Pokémon Sword and Shield’s New Max Raid Battle Event Features Gigantamax Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise
Pokémon Sword and Shield players are in for a treat as a new Max Raid Battle event has been announced. This exciting event will showcase three fan-favorite Pokémon in their Gigantamax forms: Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise.
What is the Max Raid Battle Event?
The Max Raid Battle event is a special event in Pokémon Sword and Shield that allows players to team up with friends or other players online to take on powerful Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon. These battles take place in designated areas called Max Raid Dens found throughout the game’s Wild Area.
Gigantamax Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise
During this event, you will have the unique opportunity to encounter and battle three iconic Pokémon that have achieved their Gigantamax forms. These powerful Pokémon have incredible strength and colossal appearances that dwarf their regular forms.
Gigantamax Venusaur is a Grass/Poison-type Pokémon that becomes even larger and gains a tree-like structure on its back. It also has the ability to unleash powerful Grass-type G-Max Moves that can deal massive damage to opponents.
Charizard, a fan-favorite Fire/Flying-type Pokémon, transforms into Gigantamax Charizard, becoming even more majestic and fiery. Its wings expand, and it gains fiery crystals on its body, giving it a fierce and intimidating appearance. Gigantamax Charizard can devastate opponents with its powerful Fire-type G-Max Moves.
If Water-type Pokémon are more your style, then Gigantamax Blastoise is the one to watch out for. This mighty Pokémon stands on two legs and has massive water cannons on its shell. Its water-based G-Max Moves are incredibly strong, allowing it to make waves in battles.
Event Dates and Availability
The Max Raid Battle event featuring Gigantamax Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise will be available from August 28 to September 30, 2020. During this period, players will have increased chances of encountering these Gigantamax Pokémon in Max Raid Battles. Make sure to take advantage of this limited-time event and add these powerful Pokémon to your team!
Conclusion
Don’t miss out on Pokémon Sword and Shield’s exciting Max Raid Battle event featuring Gigantamax Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. Get ready to team up with friends or other players online and challenge these colossal and formidable Pokémon. Remember to mark your calendars for August 28 and start the hunt for these incredible Gigantamax Pokémon!