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Pokémon GO Rockruff Raid Guide – Rockruff Counters & Weaknesses

Needing some help battling the Puppy Pokémon?

Rockruff made its debut appearance in the Pokémon franchise with Generation Seven's Alola Region. The Puppy Pokémon has a solely Rock typing and has quite a few weaknesses to exploit. Rockruff is vulnerable to Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type moves. Though players should also keep in mind that it is resistant to Fire, Flying, Normal, and Poison-type moves. Those looking to battle Rockruff in Raid Battles should take a look at Raid Guides like the one below to help decide which Pokémon to bring into battle.

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How to beat Rockruff in Pokémon GO

Rockruff's Moveset

Quick Attacks:

  • Tackle (Normal-type)
  • Rock Throw (Rock-type)

Charged Attacks:

  • Stone Edge (Rock-type)
  • Rock Tomb (Rock-type)
  • Crunch (Dark-type)

Related: Pokémon GO Dartrix Raid Guide – Dartrix Counters & Weaknesses

Best Counters to use against Rockruff in Pokémon GO

Metagross

Best Quick Attack:

Bullet Punch

Best Charged Attack:

Meteor Mash

Lucario

Best Quick Attack:

Counter

Best Charged Attack:

Aura Sphere

Kingler

Best Quick Attack:

Bubble

Best Charged Attack:

Crabhammer

Landorus (Therian)

Best Quick Attack:

Mud Shot

Best Charged Attack:

Earthquake

Conkeldurr

Best Quick Attack:

Counter

Best Charged Attack:

Dynamic Punch

Breloom

Best Quick Attack:

Counter

Best Charged Attack:

Grass Knot

Don't fret if you don't have any of the Pokémon listed above. Any Pokémon with Fighting, Grass, Ground, Steel, or Water-type moves can take advantage of Rockruff's weaknesses. Make sure to avoid using Fire, Flying, Poison, and Normal-type moves, as these will be ineffective against Rockruff.

Interested in Pokémon GO Raid Guides and want to read more? Check out Pokémon GO Brionne Raid Guide - Brionne Counters & Weaknesses on Pro Game Guides!


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CJ Kuzdal
CJ is a freelance writer with a passion for modern and retro video games, with an emphasis on RPGs and Pokemon games. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his cat and drinking way too much coffee.