A trainer in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet has unleashed a surprising feat - taking down a formidable 7-Star Raid target in a single hit. This extraordinary achievement was accomplished by harnessing the power of none other than the typically underappreciated Pokemon, Magikarp.
For those seeking a demanding test in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, the monthly 7-Star Tera Raid battles offer some of the most strenuous confrontations within the game. These arduous battles require trainers to collaborate with a 3-member team to defeat a pumped-up Pokemon with augmented stats, and an enlarged move pool.
This mighty adversary also possesses the ability to cleanse away any debuffs—a capability that adds even more layers of complexity to this already challenging encounter. However, these impervious traits didn't deter one purposeful trainer from carving out an ingenious plan to dominate the latest 7-Star Tera Raid.
The scheme involved using an unlikely hero, the usually underestimated Magikarp, to knock out the chaotically transformed and incredibly powerful Hisuian Decidueye. And the most astonishing part—it was done in just a single attack.
The strategist behind this accomplishment opted to share their exploits with other Pokemon Scarlet & Violet trainers on global player communities. The stirring victory compelled awe and appreciation from those fortunate enough to witness the spectacular, expertly orchestrated move.
Given the fact that Magikarp’s attack power typically leaves a lot to be desired, the art of stunningly pulling off a One-Hit-Knock-Out (OHKO) required a comprehensive strategy and seamless execution. As luck would have it, the mastermind behind this move was duly backed by their trusty team of 3 other trainers.
Breakdown of this multi-faceted strategy reveals a thoughtfully composed team of two Toxtricity equipped with the moves Charm, Swagger, and Screech. Each Toxtricity held a different object—the Zoom Lens and the Wide Lens respectively.
The lineup went on to include a Medicham bearing a Persim Berry and presenting the moves Helping Hand, Skill Swap, and Fling. Finally, the star of the moment, the combatting Magikarp championed a Choice Band and unveiled the move, Flail.
The face-off initiated with both Toxtricity entities deploying a Charm move to diminish Hisuian Decidueye’s potential to inflict damage. Following this, the trainer of the Magikarp resorted to using a Defense Cheer, thereby entering a state of lower HP after countering a Leaf Blade manoeuvre.
In subsequent moves, the Medicham decided to lend a Helping Hand to the Magikarp. Once Decidueye had expunged its status and deployed a Bulk Up move, the Zoom Lens sporting Toxtricity addressed the Magikarp with Swagger. Immediately afterward, it launched an intense Screech attack on Decidueye—twice for maximum impact.
Meanwhile, the Wide Lens Toxtricity harnessed Swagger to amplify Magikarp's Attack. It followed this maneuver by issuing a round of Screech on Decidueye. As the duel gained momentum, execution of subsequent moves depended on the extent of damage that Leaf Blade would inflict on Magikarp.
Medicham was prepped to bet on Skill Swap, Attack Cheer, and then launch a Fling at its Persim Berry, aimed right at Magikarp, to relieve it of confusion. In the wake of this final aid, Magikarp, now ready for action, whipped out its Flail to secure a knockout defeat of Hisuian Decidueye in a solitary, powerful strike.
Players eager to experiment with their own unique strategies against the 7-Star Hisuian Decidueye have their chance until mid-October 2023. This provides a substantial time frame for players across the globe to emulate or even surpass the moves executed by Magikarp and its strategic trainer.