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Pokémon GO’s Team Rocket Boss, Giovanni, faces new challengers in September 2024 with a powerful lineup of Pokémon. Continuing from last month, Shadow Cresselia will back up his team with strong Psychic-type moves.By successfully beating Rocket Boss Giovanni, trainers will have the opportunity to catch the Cresselia, rescuing it from the grasp of Team Rocket.With it being in its Shadow Form, Cresselia’s offensive power increases at the risk of lowering its defenses.
To first get to Rocket Boss Giovanni, trainers will need to obtain the Super Rocket Radar.This can be done by defeatingRocket Leader Sierra, Cliff, and Arlo during the Special Research Campaign. Once given the Super Rocket Radar, Rocket Boss Giovanni can be found in specific locations on the map at a PokéStop or in a Rocket Balloon. Unfortunately, if you already completed this task last month, you will not be able to repeat it.
Team Rocket Boss Giovanni Lineup and Counters (September 2024)
Taking Down Giovanni’s Team
Pokémon GO’s Rocket Boss Giovanni starts the battle with his signature Pokémon, Persian. With its Normal-typing and mediocre stats, Persian should not be an issue. During this time, you should prioritize taking both of Giovanni’s shields.
A fast charging move like Bite or Counter will fill up your Pokémon’s Charge Move in no time. The second Pokémon Giovanni will be using will be a random choice of one of three Pokémon: Kingdra, Honchkrow, or Kangaskhan, whichcan be considered a rare Pokémon. Finally, Giovanni’s Shadow Cresselia will battle you with its strong Psychic-type attacks.
Thankfully, if you lose due to an incorrect guess on Giovanni’s second Pokémon, you may battle him again immediately. Spare no time on taking down Persian, see what Pokémon Giovanni sends out, and assess your strength if you need to start over again.
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Rewards For Beating Rocket Leader Giovanni (September 2024)
Encounter & Save the Shadow Legendary
Upon winning against Rocket Boss Giovanni, you will get the usual rewards of Stardust, Potions, or Revives. However, the main reward will be the chance to encounter and catch the Legendary Pokémon Cresselia, which he used during the battle.
Unfortunately, with a wicked heart, Giovanni has turned it into a Shadow Pokémon, meaning you’ll need to catch it with a Premier Ball. ensure to use a Nanab Berry to prevent it from jumping and attacking frequently, as the Nanab Berry will calm it down. Finally, you will also receive those rewards if you have a Special Research Story to claim for beating Giovanni inPokémon GO.
