Fans of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will find the latest 7-Star Tera Raid a nostalgic homage to the series' classic jokes and memes. These Tera Raids have become significant events in the games, creating excitement with each new addition. The choice of Meganium, an old-school favorite starter, adds to the special feel of this raid. What sets Tera raids apart is a unique trait that elevates them beyond regular encounters.
A recurring theme in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's event raids is the inclusion of starters from previous generations in 7-Star Tera Raids. Starters hold a special place in fans' hearts as iconic Pokemon, often rare outside their original regions, making them perfect for invoking nostalgia. The Mightiest Meganium raid continues this tradition by featuring the underrated Johto starter. However, what makes this Tera Raid stand out is its connection to long-standing fan discussions about Meganium.
The Defensive Wall That is Mightiest Meganium
Meganium's Limited Offensive Capabilities
Even back in Gold and Silver, before Meganium's resurgence in popularity in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, it was known for its defensive nature. With base 100 in both defensive stats and no offensive stat exceeding 83, Meganium lacked significant attacking power. Its move set didn't help either, with Body Slam being one of its stronger moves despite lacking STAB. Although aesthetically pleasing, Meganium was often considered a weaker starter choice.
Meganium's Role as a Battle Wall
Despite its low damage output, Meganium excelled as a defensive wall in Pokemon battles. It could use Reflect and Light Screen to reduce physical and special attack damage, respectively, and even had the ability to drain opponents' health with Leech Seed. While Meganium may not hit hard, its strategic capabilities made battles challenging for opponents, leading to the creation of various memes over the years.
Elevating Stalling Abilities in Mightiest Meganium
The game developers cleverly embraced the memes surrounding Meganium for the 7-Star Tera Raid. When facing Mightiest Meganium in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, players encounter a Pokemon that utilizes Reflect and Light Screen to stall battles effectively. Additionally, Mightiest Meganium possesses a Psychic Tera Type, weakening common wall-breaking moves such as Brick Break and Psychic Fangs. To defeat this formidable tank of a Pokemon, players must break through its defenses, highlighting the essence of a challenging boss battle.
Mightiest Meganium embodies the reputation of Johto's Grass starter, creating a unique raid experience in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Hopefully, future raids in the game will continue to leverage the character traits of iconic Pokemon to introduce engaging challenges. The Mightiest Meganium Tera Raid event is scheduled to run from Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 5 PM PDT to Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 4:59 PM, and then from Thursday: April 11, 2024 at 5 PM PDT to Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 4:59 PM.