How to Raid Capture Latias and Latios in Pokemon GO
By Nicholas Barth ·
The two legendary Pokemon can now be found in Pokemon Go, but it will not be an easy task for trainers to add them to their collection.
Beginning today, April 2nd, Pokemon GO players will now have the chance to capture Latias and Latios and add the two rare Pokemon to their collection of legendary creatures. The two physic and dragon type Pokemon from the Hoenn region will be available in the mobile game until June 5th. If you are looking to be one of the lucky trainers to achieve in capturing both Latias and Latios, keep reading below as we give you some information on when, where and how you can go about embarking on your quest.
The pair will be available in different regions, as Niantic has decided to honor the lore of the two creatures who are known to travel on their own. Players in the regions of Europe and Asia will have the first chance of fighting and acquiring Latias. North American, South American and African players will have first dibs on Latios. After May 8th, the two Pokemon will switch regions giving players the chance to catch the whole pair.
But, how do you catch them on the Raid?
The two new additions to the hit mobile game of the Pokemon franchise will only be available in Raid Battles, so attempting to capture both Pokemon will require around four to five trainers, due to the two Pokemon's large anount of health. Latias' CP maxs out at 45,705 and Latios' CP caps out at 49,323.
Each member of your raid team will need to put together their best team consisting of Pokemon types that are effective against Psychic and Dragon types. This would include Dark, Ice, Bug, Ghost, Fairy and Dragon types. With both legendary Pokemon sporting high attack powers of 268 (Latios) and 228 (Latias), dodging will be a very important factor in making sure you are able to achieve the raid victory, as one or two direct hits will result in a knockout of the majority of Pokemon you may be using.
Both rare creatures will only be available for a limited time, similar to prior raids like Lugia, so make sure to put your very best team together and grab some friends in your quest to capturing two of the newest Pokemon to enter the world of Pokemon Go.
Interested in more Pokemon GO content? Check out our guide for capturing Mew.