the Tera Raids, complete with a special mark and a rare Tera type. Whether you have fond memories of training Larvitar, Pupitar, and Tyranitar back in Pokémon Gold and Silver, or you rely on its competitive prowess, this event is not to be missed.

Details of the Special Tyranitar Raid Event

Following in the footsteps of previous major events featuring starters and powerhouses like Skeledirice, Quaquaval, and Dragonite, Tyranitar steps into the spotlight. Known for its incredible stats, versatile movepool, and legendary Mega Evolution history in older titles, this version comes with a unique Ghost Tera Type. Players can only capture this specific Tyranitar once per save file, but you can rematch the raid multiple times to farm valuable rewards, including Technical Machines (TMs), Ability Patches, and plenty of Exp. Candies.

Raid Specifications

• Level: 100
• Tera Type: Ghost
• Ability: Hidden or standard competitive builds
• Notable Moves: Shadow Claw, Dragon Dance, Stone Edge, Crunch, Earthquake

Strategies to Defeat the Level 100 Tyranitar

Taking down a Level 100 raid boss requires careful planning. While Tyranitar is normally weak to Fighting and Water-type moves, its Ghost Tera Type shifts its defensive profile significantly. To emerge victorious, players should lean heavily into Dark-type counters to exploit weaknesses while resisting its heavy offensive output. Crucially, avoid bringing Ghost-type Pokémon to this battle, as you risk getting heavily punished by its coverage moves.

How to Unlock 7-Star Tera Raids in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

Because these high-tier raids offer incredible loot and prestige, trainers must first complete the main story campaign of Pokémon Scarlet or Violet to access black crystal raids. Once you have beaten the game and unlocked high-level content, ensure your Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2 is connected to the internet, then follow these simple steps to update your game data:

1. Launch Pokémon Scarlet or Violet.
2. Open the main menu and select the Poké Portal.
3. Click on Mystery Gift.
4. Select Check Poké Portal News to automatically download the latest event data.