Giratina (Altered Forme) is a dual Ghost- and Dragon-type Legendary Pokémon that is vulnerable to Ghost-, Dark-, Dragon-, Fairy-, and Ice-type attacks. Thanks to its unique defensive typing, it boasts heavy resistances to Normal-, Fighting-, Poison-, Bug-, Fire-, Water-, Grass-, and Electric-type moves, meaning you must bring a focused team of high-DPS counters to shred through its tanky defensive stats.
Giratina (Origin Forme) will return to Five-Star raids on Wednesday, November 4, at 6:00 a.m. local time. It will be available to battle daily between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. until Sunday, November 8, at 9:00 p.m. local time.
For a broader look at what else is happening this month, be sure to check out The Complete List of November 2026 Pokémon GO Events.
Giratina (Altered Forme) Overview
The Renegade Pokémon enters the fray with higher defensive bulk compared to its Origin Forme.
| Stats | Values |
| Type | Ghost / Dragon |
| Region | Generation 4 (Sinnoh) |
| PokéDex Number | 487 |
| Weakness | Ghost-, Dark-, Dragon-, Fairy-, and Ice-type attacks |
| Resists | Normal, Fighting, Poison, Bug, Fire, Water, Grass, and Electric-type attacks |
| Maximum Combat Power (CP) | 3820 |
| Best Fast Attack | Shadow Claw or Dragon Breath |
| Best Charged Attack | Dragon Claw or Shadow Sneak |
| Boosted Condition | Fog or Windy weather |
| Shiny | Available |
| Usefulness in PVP | Dominant Meta Staple in Ultra League & Master League |
| Usefulness in Raids | Moderate Ghost/Dragon Tank |
Best Giratina (Altered Forme) Recommended Counters
The following are the top Pokémon that deal maximum super-effective damage to Altered Forme Giratina:
| POKÉMON | RECOMMENDED MOVESET |
| Eternatus | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Dynamax Cannon as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Rayquaza | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Breaking Swipe (or Outrage) as a Charged Attack |
| Black Kyurem | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Freeze Shock as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Garchomp | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Breaking Swipe as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Dragonite | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Outrage as a Charged Attack |
| White Kyurem | Dragon Breath as a Fast Attack and Ice Burn as a Charged Attack |
| Mega Houndoom | Snarl as a Fast Attack and Foul Play as a Charged Attack |
| Shadow Haxorus | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Breaking Swipe as a Charged Attack |
| Shadow Palkia | Dragon Tail as a Fast Attack and Spacial Rend (or Draco Meteor) as a Charged Attack |
| Necrozma (Dawn Wings) | Shadow Claw as a Fast Attack and Moongeist Beam as a Charged Attack |
Note: Capitalize heavily on Giratina’s expanded type vulnerabilities. You can only use one Mega/Primal Pokémon per raid lobby. Match your Mega Pokémon type to maximize extra candy rewards for catching Giratina.
Giratina (Altered Forme) Raid Boss Moveset
When challenging Altered Forme Giratina in raids, it can utilize any of the following attacks:
- Fast Attacks: Shadow Claw (Ghost) or Dragon Breath (Dragon)
- Charged Attacks: Dragon Claw (Dragon), Shadow Sneak (Ghost), Ancient Power (Rock), and Shadow Force (Ghost)
Best Budget Giratina (Altered Forme) Recommended Counters
If you lack legendary or shadow options, these accessible alternatives perform reliably in battle:
- Hydreigon with Bite as a Fast Attack and Brutal Swing as a Charged Attack.
- Tyranitar with Bite as a Fast Attack and Brutal Swing as a Charged Attack.
- Darmanitan (Galarian) with Ice Fang as a Fast Attack and Avalanche as a Charged Attack.
- Haxorus with Dragon Counter (or Dragon Tail) as a Fast Attack and Breaking Swipe as a Charged Attack.
- Weavile with Snarl as a Fast Attack and Avalanche as a Charged Attack.
Giratina (Altered Forme) Raid Tips
Lead with a powerful Ghost, Dark, Dragon, or Ice-type Mega Evolution (like Mega Rayquaza or Mega Houndoom) to grant substantial damage buffs to your teammates.
Take advantage of Fog (boosts Ghost/Dark) and Windy (boosts Dragon) weather conditions in-game to maximize your damage output.
Utilize Party Play: Team up with local trainers using Pokémon GO’s Party Play feature to double the damage of your Charged Attacks and secure faster raid clears.
Giratina (Altered Forme) in Pokémon GO PvP
While Altered Forme Giratina shines as a solid defensive ghost/dragon tank in raids, its true dominance lies in the GO Battle League, specifically the Ultra League and Master League.
- Ultra League: Its incredible bulk, resistances to common types like Fighting and Normal, and access to Dragon Claw and Shadow Sneak (or Ancient Power) make it an ultimate safety switch and core meta staple.
- Master League: Though its attack stat is lower than the Origin Forme, its defensive stamina allows it to outlast heavy hitters like Dialga and Mewtwo in extended matchups.
If you catch a high-defense or high-HP IV spread during this November return, save it for competitive PvP rather than transferring it!
How Many Trainers are Needed?
Because Altered Forme Giratina possesses higher defensive stats than Origin Forme, well-prepared trainers utilizing top-tier optimal counters can comfortably duo or trio the raid under optimal conditions. For general or casual groups relying on budget setups, a safe squad of 3 to 5 players will easily secure a victory.
Maximize Your Catch Chances
- Golden Razz Berries: Use these alongside accurate Curveball Throws to heavily boost catch probability.
- Great/Excellent Throws: Consistently hit inside the target ring to secure maximum bonus multipliers.
- Gym Control & Friend Bonuses: Raid alongside Ultra or Best Friends and try to hold the gym with your team color to receive extra Premier Balls.
Hundo CP for Giratina (Altered) from Raid
- Standard Catch CP (Level 20, No Weather Boost): 1848 – 1931 CP.
- Weather Boosted Catch CP (Level 25, Fog or Windy): 2310 – 2414 CP.
A perfect (hundo) Altered Forme Giratina from a raid will be exactly 1931 CP unboosted, or 2414 CP when weather-boosted.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can Giratina (Altered Forme) be Shiny in Pokémon GO?
Yes! If you are lucky, you may encounter a Shiny Giratina (Altered Forme) after successfully completing a Five-Star raid during its November return.
What is the weather boost for Giratina (Altered Forme)?
Giratina is weather-boosted by Fog and Windy weather. Catching it during these weather conditions will reward you with Level 25 encounters (higher CP, ranging from 2310 to 2414 CP).
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