Get Ready, Trainers!

Brace yourselves, Pokémon trainers! Hisuian Lilligant is set to make a grand entrance in Pokémon GO raids starting July 12, 2025. This Grass/Fighting type brings a unique challenge and a chance to snag its stunning Shiny variant, making it a must-catch!

Hisuian Lilligant Raid Day Event Details

Mark your calendars! On Saturday, July 12, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time, Hisuian Lilligant will debut in Tier 3 raids with the exciting opportunity to encounter its Shiny form. This event promises thrilling bonuses and plenty of chances for both new and seasoned players.

Exciting Event Bonuses Await!

- Enjoy up to six free Raid Passes from spinning Gym Photo Discs!

- Increased limit for Remote Raid Passes, now up to 20!

- Experience heightened Shiny encounter rates for Hisuian Lilligant.

- Grab a special paid ticket ($4.99) for extra Raid Passes, enhanced XP, Stardust, and Rare Candy XL.

Stats & Weaknesses of Hisuian Lilligant

This formidable competitor boasts:

- Type: Grass / Fighting - Max CP: 2883 - Attack: 214 - Defense: 155 - HP: 172 - Double Weakness: Flying-type moves (4x damage) - Additional Weaknesses: Fairy, Fire, Ice, Poison, Psychic.

Best Counters to Conquer Hisuian Lilligant!

To take down Hisuian Lilligant, Flying-type Pokémon are your best friends. Here’s a list of top counters:

- **Mega Rayquaza:** Air Slash, Dragon Ascent - **Rayquaza:** Air Slash, Dragon Ascent - **Shadow Staraptor:** Gust, Fly - **Shadow Moltres:** Wing Attack, Sky Attack - **Mega Pidgeot:** Gust, Brave Bird - **Yveltal:** Gust, Oblivion Wing - **Therian Tornadus:** Gust, Bleakwind Storm - **Moltres:** Wing Attack, Sky Attack - **Braviary:** Air Slash, Fly - **Honchkrow:** Peck, Sky Attack.

**Pro Tip:** Steer clear of Grass, Fighting, Ground, Water, Rock, or Electric types, as they won't fare well against Hisuian Lilligant.

Maximize Your Success with Raid Day Strategies!

- **Solo or Group:** Choose to raid solo with strong Flying counters, or team up for an easier win.

- **Weather Boost:** Sunny and Cloudy conditions will boost Lilligant's CP (up to 1794 for a perfect catch), but be cautious—boosted Lilligant packs a punch!

- **Shiny Hunting:** With increased odds, try to complete as many raids as possible!

- **Resource Management:** Utilize your free and bonus Raid Passes wisely, and plan a route to hit multiple gyms.

Understanding Perfect IVs and CP

- **100% IV CP (No Weather Boost):** 1435 CP - **100% IV CP (With Weather Boost):** 1794 CP Use Golden Razz Berries and aim for excellent throws to secure your catch!

Hisuian Lilligant in PvP and Meta Relevance

While beautiful, Hisuian Lilligant currently underperforms in PvP. Lacking a diverse moveset, it struggles against competitors like Chesnaught and Virizion, but it can still take down many meta Water and Ground types in the Great League.

Fun Facts to Brighten Your Adventure!

- The elegant design and dancer-like moves of Hisuian Lilligant draw inspiration from traditional Japanese culture.

- The Shiny version features a striking white and orange palette, so don't miss your chance to add this beauty to your collection!

Final Tips for Defeating Hisuian Lilligant!

- Bring your best Flyers for an easy solo raid.

- Leverage event bonuses for maximum rewards.

- Keep an eye out for that coveted Shiny!

Happy raiding, Trainers! May your Hisuian Lilligant be both beautiful and battle-ready!